MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund Dinner on October 26

The Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. (MEDB) announces the return of their highly anticipated Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction, themed “Pathways to Our Future.” This signature, in-person event will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at...

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Maui Food Innovation Center talks story and technology at Maui TechOhana

24 local entrepreneurs and small business owners attended the May 9 Maui TechOhana and were wowed by the inspiring work and technology of the Maui Food Innovation Center (MFIC). Ian Stewart, Entrepreneurship & Business Development Specialist, Pā‘oihana Program, and Douglas Paul, Chef Instructor gave an engaging presentation of the Center’s work including a video tour of the facility and samples of their success stories. 

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Get Started on Quickbooks for your Business

QuickBooks is a computer application that automates your business' financial functions.  It is easy to use but has a lot of components and comes from an Accountant's perspective -- so it has a specialized Glossary of Terms that takes a while to learn.  It has a step...

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Building your Capability Statement

Replay now availableEvery business needs a Capability Statement. Your Capability Statement can open doors to contracts with corporations and government agencies.24 small business owners tuned in May 2 to learn more about using your Capability Statement to build...

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Mentor-Protege Program for doing business with Government

Learn how to become a subcontractor for government/military in this one-day workshop Small business owners wishing to do business with government - you are invited to a Spring Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Workshop hosted by Global Resources Solutions, Inc. (GRS) and...

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Maui Founders Mixer April 15

The Maui Founders Mixer was held April 15th 5 - 7 PM at the Malcolm Center. Hosted by Blue Startups with support by Maui Economic Development Board, entrepreneurs heard about the upcoming Blue Startups Cohort 16 (July 22 - October 18). They also had the opportunity to...

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Maui Food Innovation at Maui TechOhana

Save the date for Maui TechOhana May 9 to hear about the Maui Food Innovation Center. Join us for networking, light refreshments and our guest speakers.Updated 5-7-24 - Ian Stewart, Entrepreneurship & Business Development Specialist, Pā‘oihana Program, UH Maui...

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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Application Workshop

Register to attend the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Application Workshop on Tuesday, March 12.  The Hawaii Department of Transportation DBE team will return to Maui March 12 to walk you through the DBE application process. Get started on your journey to...

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Ka Ipu Kukui Fellows Plan for a Resilient Maui

Sixteen fellows of the 2024 Ka Ipu Kukui cohort recently came together to address the challenge of building resilience for Maui County. Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), the annual Project Weekend was renamed Project Maui Nui to reflect its focus...

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TechOhana features Maui’s Pacific Disaster Center

Maui TechOhana in February featured Dr. Erin Hughey and the extraordinary work of the Pacific Disaster Center. 29 entrepreneurs and small business owners joined us February 22 for networking, light refreshments and our guest speaker.Pacific Disaster Center (PDC...

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Maui Mini Business Development Series

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), and Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) invite small business owners who are interested in doing business with the government to register for a two-day Mini Business...

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Adaptive Capacity for your Business – Webinar Nov 30

Adaptive Capacity was the topic of the November 30 Women in Business Seminar Series webinar, presented by Maui Economic Development 24 small business owners joined online to listen to Pamela Stambaugh, President and Founder of Accountability Pays Inc, talk about...

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Aerospace on Maui the talk of TechOhana

From L. to R. Bogdan Udrea, VisSidus Technologies; Dr. Shadi Naderi, AFRL, Lisa Thompson, KBR, Dr. C. Channing Chow, Cloudstone Innovations 31 guests joined us November 16 to hear about Aerospace on Maui from a panel of space industry leaders based in LĪPOA, formerly...

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P3I accepting applications for internships

The Pacific Intelligence and Innovation Initiative (P3I) is a public-private partnership working to meet the growing demand for a skilled workforce in Hawaiʻi. The Department of Defense and other Hawaiʻi-based companies are looking to fill positions in IT, cyber,...

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Maui Business Recovery Fund – Grant Overview 

In partnership with the Principal Foundation and the Walmart Foundation, Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) is offering the Maui Business Recovery Fund. The purpose of the fund is a donation to support small businesses that have been directly impacted by the...

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Maui Business Bridge Grants – opening soon

November 13, 2023 - Applications open at https://mauibusinessbridgegrants.org/ This grant program is being offered by the State of Hawaii, County of Maui, Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO), and Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB). The purpose of this grant program is...

