Maui Business
The Westin Maui in Kāʻanapali Donates $20K to Lahainaluna High School
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali donated $20,000 to Lahainaluna High School on Aug. 9, 2021. Funds for the donation were raised by kamaʻāina bookings and will go to benefit Lahainaluna High School’s Alternative Learning Programs.
Wailuku Bar “Esters Fair Prospect” Toasts to One Year Anniversary Today
HAPPENING TODAY: “We’re using our anniversary as an excuse to toast to and thank all of the incredible people that have helped make this place special.” says Everett. “Opening in the midst of a pandemic… we weren’t sure what to expect, but the love we have felt from our Maui ‘ohana over the past year has been absolutely incredible.”
Hawai‘i State FCU Joins Growing List of Places Requiring Vaccination of Employees
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union announced today that it will require all of its 369 employees on Oʻahu and Maui to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by Oct. 1, 2021.
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Offers 50% Off Kamaʻāina Deal on Select Days in August
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali is offering a summer deal for kama‘āina with its 50% off sale for stays Aug. 14-23 and Aug. 28-Sept. 1, 2021 in the resort’s Ocean Tower’s “‘Āina” and “Premium Resort View” rooms.
Maui Median Price of Single-Family Home Remains Over $1 Million in July
The median sales price for single-family homes remained over $1 million in July at $1.05M, down only slightly from an island-wide record high of June 2021 ($1,117,500).
Lisa Aipa Promoted to VP of Operations at Destination Maui, Inc.
Destination Maui, Inc., a condominium and homeowner association management company, announced the appointment of Lisa Aipa as Vice President of Operations.
Three Local Banks Require COVID-19 Vaccinations for Employees
Three Hawaiʻi banks–Bank of Hawaii, First Hawaiian Bank and Territorial Savings Bank–announced today that effective Sept. 30, they will require employees to show proof of full vaccination or undergo weekly COVID-19 testing. The announcement points to an “alarming increase in COVID-19 cases” in the state of Hawaiʻi.
Hawai‘i Energy Extends Deadline, Subsidizes Lighting for Businesses and Restaurants
Hawaiʻi Energy announced that it has extended the deadline for small businesses and restaurants in Maui County to receive financial assistance toward installing energy-efficient lighting through its Energy Advantage Program.
Kaena Doolin Named MEO Branch Manager for Lānai
Cheyenne Kaena Doolin will direct Maui Economic Opportunity’s operations on Lānaʻi as branch manager.
HPM Building Supply Celebrating 100th Birthday with $20,000 Giveaway
To celebrate its 100th birthday, HPM Building Supply is giving away a $20,000 “Live Better” store credit to help a Hawaiʻi resident with home improvement.
Maui Chamber of Commerce to Discuss Economic Development, Climate Change, Affordable Housing
The “Business Matters” show is hosted by Pamela Tumpap, President of the Maui Chamber of Commerce, who welcomes business, government and community leaders to share information and insight on Maui’s “sustainable quadruple bottom-line efforts” to embrace the island’s economy, environment, social wellbeing and our culture.
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union Donates $24,500 to Food Banks
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union donated a total of $24,500 and more than two tons of food to local foodbanks on Oahu and Maui as a result of its 2021 company-wide food drive.
Hawaiian Electric Hosting Virtual Event: Transitioning Maui to Renewable Energy
Hawaiian Electric is hosting a virtual community event about how Maui is powered today and what future power resources will meet the island’s energy needs on Thursday, Aug. 12, from 5:30 to 7 pm.
MEO Names Housing Specialist Shayna Manlapao as Employee of the Month
Housing specialist Shayna Manlapao was named Maui Economic Opportunity’s June Employee of the Month.
Hilton Grand Vacations Completes Acquisition of Diamond Resorts
Hilton Grand Vacations has completed the previously announced acquisition of Diamond Resorts International, creating the largest upper upscale and luxury timeshare operator in a stock-based transaction with an equity value of approximately $1.4 billion, according to a press release from Hilton Grand Vacations.
Subaru Hawai’i Announces “Shot for a Subaru” Two-Year Crosstrek Sport Giveaway
Subaru Hawai’i, in partnership with KHON2, is launching its first car giveaway, “Shot for a Subaru,” to incentivize community members to get their COVID-19 vaccination. One winner will receive a free two-year use of a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport.
Keith Cureton named Kamehameha Schools Director of Ethics and Compliance
Keith Cureton was named director of ethics and compliance for Kamehameha Schools. Cureton is responsible for ensuring the organization maintains policies and procedures in agreement with the timeless values of our KS legacy. His team guides and develops programs focused on prevention, detection and response to potential misconduct.
1.5 Million Taxpayers To Receive IRS Refunds for Unemployment Compensation Adjustments
Due to the American Rescue Plan Act, another 1.5 million taxpayers will receive IRS refunds averaging more than $1,600 as the Internal Revenue Service continues to adjust unemployment compensation from previously filed income tax returns.
Some Maui County Residential Properties Eligible for Free Energy-Efficient Products
Hawaiʻi Energy is offering free energy-efficient product upgrades and installation to eligible residential properties in Maui County, including senior housing and affordable housing complexes.
Wailea Golf Academy Director Becomes Sports Illustrated Contributor
As part of a new editorial partnership between Morning Read and Sports Illustrated, Claude Brousseau, PGA Master Professional and director of instruction for the Wailea Golf Academy, has become a golf instruction contributor to Sports Illustrated.
