Read the latest editions of the Chamber’s e-Voice of Business and SOS Biz COVID-19 updates.
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Latest Editions
1/21/22: SOS Biz: Hawaii Restaurant Association Worries New COVID Rules Could Turn Away Customers
1/19/22: EVOB: 2022 Legislative Session Kicks Off our 9th Annual Chamber Week
1/14/22: SOS Biz: COVID-19 Webinar: Supreme Court Ruling on OSHA Vaccine Mandate
1/12/22: EVOB: Join Chamber 4HI Policy Committees
1/7/22: SOS Biz: Boost 4Business Campaign
1/5/22: EVOB: Lets Boost 4Business
12/22/21: EVOB: Happy Holidays!
12/22/21: Chamber Week Event Spotlight
12/15/21: EVOB: Finding the Bright Spots in 2022
12/10/21: SOS Biz: Chamber Urges Governor to Request FEMA Disaster Declaration
12/3/21: SOS Biz: Safe O‘ahu Response Plan focused to allow expanded operations
12/1/21: EVOB: 12/31 Deadline for COVID-19 Federal Small Business Loan Program Applications
11/24/21: EVOB: Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving
11/17/21: EVOB: Leverage the Power of Business & Encourage Clean Energy
11/12/21: SOS Biz: American Savings Bank Relaunches Hawaii Restaurant Card
11/10/21: EVOB: 6-Feet Restriction is Not Business as Usual
11/5/21: SOS Biz: Businesses Fear Impact of Biden’s Vaccine-or-test rules
11/3/21: EVOB: Hiring Now Virtual Job Fair on November 10th
10/29/21: SOS Biz: Join us for a Virtual Hawaii on the Hill
10/27/21: EVOB: Update on Economic Injury Disaster Loan Grant Program
10/22/21: SOS Biz: Phone calls in Hawaii won’t work unless you dial ‘808’ first
10/20/21: EVOB: Update on Plastic Disposable Food ware
10/15/21: SOS Biz: Join our next Zoom Webinar: Board of Water Supply
10/13/21: EVOB: A Year and a Half Later at the Chamber
10/6/21: EVOB: Pandemic Response & Safety Grant is Now Online
9/30/21: EVOB: The Chamber’s Annual Luncheon is this Friday!
9/24/21: SOS Biz: Survey: Input Needed to Build Hawaii’s IT Talent Pipeline & Training Programs
9/22/21: EVOB: The Chamber’s Annual Luncheon is next week!
9/17/21: SOS Biz: Survey: Doing Business During COVID
9/16/21: EVOB: Help Hawaii’s Technology Workforce by Completing the IT Workforce Needs Survey
9/10/21: SOS Biz: Get Your Vaccine! Locations Offering COVID-19 Vaccines
9/8/21: EVOB: Learn More About Safe Access Oahu & Hawaii SMART Health Card
9/3/21: SOS Biz: Help Our Local Businesses Get Back to Work
9/1/21: EVOB: Resources for Businesses as the fight against COVID-19 continues
8/27/21: Hawaii sees 1,035 new COVID cases
8/25/21: EVOB: Public Health Fund is Now Accepting Applications!
8/13/21: SOS Biz: Vaccination in the Workplace: The Why and How
8/11/21: EVOB: With recent restrictions, vaccine mandates become even more important
8/6/21: SOS Biz: Upcoming Chamber Events
8/4/21: EVOB: Hawaii2Work webinars coming soon!
7/30/21: SOS Biz: Upcoming Chamber Events
7/28/21: EVOB: Get your vaccine and let’s push forward towards economic recovery
7/23/21: SOS Biz: Chamber Events
7/21/21: EVOB: Register for the 28th Annual Employment Law Seminar on Friday, August 27!
7/16/21: SOS Biz: Workforce Shortage Challenge Survey
7/14/21: EVOB: In-Person Events are Back at the Chamber Starting October!
