• News for Chamber

    Monday, July 01, 2024
    Kona Commons is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated pop-up waterpark, Splish Splash Summer, for the second consecutive year. Each Wednesday in July, starting July 10, families and friends are invited to beat the summer heat and enjoy a day of water-filled fun at Kona Commons Shopping Center.Splish Splash Summer will take place on July 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 12 PM to 4 PM. ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Thursday, June 27, 2024
    Treat your team to an unforgettable holiday celebration! Fairmont Orchid invites kamaaina businesses to join on Saturday, December 7, 2024 for an evening dinner, dancing, and merriment.Feast & Festivities Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet featuring a prime rib & suckling pig carving station, a raw bar, and a decadent dessert spread. The festivities will also include entertainment by DJ Tiger, a ...read more
    Categories: Chamber
    Thursday, June 13, 2024
    Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU), a leading financial institution serving the communities of Hawai‘i Island, is pleased to announce the appointment of Crystal Williams as the new Branch Manager for the Honoka‘a and Kohala branches. With extensive experience within HCFCU and a strong background in financial services, Ms. Williams is well-equipped to lead both branches and continue ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Thursday, June 13, 2024
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Monday, June 10, 2024
    Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce Moani Mathews as their 2023 Employee of the Year. This recognition highlights Moani’s exceptional contributions and reflects her accountability, integrity, and commitment to excellence. As a Support Services Coordinator at the Kaloko Facility, Moani goes above and beyond for the credit union. She is always willing to teach others, ...read more
    Categories: Chamber
    Thursday, June 06, 2024
     A message from Angelina, "I came to massage by way of the mental health field, where I practiced as a therapist for about 10 years before pursuing bodywork. When the pandemic happened and my work became virtual, I realized how much I valued the in-person human experience and started looking for a change. I decided to attend Maui Academy of Healing Arts and return to Hawaii, where I had resided ...read more
    Categories: Chamber
    Tuesday, May 28, 2024
    Earn your Associates Degree from the American Culinary Federation certified program and be prepared to work in the best restaurants and hotels in the world, here on the Kona coast and beyond. Apply Today for Fall 2024 at hawaii.hawaii.edu/apply Ten (10) $1,000 Scholarships Available! Free Knife Kit worth $300 for the first 10 students who register for Fall 2024. 
    Categories: Chamber, Education
    Tuesday, May 21, 2024
    Fundraise with KTA. Here to help non-profit organizations with an educational purpose reach their fundraising goals! Choose from: Teri Beef Plates, 8 oz. Steak Plates, or Pork Cutlet Plates You can set the ticket amount for each item and control how much money your fundraiser makes! To learn more visit ktasuperstores.com/fundraising
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Tuesday, May 14, 2024
    Cosmic Video: The Search for Extraterrestrial Life, From A Reporter's Perspective, special guest speaker Nadia Drake, Science Journalist.ABOUT: For millennia, humans have wondered whether life exists beyond Earth. These musings have evolved from fantasy and speculation into a legitimate scientific endeavor, guided largely by the Drake Equation — a formula that estimates the number of detectable ...read more
    Categories: Education, Chamber
    Monday, May 13, 2024
    The 27th Annual UCC Coffee Kona Marathon is moving back to Kona after staging the race on the Kohala Coast for the last few years. The race will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025 with a new resort partner—Royal Kona Resort and Spa.  “It’s safe to say that over the past 26 years the Kona Marathon has had it’s share of challenges—dealing with COVID, location and course changes, volcanic ...read more
    Categories: Community, Chamber
    Monday, May 13, 2024
    Calling all Hawaii Island food trucks and food vendors! The Kailua Village Business Improvement District (KVBID) rolls out the 2024 Street Eats: Kailua Village Food Truck Festival, where flavors and fun collide! KVBID is looking for passionate food vendors and trucks to tantalize taste buds and create a culinary extravaganza. What KVBID is Looking For: - Diverse cuisine offerings: From savory ...read more
    Categories: Community, Chamber
    Tuesday, May 07, 2024
    For over five decades, Hawai‘i Island United Way (HIUW) has been steadfast in its commitment to bolstering foundational resources and fostering community transformation in key areas such as education, financial stability, and health. The 2024-2026 Community Impact Grant, totaling $226,000, will be distributed among 32 programs operated by 25 partner organizations. These partner agencies, in ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Education, Community