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Learning the Ins and Outs of WBENC Certification

Women Business Enterprise Council (WBEC) West holds monthly webinars to teach the ins and outs of Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification. Join Maria Boykin, WBEC-West Director of Certification October 26 at 10:00 AM Hawaii Standard Time.This...

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AMOS Conference a Show of Support

Wildfires, a four-star general and a sold-out conference headlined the 24th AMOS Conference held September 19-22 at the Wailea Beach Resort, Maui.  The premier technical conference in the nation devoted to Space Domain Awareness hosted 1082 in-person attendees...

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Young Professionals Plan for Future at EMER-GEN® 2023

Innovation, policy, career planning and more were all on the agenda for the 6th annual EMER-GEN® Program, held September 17-19 at the Wailea Beach Resort, Maui. A joint initiative of the AMOS Conference and the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), the program...

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E Hana Kākou – Let’s Work Together

MEDB stands with our community in shock and profound grief at the enormity of the catastrophe on Maui’s West Side and Upcountry. Like so many on our island, we have been personally touched with loss and trauma that too many others have shared. The eyes of the world...

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Webinar – The 7 Must Do’s to Level Up your Leadership

POSTPONED! The August 16 Webinar has been postponed while MEDB and the Maui community prioritize support of our residents and local businesses devastated by the fires. What stops productivity?  What stops performance?  What stops profitability?  Gallup worldwide...

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Blue Startups Founders Mixer coming to Maui

Maui entrepreneurs interested in being part of an accelerator cohort or looking for a cofounder participated in the July 5 Maui Founders Mixer! Hosted by Blue Startups with support by Maui Economic Development Board, participants heard about the upcoming Blue Startups...

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Planning for your Business Succession

Over 70% of small business owners want to pass their business on.... and only 15% actually do.You can now listen to the replay to hear about Business Succession Planning On June 15 guest speaker, Marianne Ellis, CEO/Co-Founder, CEO Success Community led an engaging...

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Request for Proposals – HVAC System Unit Replacement

Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. (MEDB) is a 501c (3) non-profit organization that has been a catalyst for innovative economic development in Maui County and the state since its founding in 1982. The driving force in establishing MEDB was to work towards ways to...

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Web3, AI and Humanity at Maui TechOhana

35 entrepreneurs attended the May 11 Maui TechOhana at MEDB's Malcolm Center to hear about Web3, AI, and Humanity. Organized by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and supported by the County of Maui, the event provided an informal networking opportunity open...

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[Workshop] Women in Business Connect

Connecting with corporations leveraging your women owned status Workshop series Three separate sessions to support your business growth. Attend one or all three. In-person and livestream ticket options.Friday, May 51. Elevate your Pitch to Connect 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM...

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[Replay] Storytelling to build your brand and your business

Want to Drive Sales? Discover how to build your brand and gain more customers with storytelling in this April 27 webinarWhen you look at successful businesses, what do you think is the number one factor that separates them from their competitors? The answer is their...

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[Replay] Rights and Rules for Small Businesses

Do you know your rights as a small business owner? What rules impact your business and how can you change it? Replay now available of this March 7 webinar to hear about the Hawaii State Small Business Regulatory Review Board (SBRRB) and their work towards a regulatory...

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Entrepreneurs Intrigued by the Future of Work

45 entrepreneurs attended Maui TechOhana on Thursday February 2 to hear about the “Future of Work.” Gathering in-person for the first time in three years, the event featured Maui-based guest speaker, Jen Chiu, who has worked on a Design Led innovation team at Google....

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Maui’s Emerging Leaders Participate in Civic-thon Challenge

The annual Project Weekend in January brought together sixteen aspiring leaders to work on solutions to diversify Maui’s economy. Hosted by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), Project Weekend is specifically designed for the Fellows of Ka Ipu Kukui, a year-long...

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Hawaii Energy Conference Back at the MACC

After three years of virtual streaming, the Hawaii Energy Conference (HEC) is returning to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center May 24-25, 2023 for an in-person gathering. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the conference is presented by the Maui Economic Development...

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Tech Entrepreneurs hear about funding opportunities

A small group of Maui County tech entrepreneurs participated in the Maui Innovation Summit on Wednesday December 14 to hear about funding opportunities for new innovations. Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) in association with NAVSEA (Naval Seas...

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Maui Innovation Summit

Maui-based tech-entrepreneurs are invited to learn about America's seed fund - SBIR/STTR program in an information session on December 14 at the Maui Research & Technology Center. This is for you if you: Are looking for R & D funding vehicles? Want to work...

