Chamber of Commerce Hawaii

Happy Aloha Friday as we remember the friends who brought so much aloha to Hawaii on the Hill last week. Mahalo to The Orchid Lei Company for traveling with us and bringing Hawaii to Capitol Hill.

Last week we took a deep dive into the world of manufacturing at the three-story microbrewery Blue Jacket Brewery after touring the labs of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The agency is devoted to U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life.

Our second annual Kamaʻāina Career Connect in D.C. was held last week. Washington residents with ties to Hawaii were hosted to an evening of fun, food and networking. Recruiters traveled with us to Washington to showcase jobs that can bring former Hawaii residents home to the islands with exciting career opportunities. Mahalo to Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, PacMar Technologies, CoralMED, Oceanit, The Orchid Lei Company, Hawaii Gas, Hawaiian Telcom, HMSA, IEM, Tidal Basin, State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and so many more.

Know anyone interested in working at Amazon’s new Sand Island facility that will open later this summer? Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in collaboration with our partners at DLIR and the American Job Centers, are pleased to be hosting two Amazon Virtual Information Sessions next week where you will have a chance to hear directly from Amazon about the open positions and get all your questions answered about the job, pay, schedules, benefits including their Career Choice upskilling program, and more. Link for Monday, July 1st: bit.ly/DHI2_Launch1 Link for Tuesday, July 2nd: bit.ly/DHI2_Launch2

We’re expanding our team to include a Director of Communications to manage, plan, organize and execute our communications, marketing and business advocacy efforts. If you’re a multi-tasking, creative, problem-solving go-getter, we want to hear from you. Help us spread the word. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpNRkSCP

It’s World Oceans Month and we proudly salute local businesses at sea - especially this long-standing and loyal friend of the Chamber. Family-owned and local, Pacific Marine & Supply Company and its ohana of companies included us as part of their 80th birthday celebration this year - serving as presenting sponsor of Hawaii on the Hill. “We have participated in this great event since its inception. In conjunction with our 80th Anniversary this year, we are pleased to support Hawaii on the Hill as a presenting sponsor and showcase Hawaii’s strength in cutting-edge technology, research, and ship repair.” - Ken Loui, CEO of Pacific Marine & Supply Company and its subsidiaries, PacMar Technologies and Pacific Shipyards International

Join the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii and Torkildson Katz, A Law Corporation for the 31st Annual Employment Law Seminar on August 23 at Hilton Hawaiian Village. Register today for early bird pricing and save $25!

Get the early bird rate for the 31st Annual Employment Law Seminar on August 23 on Oahu. The ever-evolving and dynamic landscape of employment law is rapidly shifting and critical to your success and future. Don't miss this full-day packed with presentations from Torkildson Katz, A Law Corporation on the most pressing legal issues including: - Reducing Legal Risks: Equal Pay, Discrimination & Retaliation Guidelines - Legislative Update & Regulatory Rundown - How to Conduct Employee Investigations & Harassment Investigations - Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Accommodations - Tax Labor Laws & Out-Of-State Remote Workers Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gg8dZBQD

Join us on Thursday, June 27 for speed networking at Hard Rock Cafe. The fun starts at 5 PM with a slider flight from the 2024 Hard Rock World Burger Tour, vote for your favorite, and win prizes. Network, share your elevator pitch, and taste delicious burgers. Register: https://lnkd.in/gCAweCmW

On this national holiday of Juneteenth, we are reminded of our values and commitment to equity and equality for all. Mahalo to all of our members for their efforts year round to uplift their employees and our communities.