Maui Business
Iconic Kula Lodge sold to 5 Palms owner, Simon Vojdani
The iconic Kula Lodge & Restaurant and Kula Marketplace are now under new ownership and management by Simon Vojdani. Vojdani is the owner of 5 Palms Restaurant, which was previously situated on Keawakapu Beach in South Maui for 27 years.
Subaru Hawai’i kicks off 11th Share the Love sales event
For every new Subaru purchased in Hawai’i, the automotive brand will donate $250, up to $15,000, to three charitable causes.
Miyake-HPM Building Supply opens its first Maui Home Design Center in Kīhei
After a major renovation, Miyake – HPM Building Supply will open its first full-service Home Design Center on Saturday, Nov. 5, adding a wide array of kitchen, bath flooring, window and door product displays and design inspiration on the newly renovated second story of the Miyake – HPM Building Supply Kīhei location.
Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival, Nov. 4 and 5, 2022
Maui County’s largest products show, the annual Made In Maui County Festival, features more than 140 vendors offering a wide variety of locally made products, including food, produce, art, crafts, jewelry, fashions, furniture, gifts, collectibles and more.
Hotel Wailea hires Maui native as new director of food and beverage
Derrin Abac will lead Hotel Wailea’s resort-wide culinary team, including The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea and Birdcage Bar.
Maui’s September 2022 visitor count surpasses pre-COVID count from Sept. 2019
Maui’s visitor count and spending were up last month from September 2019. Year-to-date, Maui’s visitor count is still down -5.2% and spending is up +10.6%
Basic computer skills workshop offered at MEO
“Computers 001: Basic Digital Skills Workshops,” targeting those “who know nothing about computers,” will be held Nov. 16 at Maui Economic Opportunity.
Hawaiʻi renewable fuel firm receives $1.6M from US Department of Energy
Simonpietri Enterprises has received $1.6 million dollars to generate clean hydrogen fuel out of construction and demolition waste. The funding extends Simonpietri Enterprises’ track record of turning waste into clean energy for a wide variety of clients.
Hawaiian Electric accepting applications for commercial EV charging stations pilot program
The goal of the new pilot program is to help establish up to 30 new electric vehicle charging sites on Maui, O‘ahu and the Big Island.
James Campbell Company appoints Ryan Kaipo Nobriga as Chief Financial Officer
James Campbell Company LLC announced today the appointment of Ryan Kaipo Nobriga as chief financial officer.
Live chef demonstrations and entertainment returns to Made in Hawaiʻi Festival
Made in Hawaiʻi Festival presented by Mahi Pono and produced by the Hawaii Food Industry Association announced the return of its chef demonstrations, food sampling and live entertainment line-up for the three-day festival at Ala Moana Center over the Veteran’s Day Holiday Weekend, Nov. 11-13, 2022.
New spice company on Maui donates to nonprofit in support of Hawaiian immersion
A $1,250 donation was presented by the Paia Spice Company to Nā Leo Kākoʻo O Maui on Friday, as part of a long-term commitment to give back to the Hawaiian culture.
Maui wedding business named finalist in Better Business Bureau Torch Awards
A White Orchid Wedding Inc. “WOW” has been named a finalist for the Better Business Bureau Torch Awards in the Ethics category.
Maui County unemployment rate drops to 3.7% for September 2022
The breakdown for Maui County: Lāna’i 1.8%, Maui Island 3.7% and Molokaʻi 7.4%.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes Corndogs by Mr. Cow
Corndogs by Mr. Cow, a specialty corn dog restaurant, just opened at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center food court. The menu includes corndogs that are chewy and savory, and a list of specialty items like mochi donuts, cheese balls, and Korean corn dogs.
Kahului Walmart donates $10,000 during reopening celebration following remodel
The Kahului Walmart held a reopening celebration on Friday that honored 38 associates who have worked at the store since it opened 21 years ago, promoted four employees to team leads and featured a traditional Hawaiian Blessing and Maile Lei untying.
Ohana Fuels celebrates 10 years supporting Maui community through Fuel Up. Do Good. program
Ohana Fuelsʻ community-driven program “Fuel Up. Do Good,” celebrating its 10th year, has provided more than $500,000 to a variety of nonprofit organizations on Maui and the Big Island.
Honsador to recognize outstanding high school students with new scholarship awards
Honsador Lumber has launched two new programs recognizing outstanding high school students in the community.
Update on West Maui Hospital to be presented in Council committee on Monday
The Maui County Council’s Human Concerns & Parks Committee will host a discussion Monday, Oct. 17, 2022 on the current status of the West Maui Hospital and Medical Center.
9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival tickets on sale Thursday
Tickets for the 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, go on sale on Thursday, Oct. 13, on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center website. The festival takes place in-person on Nov. 4 and 5, 2022 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. There will also be a virtual component.