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2022 EMER-GEN a hit with young professionals in Space

The 5th annual EMER-GEN® Program, presented by the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) on September 25-27 at the Wailea Beach Resort-Marriott, was designed especially for young professionals and students enthusiastic about careers in space. A joint initiative of...

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Innovation leader inspires Maui TechOhana

30 entrepreneurs joined Maui TechOhana on July 27 to listen to, and be inspired by, Omar Sultan of Sultan Ventures. You can watch the replay now Watch the replay https://youtu.be/-vRCOV633TQ

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Women business owners inspire in live webinar

Four women business owners shared their stories of persistence, passion, innovation and more in the fifth webinar of the Hawaii Women in Business Seminar Series. Melia Foster, Meli Wraps; Nina Hans, WeekdayStudio; Jennifer Schettewi, Pono Chocolate; and Lori Silva,...

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Maui TechOhana – July 27

Leader in Innovation to speak at Maui TechOhana Omar Sultan is an investor, mentor, and community builder who believes entrepreneurship and innovation is key to shaping the world's future for the better. Maui Economic Development Board welcomes Omar as our guest...

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Economic Development seeks Community Input

Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) is coordinating the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) report for Maui County, a process undertaken every five to six years. CEDS is a Federally mandated, locally-based strategic plan for regional economic...

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Kuleana Director Talks Story with Maui TechOhana

Brian Kohne, the writer and director of the movies “Kuleana – Maui” and “Get a Job” shared his captivating story and pathway with Maui TechOhana on April 13. The virtual meeting, presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), with support of the County of Maui...

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Hawaii STEM Conference back in-person

The 13th Annual Hawaii STEM Conference is "easing" it's way back into an in-person event on Friday, April 29th at the Hawaii Convention Center for an extravaganza of all things STEM! We will have hands-on professional development opportunities for teachers and...

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Women in Business Seminar Series 3 replay now available

Fifty-five small business owners joined in to listen to Kelly Ireland, CBT, and Barbara Myrick, B & M Construction talk-story about their experiences with certification as a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB). In celebration of Women’s History Month, the March 16...

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TechOhana to feature writer and director of Kuleana

Save the date for the next Maui TechOhana with guest speaker, Brian Kohne - April 13, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Brian Kohne, Writer, Director & Music Producer will speak at the April 13 Maui TechOhana The writer and director of the movies “Kuleana – Maui” and “Get a Job”...

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Young Leaders Brainstorm Solutions for Maui Nui

 Fourteen aspiring leaders came together over the weekend, virtually, to work on solutions to diversify Maui’s economy. Hosted by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), the Project Weekend is specifically designed for the Fellows of Ka Ipu Kukui, a year-long program...

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Hawaii STEM Conference to return to Oahu

After two years of hosting the annual Hawaii STEM Conference virtually, Maui Economic Development Board is extremely excited to be returning to the Hawaii Convention Center for the 13th iteration of this celebration of all things STEM! We are looking forward to...

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Program to Help Underserved Maui Businesses

Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) was recently awarded a Small Business Administration (SBA) Grant to launch a Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP). MEDB was recognized as a proven neutral convener of the tri-isle...

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Training Hawaii’s Future Workforce

STEMworks™ Innovation Internships - Host Company Application Period Now Open! The STEMworks™ Innovation Internship is a 6-week summer program that matches talented, local students with companies from a wide spectrum of industries across the state who are looking...

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Connecting Maui Businesses

Twenty-three companies recently participated in the annual ICCC (Inner City Capital Connection) National Conference. This is the third year that MEDB has partnered with the Initiative. This year's program theme, "Emerge Stronger" provided timely training, mentoring...

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Maui-based Space Entrepreneur to “Talk Story” at TechOhana

With a career path that includes Cisco, Apple and NASA, Alex Fielding will be the guest speaker at the virtual Maui TechOhana on December 2. This event is presented by Maui Economic Development Board. Fielding will “talk story” about his journey of self-discovery as a...

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Replay, Q & A to BizAssist Webinar – Pathways to Recovery

55 small business owners from Maui and Neighbor Islands tuned in on November 10 to Maui Biz Assist  webinar, Pathways to Recovery, to hear about funding opportunities for their small businesses. Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), the free webinar

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Pathways to Recovery – A BizAssist Webinar

On November 10, Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) will present a free online webinar to provide an update and overview of the funding opportunities available to small businesses of Maui County as together we all navigate the path to recovery. There are many...

