Business
Sack N Save in Hilo evacuated Friday evening due to unknown white smoke
The Sack N Save in Hilo was evacuated Friday night due to white smoke.
Gov. Green nominates Tokioka for Hawaiʻi’s economic chief; Senate rejected first choice
After the Senate rejected his first choice, Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green nominated James Kunane Tokioka of Kauaʻi to serve as the Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
First Hawaiian Bank donates $35,000 to Hawai’i Island United Way
First Hawaiian Bank presented a $35,000 check to Hawai’i Island United Way as part of its 2023 campaign.
East Meets West conference connects startups across the Pacific
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is sponsoring the annual East Meets West conference, which will take place at Aloha Tower Marketplace in Honolulu on May 18 and 19.
Keauhou Shopping Center in Kona to celebrate May holidays with 3 events
Keauhou Shopping Center is getting into the festive spirit this May with three special events.
Aloha Petroleum launches customer appreciation program
Aloha Petroleum has launched My Aloha Rewards, a free customer appreciation program offering redeemable points for qualifying purchases at Aloha Island Mart stores and Aloha and Shell gas stations.
Free webinar about supporting Hawaiʻi food producers on May 5
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is partnering with the Hawai‘i Food Hub Hui to host an informational webinar called “Saving Time & Sourcing Local: Buying Local with Food Hubs.”
Peter Dames named president and CEO of Servco Pacific Inc.
Servco Pacific Inc. has announced that Peter Dames will take over as president and chief executive officer on Oct. 1.
Good Jobs Hawaiʻi provides free skills training for hundreds of residents
The University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges, in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi and industry partners, offers free skills training in high-demand industries through Good Jobs Hawaiʻi.
Hilo hotel hosting party for new Heineken Silver Lager
Lager enthusiasts attending the party will enjoy Heineken bucket specials, Heineken branded prizes and live entertainment from popular local artists “The Project.”
Inaugural Women Entrepreneurs Conference set for May 10 in Honolulu
Central Pacific Bank is partnering with Hawaiʻi Business Magazine to host the inaugural Women Entrepreneurs Conference on May 10 in Honolulu.
Young Brothers promotes Chris Edwards, Chris Martin
Young Brothers has promoted Chris Edwards to vice president – chief financial officer and Chris Martin to vice president of operations.
New Hilo business offers e-bikes to rent, buy or go on a tour
Big Island Personal Tours’ employees interview their clients to help create a personalized experience before they arrive to the island.
Zonta Club of Hilo raises awareness of sexual assault on “Denim Day”, April 26
Zonta Club of Hilo asks businesses, organizations, and individuals to wear jeans on Denim Day, April 26, in support of sexual assault survivors and to raise awareness about sexual assault misconceptions.
American Heart Association to host virtual panel discussion on workforce well-being
The American Heart Association is hosting a free virtual Workforce Well-Being Panel Discussion on April 26 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Toastmasters District 49 to host conference April 29 – May 6
Toastmasters District 49 announces its upcoming conference, “People. Passion. Purpose.” — an event that promises to inspire attendees with informative keynote speakers and educational recognitions.
UH Business College raises $420,000 to support Travel Industry Management students
The University of Hawaiʻi’s Shidler College of Business’ School of Travel Industry Management raised more than $420,000 during its 21st annual Celebrate a Legacy in Tourism gala; these funds will support future business leaders in the travel industry.
CVS Health installs time delay safes in all 61 Hawaiʻi Longs Drugs locations
CVS Health has completed the installation of time delay safes in more than 9,000 of its pharmacy locations, including all 61 Longs Drugs stores in Hawaiʻi.
Walmart, Sam’s Club launched 10th annual campaign to fight hunger in Hawaiʻi
Walmart and Sam’s Club launched their 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to help end food insecurity in Hawaiʻi and across the country.
Hawaiʻi County Council overrides Roth’s veto of bill intended to increase rezoning transparency
Following an override of Mayor Mitch Roth’s veto, Bill 194 is now a Hawai‘i County ordinance that brings requests for time extensions for zoning changes to come back to the County Council.
