Maui Business
Farm-to-Bar Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate Wins Gold
Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate was named a “Producer of Excellence” and given the Gold Award in the Asia-Pacific Region in the International 2021 Cocoa of Excellence Awards, announced virtually from Rome, Italy, on Dec. 16.
MEO BDC offers Money Matters Adult Financial Literacy Workshop
The first Money Matters Adult Financial Literacy Workshop series of the new year, offered by Maui Economic Opportunityʻs Business Development Center, will be held 10 a.m. to noon, Jan. 19 and 20.
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Maui Turo owners pivot to keep up with growing car rental supply
Turo owners on Maui struggle as car rental prices dropped in 2021.
Minor shipping disruptions amid COVID-19 impacts at Young Brothers on Maui
Temporary interisland shipping disruptions are expected for small container or palletized shipping as a result of COVID-19 related worker impacts at the Young Brothers shipyard on Maui, Mayor Michael Victorino confirmed.
Chick-fil-A delays Maui opening, names Kahului operator
Chick-fil-A pushed back the tentative opening for its $3.87 million Kahului restaurant — the first of at least four locations slated for the Aloha State. Initially scheduled to open late spring, a news release today said the Central Maui restaurant is now set to open mid-2022. The release also announced the names of four operators chosen to helm the Hawaii restaurants. Sean Whaley, of San Bernardino, Calif., was named the franchise operator for Kahului.
Maui’s Komoda Store & Bakery to be honored in Council Resolution for 105th anniversary
The resolution congratulates T Komoda Store & Bakery on its 105th anniversary, serving Maui since 1916.
Orthopedic urgent care clinic opens in Upcountry Maui
All Access Ortho Maui (AAOM), under the leadership of Dr. Gary “Kiki” Takashiro Blum, opened Dec. 13 to provide immediate, specialized care for injuries that are not severe enough to merit care at a trauma center. No appointment is necessary, and the clinic is open to all.
Bank of Hawaiʻi names Marco Abbruzzese as Vice Chair & Sr. Executive Director of Wealth Management
Marco A. Abbruzzese will join Bank of Hawaiʻi on Jan. 10 as Vice Chair and Senior Executive Director of Wealth Management and he will serve on the bank’s Executive Committee.
Crema’s new coffee spot starts buzz Upcountry
After a couple years of catering and home deliveries, Crema Maui, a boutique espresso bar, recently opened its first location in Pukalani. Owner Andrea Riggins, along with partner, Asher Boyle, launched the spot in September — and it’s already generating quite the buzz.
AARP Hawaiʻi presents volunteer Vicki Franco with highest state community service award
AARP Hawai‘i recognized AARP volunteer leader and veterans advocate Vicki Franco with the Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization’s most prestigious state volunteer award for community service.
MEO Youth Services gift wrapping raises nearly $900
Maui Economic Opportunityʻs Youth Servicesʻ fifth annual gift wrapping event raised $863 in donations on Dec. 22, 2021.
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi Donates $3.8 Million To Support Community Health in 2021
Every year, Kaiser Permanente partners with community organizations across the state that are working to address pressing socioeconomic issues impacting Hawaiʻi residents. In 2021, Kaiser Permanente provided $3.8 million in grants to 50 community organizations that provided services to improve social determinants to good health and well-being.
Ohana Fuels’ Do Good program to benefit Alzheimer’s Association on Maui
The Alzheimer’s Association on Maui has been selected as the beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels’ ‘Fuel up. Do good’ program in 2022.
Pukalani Terrace Center Holiday Food Drive continues through Dec. 31
While Christmas 2021 is now passed, the Holiday Food Drive at Pukalani Terrace Center continues through Dec. 31.
Bank of Hawaiʻi’s Hamano retiring after 45 years; Leadership changes announced
Bank of Hawaiʻi is making leadership changes in its Commercial Banking Division with the retirement on Jan. 13 of Vice Chair and Chief Commercial Officer Wayne Y. Hamano after 45 years of service.
Hawai‘i PGA Hall-of-Famer to retire from Wailea Golf Club
Brenda Rego, PGA is retiring at the end of this month as head golf professional at the Wailea Blue Course but plans to continue coaching junior golfers.
New Year’s Kama‘āina Deal at Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kā‘anapali
Hawai‘i residents can book a staycation at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali with the resort’s limited New Year’s Kama‘āina deal, available to book now for a limited time. Valid for stays Dec. 30, 2021 to Jan. 2, 2022, the package includes rates starting at $299 and includes a $50 resort credit.
Hawaiian Electric makes $141,500 in holiday donations to local nonprofits
This holiday season, Hawaiian Electric donated $141,500 to more than a dozen local nonprofit groups and educational organizations that contribute to the cultural enrichment, education and health and welfare of Hawaiʻi keiki and families across the state.
More out-of-state residents buying Maui homes this year
The number of homes in Hawaiʻi purchased by Mainland buyers in the first half of 2021 was more than double the sales in the first half of 2020 and more than 50% higher than during the first half of 2019, according to UHERO.
Maui Economic Opportunity Core Four Business Planning Course Begins Jan. 4
The first Core Four Business Planning series of 2022, presented by Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Center, starts Jan. 4. All classes are held online via Zoom.