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2021 EMER-GEN® Inspires Space Careers

The 4th annual EMER-GEN® Program returned to Maui September 12-14 with young professionals and students pursuing space careers excited to meet once again in-person after a year of virtual. A joint initiative of the Advanced Maui Optical and Space...

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Astronaut speaks to Hawaii STEM students

Col. Michael Hopkins, U.S. Space Force spoke to over 350 Hawaii students Hawaii STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) students were recently treated to a virtual visit by NASA Astronaut United States Space Force Col. Michael Hopkins for the annual...

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Hacking 4 Oceans – STEM Talent Challenge

STEMworks™ has partnered with the University of Hawaii's Office of Innovation and Commercialization (UH OIC), the Common Mission Project, and SOEST to launch a Hacking 4 Oceans (H4O) course at UH Manoa this Spring 2022! This course is funded in part by MEDB STEMworks'...

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STEMworks™ Ag Internship Program

The Fall 2021 STEMworks™ Ag Internship Program kicked off September 27 and will continue through December 5. This semester's crop of interns is made up of 17 high school students who have been placed with 11 host companies across Maui and Molokai. Over the next...

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STEMworks innovating

This year’s 2021 Virtual Hawaii STEM Conference was a great success with 560+ attendees from across the state logging in to learn about all things STEM. The STEM conference provided teachers, students, and school administrators the opportunity to participate in...

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Replay and Resources to Women in Business Seminar Series #2

Forty-two small business owners joined in July 8 to listen to Dr Pamela Williamson, CEO of WBEC-West (Women’s Business Enterprise Council) talk about the process of applying to be certified as Minority Owned Small Business (MOSB) which includes Women Owned Small...

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Women in Business Seminar Series 2

MEDB, SBA and the Women’s Business Enterprise Council (WBEC) are collaborating to introduce local businesses to business networking platforms that hold the potential to for new business opportunities. One such platform is the SBA’s Minority Owned Small Business (MOSB)...

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SBIR: An Overview of the Program

Are you an Innovator, Entrepreneur, Researcher, or Small technology firm?  Thinking of starting a business with your exciting technology idea? Are you a researcher looking to commercialize your idea?   Join us June 30th at 12:00 pm (HST) for an...

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Speakers Announced for Hawaii Energy Conference June 22 & 24

With the days counting down to the 8th Hawaii Energy Conference, the keynote and invited speakers have been announced.  Suleman Khan of Swell Energy will give the keynote on Day 1 – June 22; and Mark Toney of TURN is the invited speaker on Day 2 – June 24....

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12th Annual Hawaii STEM Conference April 28-30

The 12th Annual Hawaii STEM Conference will be presented virtually, April 28 – 30, with a student Hackathon to follow on May 1. MEDB is grateful for Microsoft’s continued support as the principal sponsor of the conference. This year, students and teachers will have...

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Google Chief of Staff to Talk Story with Maui Entrepreneurs

Working at Google for 8 years, Luke Leonhard says he has his dream job. The Chief of Staff to Google’s speech team will share his career story at this month’s Maui TechOhana, April 29. Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), Leonhard will speak at the...

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Conference to explore the Energy Transition in Hawaii

The 8th Hawaii Energy Conference will again be virtual in 2021 and will explore the “Energy Transition in Hawaii: Focus on investments in people and projects.” Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and supported by the County of Maui Office of...

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Maui County Adaptability Fund Applications due November 6

Mayor Michael Victorino recently announced the launch of the Maui County Adaptability Fund to help local small businesses recover and survive the impacts from COVID-19. The County has allocated $5 million to the Fund. Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) is...

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2020 Hawaii Energy Conference Highlights

The 2020 Hawaii Energy Conference (HEC), postponed in March due to Covid-19, aired in July as a live-stream online event. Presented by the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and supported by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, the virtual conference...

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Maui Economic Development Board kicks off their 2020 STEM Drive

KIHEI, Maui, Hawaii – (July 20, 2020) – Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) announces the kick-off of their first-ever 2020 STEM Drive, a benefit for the MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund. This online fundraiser begins today and runs through August 15, 2020. According...

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MEDB Statement on Recent Events in our Nation

Like other communities across the country, Maui County and its residents have been affected by the anger, grief and hurt caused by recent events in Minneapolis, Georgia, Louisville and elsewhere, and the resulting civil unrest. "The knee on the neck” is an apt...

