Economic Development Committee Meeting
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 […]
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 […]
This energetic group 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, […]
Current Chamber Officers + Membership ChairThird Thursdays of the month at 9:30am via Zoom
Gary Suganuma is an attorney with extensive experience in litigation, government law, and regulatory compliance. He earned his J.D. from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in 1997. He also holds a B.B.A. in Marketing from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Mr. Suganuma has built a distinguished career in public service. […]
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
• Establishing good financial habits - Where to start, best practices and debt management.
• Importance of saving for the future - Why saving for retirement and having emergency savings early on is key.
• Social Security and will it be there when you retire?
UH Hilo Students - to register, please contact the Chamber Office at (808) 935-7178 or email membership@hicc.biz.
4th Thursdays at 11:30am, Zoom or in-person
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 […]
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 […]
This energetic group 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 professional development sessions and popular pau hana networking events. The Young Professionals started a […]