Dr. Colby Miyose (Ph.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst) is an Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaiʻi, Hilo in the Department of Communication, and the Second Vice Chair for the Asian Pacific American Studies Caucus and Division for the National Communication Association. He has two areas of expertise, the first being media studies and identity […]

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

For the first time, this event will include special exhibits in which attendees can experience some of the same activities our students do in the classrooms. Additional Journey events will be announced on social media channels @GeminiObservatory and @MaunakeaObs and at: https://noirlab.edu/public/education/journey-through-the-universe/.    About Journey Through the UniverseJourney Through the Universe endeavors to foster curiosity and wonder about our […]

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 […]

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The Membership Committee is responsible for developing marketing strategies to increase Chamber membership and member retention. Meetings are held on the 2nd Friday of the month at 12pm-1pm, via Zoom (dates and times subject to change). Chair: HICC Director Kapaelani Comstock, Kamehameha Schools

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 […]

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 […]

Presenter Bios and Talk Descriptions: Ron Terry, Ph.D., is principal of Geometrician Associates. Ron graduated from the University of Hawai‘i before earning a doctorate in geography from Louisiana State University. While an Assistant Professor of Geography at UH Hilo, he launched an environmental impact assessment consulting business focused on infrastructure. He has worked on more […]

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