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Update on PPP Forgiveness

SBA-2020-0032 “Interim Final Rule on Forgiveness” Released  Late on Friday, May 22, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Treasury (“Treasury”) issued a new interim final rule relating to forgiveness of loans made under the Paycheck...

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COVID-19 Maui Nui Website

Visit the County of Maui’s official COVID-19 website – www.COVID19MauiNui.com. Learn about the: Funding sources and programs available to assist businesses and residents Latest news and updates Testing site information for Maui County residents Latest advisories for...

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COVID-19 – MEDB Announcement

MEDB Office closed - 15 days With the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, MEDB has been closely monitoring CDC travel notices, U.S. State advisories, and Hawaii’s Department of Health announcements.  MEDB is following the recommendation of the Governor and...

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Community Survey to Tackle Affordable Housing in West Maui

West Maui residents, employers, and employees are invited to participate in a community survey aimed at tackling affordable housing in West Maui. The West Maui Workforce Housing Survey is a grassroots, community-driven survey designed to determine the need for housing...

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Opportunity Zone & Healthy Communities: Maui

Opportunity Zones and Healthy Communities: Maui Wednesday, February 20th 8:00 am – 12:30 pm Maui Arts & Cultural Center McCoy Theater The event will begin with an overview of Opportunity Zones, a new federal tax incentive designed to attract long-term private...

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MEDB encourages businesses to “embrace their financials”

On October 30, Maui Economic Development Board kicked off their 2018 Startup Weekend Maui Series with “Pinching Your Pennies: Finance for Entrepreneurs.” Held at MEDB’s Malcolm Center, over 20 attendees got a real taste of “beer math,” down and dirty math, minus the...

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Patents: Adding Fuel to the Fire of Genius

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage Palo Alto patent attorney, Dr. Victoria Brewster, in an informal round table discussion on the ins and outs of securing a patent. The seminar will cover patent basics, including putting early safeguards in place to protect rights...

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MEDB celebrates 35-year milestone, bestows highest honors

MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction held Saturday, August 26th, at the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui showcased an evening of nostalgia — a chance to look back at Maui Economic Development Board’s (MEDB) and their organization’s impact over the past 35...

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Skog awarded MEDB’s prestigious Colin C. Cameron Award

A new Fund also established in Skog’s name to be launched August 26th August 14, 2017 - Today, the Board of Directors of the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) announced that they will award Jeanne Unemori Skog with their prestigious Colin C. Cameron Award during...

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MEDB’s “Pathways To Our Future” returns August 26

MEDB announces that online reservations and sponsorship opportunities are available for “Pathways To Our Future.” Held at the Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui on Saturday, August 26, 2017, guests will enjoy a festive evening of food, fun and camaraderie as they celebrate...

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Jeanne Unemori Skog stepping down as President & CEO of MEDB

Jeanne Unemori Skog announced today that she will be stepping down as President & CEO of Maui Economic Development Board at the end of June 2017. Leslie Wilkins, MEDB’s current Vice President, will succeed her.Ned Davis, Chair of MEDB’s Board of Directors...

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AFRL Physicist Introduces Students to the Stars

This March, Dr. Ryan Swindle of Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Maui Detachment, received the Department of Defense STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Educationand Outreach Advocate Award for his dedication to STEM education in the Maui community....

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DR. JD ARMSTRONG: MAUI’S HI STAR

Dr. James “JD” Armstrong, the enthusiastic Maui Technology Education and Outreach Specialist at the University of Hawaii’s Institute for Astronomy (IfA) in Pukalani, is much admired in the community. His work includes research on exoplanets, asteroids, comets, stellar...

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BALDWIN HIGH SCHOOL ROBOTICS TAKES THE CROWN!

The Ke Alahele Education Fund of Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) supported Baldwin High School’s Robotics Team to compete at this year’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics competition, an international high school...

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Daniel K. Inouye Innovation Award

Showcase your STEM project! Applications are now being accepted for this year’s Daniel K. Inouye Innovation Award. This annual award will be presented to a Maui County project team that demonstrates the most innovative use of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math...

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FOR THE LOVE OF COOKIES!

The Maui Cookie Lady, Mitzi Toro, has been in business for three extraordinary years. The first year started with baking cookies as a fundraiser for the ICU nurses who cared for her father before he passed away. The second year, making them became a favorite hobby. It...