7/9/21: SOS Biz: Employment Law Seminar
7/7/21: EVOB: Chamber Survey: Back to Work/Recruiting Challenges
6/30/21: EVOB: As Fiscal Year 2021 Comes to a Close, Let’s Reflect on the Chamber’s Biggest Wins
6/25/21: SOS Biz: Business on the Green Golf Tournament
6/23/21: EVOB: Share Your Feedback for #4Hawaii – Ideas to Build a Stronger Hawaii
6/18/21: SOS Biz: Local high schoolers could help rebuild Hawaii’s employee shortage
6/16/21: EVOB: Join TRUE for the kick-off of Governor Ige’s Digital Economy Initiative – June 23
6/9/21: EVOB: #HIGotVaccinated, Employer + Job Seeker Resources, and More!
6/4/21: SOS Biz: As mainland destinations reopen, some question what’s holding Hawaii back
6/2/21: EVOB: U.S. Chamber Addresses Nationwide Workforce Shortage
5/28/21: SOS Biz: FocusOn: Investing in Human Capital
5/26/21: EVOB: Highlighting the Chamber’s Education and Workforce Development Efforts
5/21/21: SOS Biz: Gov. Ige Reimposes Job Hunts as a Requirement for Unemployment benefits
5/19/21: EVOB: When will in-person events return?
5/14/21: SOS Biz: We want your feedback!
5/12/21: EVOB: Chamber Survey: Return to Work and Recruiting Challenges
5/5/21: EVOB: What Bills got passed or defeated this legislative session?
4/30/21: SOS Biz: We Want Your feedback!
4/28/21: EVOB: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is Seeking Your Feedback on Events
4/23/21: SOS Biz: New Podcast from Chamber of Commerce Hawaii
4/21/21: EVOB: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Launches New Podcast
4/16/21: SOS Biz: Hawaii’s unemployment rate dips to 9.0%
4/14/21: EVOB: Mahalo to Businesses That Signed Letter to Not Revive SB 676
4/9/21: SOS Biz: Businesses: We Need Your Help Urging Legislators Not to Revive Minimum Wage Bill
3/31/21: EVOB: PPP Extension Act Signed- Deadline Now May 31, 2021
3/19/21: SOS Biz: In loving memory of Martha Smith
3/17/21: EVOB: While optimism grows, businesses continue to face devastating impacts of COVID
3/12/21: SOS Biz: Modifications to Oahu Tier 3 allows bars to reopen
3/10/21: EVOB: New survey finds record level of support for small businesses in Hawaii
3/5/21: SOS Biz: Gov. signs bill aimed at rolling back employers unemployment tax rate
3/3/21: EVOB: HB 1278 HD 1 gets signed into Act 1, providing a lifeline to many businesses
2/26/21: SOS Biz: Proposal to raise Hawaii’s minimum wage to $12 remains alive
2/24/21: EVOB: Unemployment Insurance Relief Bill (HB 1278) Expedited
2/19/21: SOS Biz: Two Asks This Weekend: Get Your Voice Heard
2/17/21: EVOB: Businesses Need to Tell Their Stories: Here’s How
2/12/21: SOS Biz: Honolulu’s mayor says Oahu to remain in Tier 2 until mid-March
2/10/21: EVOB: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s Top Priorities this Legislative Session
1/29/21: SOS Biz: Share your feedback about our e-newsletters
1/27/21: EVOB: Today, We Honor Former Hawaii County Mayor Billy Kenoi
1/22/21: SOS Biz: Oh What a Week It Was! #ChamberWeek ended today
1/20/21: EVOB: Today Marks the Opening of the 2021 Hawaii Legislative Session
1/15/21: SOS Biz: Chamber Week begins next Tuesday
1/13/21: SOS Biz: Honoring Charlie Ota, Former Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Employee
1/11/21: SOS Biz: Will you join us for Chamber Week?
1/8/21: SOS Biz: Have You Registered for Chamber Week? It’s free.
1/6/21: SOS Biz: Make Your Voice Heard by Legislators
1/4/21: SOS Biz: Blangiardi sworn in as new Honolulu mayor, announces Cabinet
2020 Archive
12/30/20: 2021: A Year That Will Definite The Future of Hawaii
12/28/20: Your Monday Business News Brief: Hawaii businesses are in peril, Chamber speaks out
12/23/20: SOS Biz: The Biggest Gift We Can Give to Each Other
12/21/20: SOS Biz: Breaking news on the budget from Congress and Hawaii
12/18/20: SOS Biz: Save these dates to spend with us in 2021
12/16/20: SOS Biz: The Plight Continues. Please Remain Vocal, Hawaii!
