Business
Foodland Super Market marks 75th anniversary
Customers will find limited-edition Foodland 75th anniversary products, anniversary-only poke selections and special offerings in the company’s delis and bakeries.
Koloa Rum Company expands distribution to New Jersey
New Jersey consumers can now choose from eight Koloa Rum products made in Kalaheo.
Kaua‘i companies join business incubator
Kealia Organics and Ohana Mana Juice Co are among the 13
within the cohort.
Gov. Green nominates Kauaʻi’s Tokioka for Hawaiʻi’s economic chief
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.
Dames named president, CEO of Servco Pacific
Servco Pacific has announced that Peter Dames will take over as president and chief executive officer on Oct. 1.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority sponsoring East Meets West conference for startups across 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.
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.
Kauaʻi utility cooperative’s new $8.5 million Anahola Service Center receives blessing
Kahu Wayne Vidinha performed a blessing Sunday morning for Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative’s recently completed $8.5 million Anahola Service Center.
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters reopens at Princeville Airport on Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i is approximately 563 square miles in size, but about 70% of its landmass is only viewable to most travelers from the air.
Conference for Toastmasters District 49 set for 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.
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.
UH Shidler College of Business 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.
Sam’s Club, Walmart, launched 10th annual campaign to fight hunger in Hawaiʻi
Sam’s Club and Walmart launched their 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to help end food insecurity in Hawaiʻi and across the country.
Women entrepreneurs sought for free ‘WE by Rising Tide’ program
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation is accepting applications for the “WE by Rising Tide” program, which helps women entrepreneurs shape their future and achieve success in the business community.
Timbers Kauaʻi names Chris Gampon as general manager
Gampon has previous worked as general managaer at The Point at Poʻipū, Kiahuna Plantation Resort and more.
Elemental Excelerator accepting startup applications through May 31
Elemental Excelerator, a climate tech investor, has invested in more than 150 portfolio companies to date.
Job fair today at War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e
Over 50 businesses representing a variety of industries on Kaua‘i are offering an assortment of employment opportunities at the job fair.
Grant program to boost food hubs launched by Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture
The Hawai’i Department of Agriculture now is accepting Proposals for the Food Hub Pilot Program that offers grants between $50,000 and $250,000.
Hawaiʻi Gas issues RFPs for renewable hydrogen, renewable natural gas
Hawaiʻi Gas is seeking proposals from local and national suppliers who can provide up to 2,300 kg per day of renewable hydrogen or up to 65,000 therms of renewable natural gas.
Wellness Day at Līhuʻe Walmart offers vaccines, free health screenings
All nine Hawaiʻi Walmart stores are participating in Walmart Wellness Day on May 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.