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GOOGLE EDUCATIONAL APPS IMPROVE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Maui Economic Development Board’s (MEDB) Ke Alahele Education Fund stresses the importance of students having the ability to use a variety of technologies effectively to be career ready. Recognizing the critical nature of this preparation, MEDB has worked vigorously...

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MAUI’S RENEWABLE ENERGY FUTURE

The 2016 Maui Energy Conference, presented by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), focused on the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative’s 100% Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), its implications for Hawaii’s...

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Press Coverage of the 2016 Maui Energy Conference

The Maui County Office of Economic Development and the Maui Economic Development Board wrapped up another successful Maui Energy Conference on Friday, March 18, 2016.  The Conference attracted 340 participants, speakers and sponsors from Hawaii, the Mainland U.S.,...

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MAUI AUTISM CENTER: LITTLE GAINS BECOME BIG ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Still shrouded in mystery, autism is one of the fastest growing disabilities in the United States. Recent statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that 1 in 68 children have an autism spectrum disorder. The term “spectrum” refers to the...

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INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY

Maui girls in grades 7-8, accompanied by teachers, discovered the exciting and lucrative field of engineering during Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IGED) on Thursday, February 25th, at Maui Research and Technology Park. In observance of National Engineers...

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STEMworks™ launches new CAD module for drone design

KIHEI – Maui Economic Development Board’s Women in Technology (WIT) launches a new STEM module -- CAD Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), Drone Design and Build -- as part of its STEMworksä curriculum. WIT’s Drone Design and Build module coincides with Hawaii’s official...

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HAWAII AND CALIFORNIA STUDENTS COLLABORATE ON ENERGY ISSUES

For the first time, Maui Economic Development Board’s (MEDB) Women In Technology (WIT) Project is presenting a student collaboration opportunity between Hawaii and California.  Kamali’i Elementary School, Lokelani Intermediate and Kihei Charter High School on Maui,...

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LEARNING IS AN INTEGRATED JOURNEY

Po-maikaʻi Elementary School, located in the Maui Lani subdivision in Kahului, opened its doors in 2007 with the vision to educate the whole child by connecting academics with their Arts Integration curriculum. Based on years of research, Po-maikaʻi believes that...

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EDUCATING FOR ENERGY PROSPERITY

Since 2009, the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) Women In Technology program (WIT) has trained 459 educators through the energy science curriculum of its Island Energy Inquiry (IEI) initiative. In that time it has expanded from Maui across the state, reaching at...

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MAKER OF THINGS

Maui Makers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is based on the belief that by working together we can prove that Hawai’i’s future is really what we “make of it.”  Organized in 2010 by Haiku resident, Jerry Isdale, this unique group provides the venue, knowledge, and...

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KAMALIʻI SCHOOL IS CODING!

In celebration of Computer Science Education Week in December, Hour of Code, a nationwide campaign featuring free tutorials designed to get students interested in computer science, was held at Kamaliʻi Elementary School in Kihei. Maui Economic Development Board’s...

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HAU‘OLI MAKAHIKI HOU!

The Hawaiian Islands, home to a culturally and ethnically diverse population, are about to celebrate one of the most fun-filled festivals of the year. Many are laying elaborate plans to usher in the New Year with different customs and foods from different cultures....

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Holiday Greetings

The Holiday season marks the time of year when we take stock and look ahead, often through making resolutions. Five notable Holiday resolutions to live by have been compiled by poet and writer Julie-Anne Ford. Among her recommendations: Learn to LaughCelebrate the...

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GEOGRAPHY IN ACTION

In celebration of National Geographic Awareness Week, November 17-21, the Maui Economic Development Board’s Women in Technology (WIT) Project presented Geographic Information System (GIS) Day at Queen Kaahumanu Center in Kahului. The event featured displays and...

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HAWAII CONTINUES TO MAKE PROGRESS ON ITS RENEWABLE ENERGY GOAL

Dec 14, 2015 Pacific Business News - Hawaii continues to make progress on its renewable energy goal, report says Hawaii is a little more than a fifth of the way — 21.1 percent — to its new landmark goal of achieving 100 percent renewable energy by 2045, according to a...

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MOLOKAI MIDDLE SCHOOL RECEIVES NOAA GRANT

Molokai Middle School recently received an $88,213 grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for a project titled “Promoting Cultural Based Knowledge and Practices through Environmental Stewardship and Preservation.” The grant extends from...

