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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) presents the annual focus luncheon with Gov. David Ige at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 8 at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay. Sponsored by Bank of Hawaii and Hawaii Water Service Company, Ige will make his inaugural visit as governor to West Hawaii to […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) announces Hawaii native Kirstin Kahaloa will serve as the organization’s new executive director effective April 20. Kahaloa comes to the Big Isle from St. Louis, Missouri, where she most recently served as director of international admissions at Maryville University. “We are fortunate to have found in Kirstin […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will hold its 10th annual Building & Design Expo Feb. 6-8 at the Keauhou Convention Center at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa. Friday evening the expo is open to the public 5-8 p.m. and includes a musical performance by Randy Ressler. Saturday expo hours are from […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vivian Landrum has announced her resignation effective late this year. Under her executive leadership over the past 9 years, the Kona-Kohala Chamber has achieved greater success in serving the businesses and communities of West Hawaii. An executive search is underway for the organization that represents over […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Elections for many of Hawaii’s federal, state and county offices will take place this year, including a Special Election for the office of one of Hawaii’s U.S. Senators. The Primary Election is Saturday, Aug. 9 and the General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Some of the races may be decided in the Primary […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) hosts Gov. Neil Abercrombie at its 2014 Focus Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26 at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. Sponsored by Parker Ranch Center and Bank of Hawaii, the annual two-hour luncheon offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the governor on […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona Kohala Chamber of Commerce presented its prestigious Visitor Industry Marketing Award to Greenwell Farms at the Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon on Friday, June 28. The Kona Kohala Chamber’s Visitor Industry Marketing Award recognized Greenwell Farms for its commitment to ag tourism that engages visitors with an authentic Kona coffee […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Kohala Zipline has been recognized by the Kona Kohala Chamber of Commerce with a Pualu Award for Business Innovation. The award recognizes Kohala Zipline for its commitment to product development, safety, and customer service. From course design to ongoing industry-leading expert consultations, Kohala Zipline has set a high standard for zipline design and […]

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MEDIA RELEASE World-renowned, record-setting mountaineer and professional motivational speaker Gary Guller is the guest speaker for the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce installation banquet. The community is invited to celebrate the installation of its 2012-13 officers and directors 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday, June 28 at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. Also on tap is presentation of KKCC’s […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Sustainable Hawaii Youth Leadership Initiative’s Job Shadow Day 2013 Awards Ceremony in partnership with The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Sust’AINAbility Committee Feb. 22 was an important day for SHYLI’s youth leaders. “We were all given the wonderful opportunity to attend Job Shadow Days molded to our future aspirations,” said Kohala youth leader Kynan […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Hear what Mayor Billy Kenoi and his cabinet have to say on the county’s economy and outlook for 2013 at a Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Focus Luncheon. Sponsored by Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union, the event is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. Reservations, which […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend the annual focus luncheon with Gov. Neil Abercrombie, sponsored by Bank of Hawaii, H.M.A.A. and Parker Ranch Center. The lunch is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27 at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. Abercrombie will speak on issues of importance to […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Protect your business with the latest information on workplace law at the 2012 Hawaii Employment Law Seminar. Presented by the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC), the 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. seminar is Tuesday, Oct. 16 at the Keauhou Beach Resort. This annual event has become the “must attend” for anyone with responsibility for managing […]

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MEDIA RELEASE A moderated candidate forum is set for 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8 at Kealakehe High School cafeteria featuring two sets of candidates. The candidates for County Council for District 6, Volcano through South Kona, are Maile David and incumbent Brenda Ford. The candidates for County Council for District 9, Waikoloa through Kohala, are […]

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