Economic
Development
This committee develops and implements a plan
of action to assist and encourage in the development
and retention of new businesses and industries:
and to promote activities to create a stable
and healthy economy.
Chair: Paula Helfrich
Economic
Development Alliance of Hawaii
Government Affairs
This committee promotes a liaison with government
and elected officials to present our Chamber's
position on issues and interests. Arranges and
attends summary meetings at the close of the
legislative session with Big Island Senators
and Representatives.
Chair: Eugene Nishimura
Hawaii National Bank
Political Action
Evaluates candidates for political offices.
Allocates funds to support endorsed candidates
for state and county offices.
Chair: Roland Higashi
Creative
Arts Hawaii
Social and Cultural
Coordinates social and cultural activities to
encourage fellowship among our members; General
Membership meetings, Goji-Kara activities and
the Annual Installation Banquet.
Chair 1: Brian Tanimoto
Tanimoto Gallery & Framing
Chair 2: Janice Koya
Jan Things
Chair 3: Rose Sakane-Elarco
American Savings Bank
Education
The Education Committee supports the Department
of Education, Hawaii Community College and University
of Hawaii at Hilo; plans and appropriates a
variety of educational committees.
Chair: Seth Murashige
Innovative Employment Services
Membership
This committee broadens the membership base;
encourages member participation in all aspects
of our organization; and oversees the Dues structure.
Chair 1: Barry Mizuno
BTM, LLC
Chair 2: Tommy Goya
Public Relations
Chair: Barbara Hastings
Hastings and Pleadwell