12/9/20: Join Us for Chamber Week 2021 Pushing Forward, Together
12/4/20: Yes. It’s Exactly Three Weeks ‘Til Christmas
11/30/20: Support Fellow Chamber Members on #GivingTuesday
11/27/20: Will you keep your money in Hawaii this weekend?
11/23/20: SOS Biz: Oahu Expands Small Business Grant Program
11/20/20: Give Thanks, Not COVID-19
11/18/20: SOS BIZ – Hawaii Restaurant Card Phase 3.0
11/16/20: E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Assistance
11/13/20: Last Chance to Order FREE PPE from the State
11/11/20: Let’s Seize This Moment – A Moment In Time That Will Define The Future of Hawaii
11/9/20: Join us at the Oahu Back to Work Virtual Job Fair!
11/6/20: Hawaii Reopens to Japanese Visitors
11/4/20: Congratulations to Our Elected Leaders
11/2/20: Hawaii Foodbank Hosts Additional Food Distribution Events
10/30/20: Free PPE: Easy as 1-2-3!
10/26/20: Mail Ballots Tomorrow to be Counted
10/21/20: SOS Biz – Hawaii Business Pivot Grant Program
10/19/20: Mayor Caldwell Announces New Quarantine Facilities in Waikiki
10/16/20: Oahu Offers Free COVID Testing This Weekend
10/14/20: SOS Biz – Restarting Tourism – “We Are Ready” Campaign
10/12/20: Farm to Food Program Announced by Mayor Caldwell
10/9/20: SOS Biz – Lt. Governor Green Calls for Clear Statewide Mask Mandate
10/6/20: SOS Biz – (Virtual) Opportunities to Make Your Voice Heard
10/5/20: SOS Biz – Governor Ige Denies Request Requiring Second Negative COVID-19 Test for Travelers
10/2/20: SOS Biz – State Launches New Call Center for Help With Jobless Claims
9/28/20: SOS Biz – UH to Offer Free Job Retraining Courses to Unemployed
9/25/20: SOS Biz – Oahu Small Business Relief & Recovery Fund Info Session on Sep 29
9/23/20: SOS Biz – One Chance To Rebuild Right
9/18/20: SOS Biz – Oahu Expands Small Business Grant Program
9/16/20: SOS Biz – Ways To Help Our Local Businesses
9/14/20: SOS Biz – Mayor Caldwell to Issue New Order Next Week
9/9/20: SOS Biz – 4 Ps for a Bolder and Brighter Path Forward for Hawaii
9/4/20: SOS Biz – State Program Offers Free PPE to Qualifying Businesses
8/31/20: SOS Biz – Governor Releases Intent to Veto List and CARES Spending Plan
8/28/20: SOS Biz – Innovation Grants for PPE Supply Chain Now Available Through HTDC
8/26/20: SOS Biz – Second Shutdown Devastating for Local Businesses
8/24/20: SOS Biz – Kauai Small Business Boost Grant Now Available
8/19/20: SOS Biz – Hawaii ChamberPAC for a Stronger and Healthier Economy
8/17/20: SOS Biz – New Restrictions Expected for Oahu This Week
8/14/20: SOS Biz – New Analysis Illustrates Continued COVID Impact on Businesses
8/12/20: SOS Biz – Rebuilding A Stronger and More Resilient Economy
8/10/20: SOS Biz – Energy Relief Program Now Available for Grants up to $25k
8/7/20: SOS Biz – Updated One-Pagers to Reflect State, Oahu Rules
8/5/20: SOS Biz – Small Business Support Hotline: 808-COC-HNOW
8/3/20: SOS Biz – Breaking Down County Emergency Rules for You
7/31/20: Saturday: Join Our SOS Biz Virtual Rally
7/27/20: SOS Biz – Japan Includes Hawaii on List Approved Travel Locations
7/24/20: SOS Biz – Preparing for Hurricane Douglas
7/22/20: Introducing Hawaii Is Hiring
7/8/20: Help the Chamber Advocate for Hawaii Businesses
7/6/20: July 6 – Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – July 9 Navigating Travel Safely Webinar
7/1/20: Bigger, Bolder & Better: Our Path Forward
6/30/20: June 30 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Contribute to Hawaii Commercial Rent Survey
6/29/20: June 29 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Ala Moana Satellite City Hall Reopens July 1
6/24/20: Chamber Applauds Announcement to Reopen Trans-Pacific Travel
6/23/20: June 23: Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – What are your PPP needs?
