Maui Business
Royal Lahaina GM named to Hotel Management’s 2025 ‘GMs to Watch’ list
Nicholas Kuhns, general manager of Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, has been named to Hotel Management’s “2025 GMs to Watch” list, recognizing creative, resilient and dynamic leaders in the hospitality industry.
Imua Family Services Names Jeremiah Savage as Chief Financial Officer
Imua Family Services has appointed Jeremiah Savage as its Chief Financial Officer, a new position within the agency designed to strengthen the organization’s financial infrastructure and support its 78-year-old mission of helping children across Maui County reach their full potential.
ASB’s 2025 Workplace Giving Program contributes $277,000 to four local nonprofits
American Savings Bank announced the results of its 2025 Kahiau Giving Campaign, contributing more than $277,000 to four local nonprofits. This year, 94% of teammates participated in the annual employee-led initiative, a 2% increase from the prior year. Since its inception nearly 15 years ago, the Kahiau program has generated more than $4 million in total donations.
Alaska Air Group names new senior leaders across Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air
The Alaska Air Group board of directors has announced four senior leadership appointments across Alaska Airlines and its regional subsidiary, Horizon Air.
TY Management /Kapalua Golf celebrate $750,000 donation with Maui nonprofits
TY Management Corporation, owner of Kapalua Golf, reaffirmed its commitment to the Maui community with a $750,000 donation for more than 10 local nonprofit organizations during a celebration event at Hale Makua Health Services in Kahului on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
The new Hospitality Academy of Maui learning lab opens for instruction
The Hospitality Academy of Maui, a state-of-the-art learning lab for future leaders of our visitor industry located on the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College campus, celebrated its grand opening on Monday, Nov. 10.
Hawaiʻi’s Finest Clothing celebrates grand opening of first Maui Store on Nov. 14
Hawaiʻi’s Finest Clothing celebrates the grand opening of its first Maui retail location at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Hawaiʻi Tourism speaking at Kīhei-Wailea Rotary, Nov. 12
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s Meagan De Gaia will speak about the HTA’s Maui Destination Management Action Plan at the upcoming meeting of the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. De Gaia, the HTA’s Destination Manager for Maui and Lānaʻi, will speak about the Maui DMAP and ask for community input.
12th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival sparkles with aloha, community support
The 12th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival concluded this weekend past with resounding success, according to event organizers, delivering two days of vibrant community gathering, spirited activities, and overwhelming enthusiasm for local products.
Central Pacific Financial Corp. announces Paul Yonamine’s retirement from Board
Central Pacific Financial Corp., parent company of Central Pacific Bank, announced that Paul Yonamine has retired from both the CPF and CPB Board of Directors, effective Nov. 6, 2025. Yonamine has served as a director since 2017. He will continue to have the honorary title of Chairman Emeritus in recognition of his service to the bank as a former Chair of the Board.
Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort appoints Lanikai Lindsey as Resort Manager
This marks a return to Lānaʻi for Lanikai Lindsey, who helped open the Lodge at Koele nearly two decades ago as part of the original Four Seasons rebranding team.
Luis Salaveria named UH’s next vice president for budget and finance
Luis P. Salaveria has been selected to be the next University of Hawaiʻi vice president for budget and finance and chief financial officer.
American Savings Bank’s Hui Kapili program honored for boosting Hawaiʻi’s building industry
American Savings Bank has received national recognition from the American Bankers Association (ABA) Foundation for its Hui Kapili Accelerator, earning a 2025 ABA Foundation Community Commitment Award in the Community and Economic Development category.
Hawaiʻi StateFCU announces strategic leadership team restructuring
Hawaiʻi State FCU has restructured a new Strategic Leadership Team effective Oct. 1, 2025. The team will guide the credit union’s future growth.
Mary Anderson of Lahaina Brewing Co. to talk-story at Maui TechOhana
Maui Economic Development Board is hosting its fourth “Maui TechOhana” of the year on Nov. 19, featuring Mary Anderson, president and owner of Lahaina Brewing Co. as guest speaker.
Subaru Hawaiʻi’s annual Share the Love event underway
The dealership will be donating $350 from every new Subaru sold to two local organizations: Hawaiʻi Humane Societies and Make-a-Wish Hawaiʻi.
Fairmont Kea Lani’s Michael Pye to chair the 2026 Maui Charity Walk
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association announced Michael Pye, Regional Vice President of Fairmont, Hawaiʻi and General Manager of the Fairmont Kea Lani, as the Maui County Chair of the 47th Annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk. Pye will oversee the Maui County Charity Walk scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku.
Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber announces lineup for Holomua 2025
The Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce has announced the full lineup for Holomua 2025, an annual celebration of leadership, culture and creativity on Maui.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui promotes Rebecca Pang to director of marketing
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has promoted Rebecca Pang to director of marketing, announced the resort Tuesday.
Hawaiʻi State FCU employees raise over $50K for local nonprofits
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union employees raised $51,370 for local nonprofits through two fundraising initiatives held earlier this year, according to an announcement this week.
