The annual Project Weekend in January brought together sixteen aspiring leaders to work on solutions to diversify Maui’s economy. Hosted by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), Project Weekend is specifically designed for the Fellows of Ka Ipu Kukui, a year-long...
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Hawaii Energy Conference Back at the MACC
After three years of virtual streaming, the Hawaii Energy Conference (HEC) is returning to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center May 24-25, 2023 for an in-person gathering. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the conference is presented by the Maui Economic Development...
Tech Entrepreneurs hear about funding opportunities
A small group of Maui County tech entrepreneurs participated in the Maui Innovation Summit on Wednesday December 14 to hear about funding opportunities for new innovations. Presented by Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) in association with NAVSEA (Naval Seas...
Maui Innovation Summit
Maui-based tech-entrepreneurs are invited to learn about America's seed fund - SBIR/STTR program in an information session on December 14 at the Maui Research & Technology Center. This is for you if you: Are looking for R & D funding vehicles? Want to work...
2022 EMER-GEN a hit with young professionals in Space
The 5th annual EMER-GEN® Program, presented by the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) on September 25-27 at the Wailea Beach Resort-Marriott, was designed especially for young professionals and students enthusiastic about careers in space. A joint initiative of...
Replay – Opportunities for Women and Minority Small Business Owners
Women in Business Seminar explores Vendor Diversity Programs Women and minority business owners tuned in this week to hear about Vendor Diversity Programs and how they could open up opportunities for their business. DeLynne Ano, Founder and CEO of Playbook Makers, was...
Innovation leader inspires Maui TechOhana
30 entrepreneurs joined Maui TechOhana on July 27 to listen to, and be inspired by, Omar Sultan of Sultan Ventures. You can watch the replay now Watch the replay https://youtu.be/-vRCOV633TQ
Women business owners inspire in live webinar
Four women business owners shared their stories of persistence, passion, innovation and more in the fifth webinar of the Hawaii Women in Business Seminar Series. Melia Foster, Meli Wraps; Nina Hans, WeekdayStudio; Jennifer Schettewi, Pono Chocolate; and Lori Silva,...
Maui TechOhana – July 27
Leader in Innovation to speak at Maui TechOhana Omar Sultan is an investor, mentor, and community builder who believes entrepreneurship and innovation is key to shaping the world's future for the better. Maui Economic Development Board welcomes Omar as our guest...
Economic Development seeks Community Input
Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) is coordinating the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) report for Maui County, a process undertaken every five to six years. CEDS is a Federally mandated, locally-based strategic plan for regional economic...