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ANGELS ON WHEELS

Recently, A Cup of Cold Water (ACCW) Community Care-Van held its 2nd annual gathering to give thanks for the success of its outreach ministry.  In October 2013, the four Episcopal churches on Maui, Good Shepherd, Holy Innocents, St. John’s and Trinity by-the-Sea,...

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MAUI TEAM WINS 2015 DEVLEAGUE/UBER HAWAII HACKATHON

Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and High Technology Development Corporation sponsored Maui County’s participation in the first statewide, 36-hour, 2015 DevLeague /Uber Hawaii Hackathon. The free event, held October 23 to 25th, was partnered with Livecoding.tv,...

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USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM COMMUNITY GROWS UNDER THE RAINBOW

Imagine a place where the community reflects what is important and precious in each member. Imagine a place where the meaningful work that each individual contributes to the community is healing and inspirational.  La’a Kea Farm on Baldwin Avenue in Pa’ia is that...

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KAMEHAMEHA SOCCER PLAYER SCORES IN BOLIVIA

Maui student Keola Paz Paredes, son of a Bolivian immigrant to the United States, has initiated an outstanding mission to help children in Bolivia who play soccer. Paredes, a senior on the Kamehameha High School soccer team in Pukalani, has been playing soccer since...

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MAMA’S FISH HOUSE FUNDS SUSTAINABLE FOOD SOURCE

Mama’s Fish House, family-owned by Floyd and “Mama” Doris Christenson, has been buying fish directly from Maui fisherman for over 40 years. These local fishermen, representing a way of life, culture and tradition in Hawai’i, consistently deliver the freshest and...

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MEDB ADVANCES STEM EDUCATION

“Pathways to Our Future”, the annual Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner and Auction presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), was recently held at the FairmontKea Lani Resort in Wailea. Providing the stirring opening with oli and pule were Molokai...

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2015 Annual Labor Law Seminar

MEDB would like to bring to your attention the following event, which may be of use to you or your business. On Wednesday, September 30th, 2015, the Maui Chamber of Commerce and Tokildson, Katz, Moore, Hetherington & Harris Attorneys at Law, a Law Corporation, are...

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MAUI STUDENTS HELP MAKE ARREST!

Sponsored by Maui Economic Development Board’s Women in Technology (WIT) Project, the Maui County 4-H Youth Development Program and the Maui Police Department (MPD) Forensic Team recently held this year’s 4-H Tech Connect event. This event challenged over 65...

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EXCITE CAMP PROVIDES INSPIRATION FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS

Earlier this summer, middle-school girls had the opportunity to attend Excite Camp, a Women in Technology (WIT) program sponsored by the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB). The main goal of Excite Camp is to educate participants in science, technology, engineering...

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STUDENTS REACH FOR THE HI STARS

The recent Mini HI STAR (Hawaii Student/Teacher Research) Program of the University of Hawaii’s Institute for Astronomy, IFA, was sponsored by Maui Economic Development Board and Air Force Research Laboratory.  The program provided 11 high school students from...

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“THIS IS MORE THAN AN AFTERSCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB!”

The fun, new STEMworks AFTERschool Program for the 2015-2016 school year, presented by the Women in Technology (WIT) project of the MauiEconomic Development Board (MEDB), is for boys and girls, grades 6, 7 and 8.  The program addresses the need to stimulate interest...

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MAUI WAENA INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS LEARN TEAMWORK

Maui Waena Intermediate School’s Technology Club recently traveled to Oahu to compete in the state Botball tournament held at Hanalani School in Mililani.  There were 10 teams, both high school and intermediate, from Oahu.  “We were the 11th team and the only one from...

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STEMWORKS™ LAB SERVES AS KEY LEARNING RESOURCE

King Kekaulike High School students credited a STEMworks™ lab as a key component in their third consecutive Program Impact Assessment award at the 2015 STEM Conference. “There are so many students in STEMworks™ lab across the state doing amazing work, so it is truly...

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Maui Prep’s iPueo Robotics team soars

Thanks to a grant from the MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund, Maui Prep’s iPueo Robotics team were able to participate with students from 29 countries in the Vex World Championships. Below is a recap of the team’s experience shared by Maui Prep instructor Branden...

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Press Coverage of the 2015 Maui Energy Conference

Another successful Maui Energy Conference wrapped up on Friday, with a 15% increase in attendance over last year’s conference. The event, held at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, featured more than 50 speakers and 325 participants. In addition to increased...

