C A L E N D A R S

Business

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WEDNESDAY:

Luncheon: The Building Owners and Managers Association, Hawaii chapter, hosts a luncheon seminar as part of its five-day sustainability summit. Chief Executive Officer George Benda of the Molokai-headquartered Chelsea Group will show how to manage a sustainability program to improve building performance, enhance tenant relations and maximize return on investment. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Ali'i Place, ground floor lobby, Diamond Head Suite. Call 847-1043 for information and complete schedule.

Workshop: The U.S. Small Business Administration hosts an entrepreneurial workshop for military and veterans on Maui. Learn about SBA 8(a) government contracting opportunities, training and assistance for small businesses owned by veterans and service disabled veterans. Represen- tatives from SBA and the Hawaii Small Business Development Center Network will be available to discuss business opportunities for veterans with startup or existing businesses. 9-11 a.m. at the Maui Chamber of Commerce, 313 Ano St., Kahului. Call David Brown at 541-2990 ext. 215 or e-mail david.brown@sba.gov. Register online at sba.gov/hi.

THURSDAY:

Workshop: The Hawaii Women's Business Center presents a free small-business resource workshop for aspiring and existing business owners. Learn about SBA initiatives that will assist you in achieving your business objectives in a friendly and informal environment. 2-4 p.m. at HWBC, 1041 Nuuanu Avenue, Ste. A. Advance registration required. Call 526-1001 or visit hwbc.org.

Consultation: The U.S. Small Business Administration resource day, featuring free half-hour consultations to address the specific needs and interests of existing business owners, startup firms and prospective entrepreneurs. Learn about SBA financing programs, counseling, training and technical assistance, government contracting assistance and certifications. Sessions are confidential, no obligations to businesses. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Pacific Bank, Kailua-Kona branch, 75-1010 Henry St. Appointments recommended. Call Mary Dale at 541-2990 ext. 211 or e-mail mary.dale@ sba.gov. Register online at sba.gov/hi.

THURSDAY, FRIDAY:

Conference: The Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association hosts a two-day conference at the Hawai'i Convention Center for those interested in learning about Hawaiian culture and its value to the community and the tourism industry. The goal of the conference is to develop a tourism plan to increase development of jobs, collaboration and partnerships between Hawaiian businesses and community, and improved natural resource management. Call 628-6370 or visit nahha.com to register.

FRIDAY:

Conference: The fifth annual 2008 Technology and Internet Expo on Maui, co-sponsored by Oceanic Timer Warner Business Class and the Maui Chamber of Commerce. Technology professionals across Hawaii will showcase the latest advancements in products, services and innovations through exhibits, seminars and presentations by leading technology companies. Noon to 5 p.m. at the Maui Beach Hotel, 170 Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului. Register online at technologynewsbytes.com.

SATURDAY:

Fair: "Learn the Basics of Starting or Expanding Your Business," a free small-business fair sponsored by the City & County of Honolulu, First Hawaiian Bank and the Chaminade University School of Business and Hogan Entrepreneurial Program. The fair will provide information and resources for startup and existing business owners, and feature exhibitors including the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Better Business Bureau, the Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii and more. 8:30 a.m. to noon at Chaminade University Ching Center, Eiben Hall. Registration required. Call 487-0205, 487-0202, 487-0224 or e-mail nmasuno@fhb.com.

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