    Wednesday, May 01, 2024
    On April 22nd, Earth Day, Body Glove Cruises joined forces with Blue Ocean Mariculture (BOM) and Ocean Defenders Alliance on a mission to remove tires from Kailua Bay.    For 4 weeks leading up to the big day, diligent preparations were made to set the team up for success. On Body Glove's boat, "Baby Glove", a few divers went out and assessed the area, bundled tires, and removed some other debris ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Tuesday, March 05, 2024
    Carla Kuo, Chamber Administrator of Membership & Marketing for the Hawaiʻi Island Chamber of Commerce has accepted the Executive Officer position effective July 1, 2024, immediately following Miles' last day with the Chamber.  The Hawaiʻi Island Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors have full confidence in Carla and the skills and talents she will bring to the Executive Officer position. While ...read more
    Categories: Chamber
    Tuesday, March 05, 2024
    New Chamber Member Hawaii Pressure Wash. Residential & Commercial ServicesWhy Choose Our Services? Hawaii Pressure Wash, LLC is a fully licensed and insured pressure washing company providing top-notch commercial and residential services throughout the Big Island of Hawaii. Based in Kailua Kona, HI, we provide exterior power and soft wash cleaning.  Experienced and knowledgeable in the different ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Tuesday, March 05, 2024
    New Chamber Member PACIFIC COFFEE RESEARCH QUALITY-FOCUSED WOMEN-OWNEDHawaiʻi’s first coffee education & professional training center  Pacific Coffee Research was founded by coffee professionals set out to change the Hawai’i coffee industry through education, collaboration, and support services. We provide education and skills training to baristas, roasters, producers, and everyone who wants to ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Tuesday, March 05, 2024
    New Chamber Member H+dlT CollaborativeWho we are.Philosophy H+dlT Collaborative was established in Seattle in 2003 to provide a fresh vision for architectural, planning, development and interior design services for all project scales and types. In pursuit of this goal, there are no boundaries to their creative expression from the design of a logo to comprehensive construction documentation and ...read more
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    Friday, March 01, 2024
    Financial Benefits Insurance Independent, full-service insurance agency. Our duty is to our clients best interests. It is our responsibility to provide YOU the best service and the best coverage, at the best possible price. When choosing an insurance agency, you want a company you can trust. We are an independent insurance agency. We do not work for an insurance company; we work for you! We work ...read more
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    Friday, March 01, 2024
    DigeTekS is the only local, security-focused IT provider servicing financial institutions, hospitals, and local governments in cities across Wyoming, Colorado Front Range, Virgina, North Texas, the Big Island of Hawaii, South-Central Kansas, and Florida for nearly 20 years. With a team of 19 IT Consultants, over 250 years of IT experience, and 125+ certifications, we set the bar for compliance and ...read more
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    Thursday, January 04, 2024
    DO NOT RESPOND - Bogus Phishing Emails   From: Jayla Gill attendeesdatainpro.com>Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2024 7:27 AMSubject: Living & Design Home Expo ATTENDEE LISTImportance: High We are following up to confirm if you are interested in acquiring the Visitors/Attendees List of Event Name : Living & Design Home ExpoDate : 24 - 25 Feb 2024Location : Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa, ...read more
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    Sunday, June 26, 2022
    Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Gathers to Hear from Governor Ige,Install New Board, Present Pualu Awards, Reboot Business Expo  KAILUA-KONA – The chief executive for the State of Hawaiʻi, Governor David Ige, joined the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) for its annual meeting on Friday, June 24, 2022. The event marked the organization’s first in-person membership luncheon in three years due ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community
    Monday, February 24, 2020
    Inspiration, Celebration and Success at the 15th Annual Living & Design Expo KAILUA-KONA, HAWAI‘I ISLAND— Dedicated to providing a successful business environment in West Hawaiʻi, the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce held its annual Living & Design Expo at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay this past weekend. With over 40 exhibitors under one roof, attendees found resources to build a ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Economy, Community
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