Maui Business
Maui Businesses Rally To Support First Science Olympiad on Maui
The Boeing Company and Pacific Defense Systems are among event judges at the First Maui Regional Science Olympiad Tournament held on Saturday, January 29, 1:30 – 2:30 pm, at the UH-Maui College campus.
Two Maui Ocean Tech Companies Receive Almost $1 Million in CEROS Awards
The National Defense Center of Excellence for Research in Ocean Sciences (CEROS) announced $6.9 million in FY10 funding; two Maui companies will receive almost $1 million.
Central Pacific Bank’s Parent Plans Reverse Stock Split to Avoid Regulatory Action
Over the past several months, the parent company of Central Pacific Bank (CPB), the Central Pacific Fund, Inc. (CPF) announced various transactions in connection with its proposed $325 recapitalization effort.
First Hawaiian Bank Posts 5.8% Earnings Increase for 2010
First Hawaiian Bank reported net income of $50.2 million for the fourth quarter 2010, a 4.0 percent gain over the comparable fourth quarter.
Walmart Launches Major Initiative to Make Food Healthier, More Affordable
At an event today in Washington, D.C., Walmart, unveiled a comprehensive effort to provide its customers with healthier and more affordable food choices.
Fisherman Allowed In Kahoolawe Waters This Weekend
Special permitted fishing will be allowed this weekend in waters surrounding the island of Kahoolawe between the hours of 12:01 a.m Saturday to 11:59 p.m Sunday.
Verizon Wireless Opening New Location; Hosting Two Maui Job Fairs
Verizon Wireless is opening a new store on Maui and will be hosting job fairs this week and next to find retail and customer service employees for its new location.
IRS Extends 2011 Tax Deadline to April 18; Cautions Taxpayers, Tax Professionals
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that taxpayers have until April 18 to file their tax returns.
Troon Golf Selected To Manage Golf Operations at Kapalua
Troon Golf announced Monday their selection as the new management company for Kapalua Resort’s two championship golf courses and golf academy beginning April 1, 2011.
DOE, DBEDT to Host Public Meetings on Renewable Energy Program EIS
The Department of Energy and DBEDT will host three public meetings in Maui County to receive comments on the scope of the Hawai‘i Interisland Renewable Energy Program (HIREP): Wind EIS.
Two Maui Resorts Receive Prestigious AAA Five Diamond Rating for 2011
The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua and the Four Seasons Resort Maui (Wailea) were among only three properties statewide to receive the prestigious five diamond rating from AAA Hawaii for 2011.
First Hawaiian Bank & Employees Committ $2.5M to Hawaii Charities For 2011
On Maui and Lani, Imua Family Services is among the beneficiaries of more than $2.5 million in donations committed by First Hawaiian Bank and its employees for 2011.
Business Resource Center Announces January Workshops
Now under the leadership of Karen Arakawa, the Maui County Business Resource Center announced several upcoming business startup, financing, and business development workshops.
UH Promotes Research as Strategic Advantage of Innovation Economy
The UH President’s Innovation Advisory Council released a draft report yesterday recommending the State and the University focus on research as an industry.
Maui Plastic Bag Ban Solutions Emerge
By Sonia Isotov Maui stores and restaurants have stopped giving plastic bags out as of January 11, and businesses are already finding creative ways to address the ban. According to the Maui Chamber website, these are some of the different ways that Maui businesses are addressing the ban, including: Providing paper bags for free Providing […]
PUC Approves Rate Rewards for Conserving Energy
Residential customers at Maui Electric Company (MECO) will be rewarded for energy conservation through a new tiered rate structure approved recently by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC).
DBEDT Updates Kihei, Kahului, Maui County Demographics
Hawaii state, county, and selected smaller area demographic reports from the new 2007-2009 American Community Survey (ACS) 3-Year Estimates are now available from DBEDT.
Maui Sells More Homes at Lower Prices in 2010
The Maui Board of Realtors has released year ending 2010 sales data showing residential unit sales rose 17%, while the average sales price decreased 8%.
MEDB To Attend Key Energy Conferences; Seeks Input
In the next few months, Jeanne Skog, President, Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. and key staffers will attend several energy related conferences on the mainland.
Grand Wailea Ownership Changes Hands
According to an article in Bloomberg News, the Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa is one of eight properties seized by a group of lenders which include the New York-based Paulson & Co.