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MPowerMaui: An Energy Conversation

Maui Residents: Communication key to ensuring Maui’s “green” energy future Final report, MPowerMaui: An Energy Conversation, captures resident priorities, values regarding energy on Maui Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) released a final report summarizing the...

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Eyes on the Sky

Hawaii plays a crucial role in tracking satellites and the space debris that threatens them. As orbital space gets more cluttered, private companies and military trackers will have to get better at tracking and identifying even tiny pieces of junk.  (Article no longer...

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GMO Initiative: Frequently Asked Questions

The question of whether there should be a moratorium on GMO Operations and Practices has been the subject of intense debate in Maui County. As voters head to the polls, the following is designed to stimulate a thoughtful review of this issue based on the questions we...

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MEDB Awards $10,000 for Innovative STEM Project

Ke Alahele Education Dinner Draws 660 Supporters, Raises $300,000 King Kekaulike High School graduate AJ Ramelb was selected for the second annual Daniel K. Inouye Innovation Award Saturday night. The honor included a $3,000 cash award for his college education and...

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Mayor Arakawa Inspired by STEM

For the past two years, Mayor Alan Arakawa and his wife Ann have served as hosts of the popular “Are You Smarter Than a STEM 5th Grader?” – a lively game during the annual MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund dinner that tests attendees’ STEM acumen against those of our...

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Innovation Award Honors Legacy of Inouye's Vision

The Maui Economic Development Board is continuing to honor the legacy of the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye with an award program in his name. “Senator Inouye was a visionary who saw how important it is to affirm and invest in our students, the future of Hawaii,”...

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Daniel K. Inouye Innovation Award

The Maui Economic Development Board is pleased to announce that the Daniel K. Inouye Innovation Award will be presented this year to a student team that demonstrates the most innovative use of STEM tools and capabilities to serve and improve our community. The Daniel...

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MEDB Ke Alahele Grant Leads to Teaching Insite on Molokai

Kualapu’u School teacher Susan Forbes began her Ke Alahele Education Fund grant project with a goal – field a competitive robotics team. It was a building year at the Molokai K-6 charter school and this year the students were not ready to compete. The hope is that...

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Facebook Small Business Boost

Facebook’s Small Business Boost is coming to Maui! with special guest speaker, Senator Brian Schatz Through a special partnership with local business organizations, the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and Facebook invite you to join experts from Facebook’s...

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Students Show How 3D Computer Aided Design Impacts Community

King Kekaulike High School students used their developing skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to help special needs students overcome a lack of fine-motor skills to create works of art. The project was one of the highlights at the Hawaii STEM...

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Computer Gamer Takes off with STEMWorks™

A STEMworks™ internship turned out to be a launching pad for Andres “AJ” Ramelb and his pursuit of a career in computers. Putting it in the words of the King Kekaulike High School senior, Ramelb said: “When I had all this technology through my STEMworks™ program at my...

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Baldwin Senior: Robotics, STEM Education Paid Off

Baldwin High School robotics team captain Joey Albright has been accepted into six colleges with plans to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. He says his experience with robot building and the task of writing grants to fund the robotics team helped him to...

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Electric Utilities Conference Wrap-up

Energy leaders agree Hawaii can lead changes in energy landscape. Maui conference participants impressed by open and frank discussions. The buzz that came from the Maui energy conference was that the three-day conference of leading energy experts, industry leaders and...

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Akaku Granted $5,000 to Support Youth Mentoring Program

Akaku: Maui Community Television has been granted $5,000 for support of their successful Youth Broadband Education Awareness Mentoring (YBEAM) program from the MEDB Ke Alahele Education Fund ‘Building Pathways’. “We are honored to be recognized by MEDB as being...

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Maui County Conference Explores the Future of Energy

“The eyes of the nation are on Hawai‘i as a living laboratory.” At the end of March, Maui hosted a conference–”Electric Utilities: The Future Is Not What It Used To Be.” As Mayor Alan Arakawa said in his welcome address, electricity has become an important issue for...

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Maui County Conference Explores Energy Landscape Changes

Come join us for a thoughtful discussion on The Electric Utility of the Future in Maui, Hawai‘i, March 26-28, 2014. County of Maui in partnership with the Maui Economic Development Board Inc. present “Electric Utilities: The Future Is Not What It Used To Be”...

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