Maui Business
Maui Land and Pine To Auction Golf, Construction Equipment
The Maui Land and Pineapple Company will auction off golf course maintenance equipment, vehicles, construction equipment, embroidery machines and more on May 17 and 18, via both a live and webcast auction.
Hirono Joins Business Leaders in Support of Commuter Relief Act
Today, Reps. Mazie Hirono, Earl Blumenauer (OR), and Jim Moran (MA) were joined by leaders from the business and transportation communities in unveiling the “Commuter Relief Act of 2011.”
Hawaiian Airlines Continues Realignment; Appoints Andrew Watterson VP Planning, Revenue Management
Hawaiian Airlines continued its corporate realignment today with the announcement of Andrew Watterson as its new vice president of planning and revenue management.
Gilbert Advertising Promotes Cajski To Senior Art Director
Maui-based advertising firm, Gilbert & Associates announced the promotion of Mary Kukana Cajski to the role of senior art director yesterday.
Survey Says, Hawaii Long Term Care Costs Greater Than National Levels
According to statistics released today by Genworth Financial, a Fortune 500 global financial security company, assisted living cost inflation in Hawaii is being greatly outpaced by national cost increases.
Maui Gets More Canadian Visitors than Oahu in 2009
The Hawaii State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) recently released a statistical summary of Canadian visitor characteristics which show that more Canadians visited Maui than Oahu in 2009.
Canadian WestJet Shows Strong Growth Despite Higher Fuel Costs
Westjet marks the beginning of the summer tourism season with double-digit growth last month in both overall load factor and traffic over the same period last year
Monkeypod Kitchen Among Winners 26th Building Industry Awards
The 26th Annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards Gala for 2011was held at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel on Oahu last weekend. 39 prizes were awarded by the Building Industry Association of Hawaii and The BIA-Hawaii Remodelers in ten divisions.
Avi Mannis New VP Marketing at Hawaiian Airlines
As part of its recent corporate realignment effort, Hawaii Airlines has promoted Avi Mannis from within to an expanded leadership role as vice president of marketing.
OHA Adds Debt Consolidation to Malama Loan Program
In adding debt-consolidation loans to its offerings, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) is hoping to increase the number of eligible Native Hawaiians it can help under its Malama Loan Program.
APEC Hawaii Host Committee Seeks Catering and Uniform Vendors
The APEC 2011 Hawaii Host Committee expects nearly 20,000 attendees for the APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week, happening November 7-13 and has issued another call for Hawaii vendors to participate this week.
High Tech Maui Series Returns with Blogging Workshop May 24
Technologist Peter Liu returns to the Malcolm Center in Kihei on May 24 for an in-depth, hands-on, workshop on “How To Blog For Your Business.”
$5.5 Million Grant Keeps Maalaea Algae Plant On Track for 2014
Cellana LLC, a subsidiary of Hawaii-based HR BioPetroleum, will receive a $5.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, according to a joint statement released by Hawaii Senators Inouye, Senator Akaka, and Conresswoman Hirono today.
New Shark Tourism Study May Have Implications For All Shark Infested Waters
According to a new study, shark tourism is worth $18 million annually to the Pacific Island nation of Palau. Additionally, a single reef shark can contribute almost $2 million in its lifetime to the economy of Palau.
Angie Westfall, New Official Keeper State’s Historical Places Register
Businesses seeking new building modifications on historic buildings will now be working with a new architecture branch chief at the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) State Historic Preservation Department (SHPD).
Get Your Business In APEC 2011 Hawaii Innovation Showcase
With more than 20,000 attendees expected, the APEC 2011 Hawaii Host Committee is looking to feature 35 key Hawaii businesses in their APEC 2011 Hawaii Business Innovation Showcase during APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week, Nov 7-13.
Maui Ranked the Best Beach Destination Worldwide By U.S. News
The U.S. News Media Group has ranked Maui the Best Beach Destination and the Best Beach Honeymoon Destination worldwide.
Maui Hotels Offer Two Free Nights to Returning Soldiers
Maui County soldiers returning from deployment in 2011 can now look forward to two complimentary nights at a Maui hotel through a new program launched by Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA) earlier this month.
Successful Recap Returns Central Pacific to Profitability
Central Pacific Financial Corp., parent company of Central Pacific Bank, yesterday reported that its successful recapitalization has lead to net income for the first quarter of 2011.
Aqua Hotels Offers Unique “Birth Certificate” Discount
In wake of the release recently of President Obama birth certificate by the White House, Aqua Hotels & Resorts announced yesterday a unique 15% discount to guests who can produce their birth certificate upon arrival.
