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News for Chamber
Monday, March 18, 2019By Fern Gavelek ADVOCACY—The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Hawai‘i County leadership to a packed house at the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel for the annual Mayoral Focus Luncheon. County department heads provided the 200 attendees with recaps on what they’ve been up to while Chamber staff collected written questions from the crowd. However, time ran ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Networking, Advocacy, Community
Monday, February 25, 2019By Fern Gavelek NETWORKING—Nestled in the former Hukilau Hotel, and located across Kailua Pier on Ali‘i Drive, is the operations and training center for YWAM Ships Kona. Chamber members learned all about the purpose and activities of the far-reaching, non-profit organization at the February AfterHours. YWAM Ships Kona is part of the worldwide Youth with A Mission Christian movement that ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Networking
Monday, February 25, 2019NETWORKING—New Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) members have the opportunity to introduce themselves at monthly AfterHours events by taking the stage and sharing information about their business. Two new members took the mike at the February pau hana: Jessie Rex of Hawaii Herb Company offers hemp products online to “to help you feel your best physically, emotionally and mentally.” ...read moreCategories: Networking, Chamber
Monday, February 25, 2019CONGRATULATIONS! Exhibitors awarded for best booths at the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce 14th Annual Hawai‘i Island Living & Design Expo that took place at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay on Saturday, February 23rd and Sunday, February 24th. The convention center was filled with over 40 high-quality expo exhibitors. Best in Show: Honsador Building ProductsTaking “Best in Show ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber
Sunday, January 27, 2019NETWORKING—The Regency at Hualalai in Kailua-Kona hosted the first AfterHours for 2019. Organized activities included tours of the facility’s studio, one and two-bedroom apartments; the newly refurbished pool and interacting with Regency residents—including 98-year-old Bob. Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) attendees enjoyed a hot and cold pupu buffet provided by the Regency’s culinary ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Networking
Sunday, January 27, 2019NETWORKING—New Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) members have the opportunity to introduce themselves at monthly AfterHours events by taking the stage and sharing information about their business. Three new members took the mike at the January pau hana: A native of Missouri, Laura Roberts of Dread Pirate Pottery has a bachelor’s degree in fine art focusing on ceramics and sculpture. Her ...read moreCategories: Networking, Chamber
Sunday, January 27, 2019ADVOCACY - Chambers from across the State of Hawaiʻi converged on the Capitol for Chamber Week – a week-long series of events designed to encourage chambers of commerce and their members to become more involved in the legislative process plus provide the opportunity to meet legislators. Headed by the Chamber of Commerce of Hawaiʻi (COCHI), chambers from Hawaiʻi Island, Maui, Kauai and Oahu joined ...read moreCategories: Advocacy, Chamber
Thursday, January 10, 2019Chamber of Commerce executives and board leaders from across the state of Hawai‘i headed to the state Capitol on Wednesday, January 9 for a Chamber Week proclamation ceremony with Governor David Ige. Included in the ceremony were the Chamber executives from the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce, Kauai Chamber of Commerce, Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce and Maui Chamber ...read moreCategories: Aloha, Community, Advocacy, Chamber, Networking
Monday, October 29, 2018WAIKOLOA, HAWAI‘I ISLAND —The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) enjoyed an evening with friends, colleagues and the community to celebrate a half-century of business advocacy at its 50th Anniversary Gala at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort on Saturday, Oct. 27. "We are very grateful to our Chamber members, sponsors and community leaders who joined us for this meaningful occasion,” states ...read moreCategories: Aloha, Community, Chamber, Networking
Saturday, June 30, 2018HAWAI‘I ISLAND—The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Pūalu Awards recognize individuals, businesses, and/or non-profit organizations that exemplify a commitment to the improvement and advancement of our community. Winners, one in each of six categories, were recognized at the recent KKCC annual Installation Banquet and Membership Luncheon at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. “We appreciate everyone ...read moreCategories: Chamber
