Glenn Furuya, the founder of Leadership Works®, brings a unique blend of Eastern heritage, Hawaiian upbringing, and Western education to his leadership philosophy. With degrees in education, Glenn's early career as a special education teacher in Hawaii taught him essential leadership skills. He later gained business experience at KTA Super Stores, contributing to its transformation […]

The social and “fun” activities of HICC are coordinated by the Social Committee, who promotes fellowship and networking among members and support member businesses. Meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of the month, 5-6pm, via Zoom (dates and times subject to change). Chair: HICC Director Vanessa Carlson, UH Hilo

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The Membership Committee is responsible for developing marketing strategies to increase Chamber membership and member retention. RSVP required. Chair: HICC Director Jase Takeya, Eclipse Effect Events

The Military Affairs Committee (MAC) assists the Board of Directors in serving as the Hawai‘i Island partner for the Military Affairs Council of the Chamber of Commerce of Hawai‘i. It works to increase awareness and knowledge of the benefits that the Pōhakuloa Training Area has on Hawai‘i Island and serves as a bridge between the […]

This committee works to enhance the general business climate on Hawai`i Island and to support a stable and healthy economy. The committee organizes informative presentations to members which focus on issues that affect businesses. Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:00pm-1:00pm via Zoom (Dates and times subject to change) Chair: HICC […]

YP Meetings are open to Chamber members and employees. This energetic committee of young professionals organizes and hosts events for our younger members and their employees. Focusing on networking events and topics relevant to the 21-45 year-old age demographic, this group looks to develop other young business leaders through their Lunch & Learn Survival Skill […]

The Finance Committee manages the financial affairs of the Chamber so that it remains stable and fiscally sound. The committee ensures that Chamber funds are well-spent and are in the members’ best interest. Additionally, the Finance Committee provides the Board with information pertaining to the financial condition and submits a report at least once a […]

Join us for a special, virtual Government Affairs Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 16, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Our featured guest speakers, Zendo Kern, Director of County of Hawai'i Planning, and Steve Pause, Director of Public Works, will provide key updates on some of HICC’s top priorities. Topics include affordable housing initiatives, ADU […]

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The social and “fun” activities of HICC are coordinated by the Social Committee, who promotes fellowship and networking among members and support member businesses. Meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of the month, 5-6pm, via Zoom (dates and times subject to change). Chair: HICC Director Vanessa Carlson, UH Hilo