Business
Brown Named Director of SBDC Hilo Office
Hilo native Aaron Brown was recently named the new director for the Hawaii Small Business Development Center Hilo office.
Seminars Offered on Exporting and Marketing Ag Products
Two seminars on exporting and marketing for food and agricultural businesses will be held on April 26 in Hilo.
Big Isle Home Prices Rose Last Month
The median price of Hawaii Island homes rose last month compared to the same month last year, while condo prices remained nearly the same.
Biz Wrap: New Hires and New Apps
In business news this week, Revolusun hired a new project developer and nominees are sought for business awards.
Two Workshops Offered on How to Start a Business
SBDC is offering two workshops this month in Honoka’a and Hilo on how to start a business in Hawaii.
DCCA Launches New Phone System
DCCA’s new automated phone system is designed to help the public reach correct offices.
TedxChange 2013 Broadcast Tomorrow at UH-Hilo
A TedxChange 2013 event taking place tomorrow at UH-Hilo is one of 200 satellite events held around the world.
SBA Offers Online Tools Regarding Affordable Care Act
The SBA is encouraging small businesses to learn how to take advantage of new health care provisions.
Biz Wrap: Island Groups Receive Grants
Several Hawaii Island organizations have benefitted recently from grants from Hawaii foundations.
Hawaiian Air Allowing Self-Tagging of Luggage
The feature which is now in place at the Honolulu airport will be implemented on neighbor islands later in the year.
KKCC Offering Two Business Networking Events in April
KKCC is offering business networking events in Waikoloa and Waimea during the month of April.
HMSA Chooses Keaau for New Office Building
HMSA will build a 20,000 square-foot office building in Keaau that is scheduled to open by the end of next year.
Nominations Sought for Ecotour Guide of the Year
The Hawaii Ecotourism Association is seeking the best and brightest tour guides on Hawaii Island and the rest of the state for its ecotour guide of the year award.
Biz Wrap: Golf Courses for Sale
Two golf courses are for sale on island and the blessing of a new photovoltaic solar farm will take place tomorrow in lower Puna.
HCC Offering Financial Education and Counselor Training
Starting next month, HCC is offering a five-week certificate program in financial education and counseling.
Free Small Business Help Available Tomorrow
The Business Action Center will be open tomorrow as part of the state’s biweekly outreach to assist Big Island residents with business registration forms.
Funding Renewed for Organic Cost-Share Program
Eligible organic farmers and ranchers may receive up to $750 as part of a federal cost-sharing program.
Mayor to Speak on Economy at Luncheon
Mayor Billy Kenoi will discuss the county’s economy and outlook at a luncheon on April in Kona.
Biz Wrap: Shipping Firms Lower Surcharge; Solar Expert
In business news around the island, shipping firms announce a reduction in fuel surcharges, a solar company imports a renowned Australian expert, and more.
Chamber Luncheon to Honor SBA Winners
Hawaii News Now’s Howard Dicus will be the featured guest speaker during a luncheon for Hawai‘i Island 2013 SBA award winners.