6/22/20: June 22: Commencing Commerce…Safely Update
6/17/20: Be Vocal, Support Local
6/15/20: June 15 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – SBA Accepting New Applications for EIDL Advance
6/12/20: June 12 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Calling for Clear Guidelines to Reopen Travel
6/10/20: Opening the Doors & Turning On Lights
6/9/20: June 9 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Hawaii State Legislature Reconvenes June 22
6/8/20: June 8 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Contact Tracer Training Program Kicks Off
6/5/20: June 5 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Restaurants Reopen For Dine-in Today
6/3/20: June 3 COVID-19 Resources- #SaveSmallBusiness
5/29/20: May 29 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Sign Our Petition to #SaveSmallBusiness
5/28/20: May 28 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – House Passes Changes to PPP
5/27/20: May 27 COVID-19 Resources- #SaveSmallBusiness
5/26/20: May 26 Commencing Commerce…Safely Update – Mayor Caldwell Proposes Additional Reopenings
5/20/20: May 20 COVID-19 Resources- Introducing One808
5/13/20: May 13 COVID-19 Resources- Commencing Commerce…Safely
5/11/20: May 11 COVID-19 Update – Tentative Agreement Reached on State Spending Bill
5/8/20: May 8 COVID-19 Update – Fed Creates New Lending Program
5/7/20: May 7 COVID-19 Update – Legislature to Reconvene May 11
5/6/20: May 6 COVID-19 Resources- Commencing Commerce…Safely
5/5/20: May 5 COVID-19 Update – Phased Reopen Begins
5/4/20: May 4 COVID-19 Update – Weigh in on Getting Hawaii Back to Work
5/1/20: May 1 COVID-19 Update – PPP Loans Not Subject to GET
4/30/20: April 30 COVID-19 Update – Updated PPP FAQ Released
4/29/20: April 29 COVID-19 Resources- Contribute to Our Economic Recovery Survey
4/28/20: April 28 COVID-19 Update – Summary of OSHA Guidance
4/27/20: April 27 COVID-19 Update – 1 in 4 Hawaii Businesses at Risk of Closing
4/24/20: April 24 COVID-19 Update – SBA to Resume PPP Loan Processing Monday
4/23/20: April 23 COVID-19 Update – Congress Passes New Funding for Small Business Loans
4/22/20: April 22 COVID-19 Resources- Contribute to Our Economic Recovery Survey
4/21/20: April 21 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/20/20: April 20 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/17/20: April 17 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/16/20: April 16 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/15/20: COVID-19 Resources for Hawaii Businesses – April 15 Update
4/14/20: April 14 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/13/20: April 13 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/10/20: April 10 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/09/20: April 9 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/08/20: April 8 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/07/20: April 7 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/06/20: April 6 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
4/03/20: April 3 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
3/27/20: March 27 COVID-19 Update for Hawaii Businesses
3/25/20: COVID-19 Resources for Hawaii Businesses – March 25 Update
3/18/20: COVID-19 Resources for Hawaii Businesses – March 18 Update
03/11/20: Vigilant Against the Virus, Confident in Commerce
02/26/20: Our Take: Raise the Minimum Wage to $13
02/19/20: Legislative Update: 100 Pieces of Testimony, 300 Bills
02/12/20: Biz Reel Update: Chamber Grant Grows Efforts to Stop Child Exploitation
02/05/20: Support the Chamber’s Bill to Require Economic Impact Statements for Proposed Mandates
01/29/20: Opportunities to Engage in Education & Workforce Development
2019 Archive
12/18/19: Business Community Steps Up to Commemorate 75th Anniversary of WWII’s End
12/11/19: Holiday Cyber Security Tips
12/04/19: Your December Biz Reel Update
11/27/19: Shop Local This Thanksgiving Weekend
11/20/19: State Releases Key Study on Paid Family Leave
11/13/19: Watch Your November Biz Reel Update
10/30/19: Oahu Businesses & Restaurants Need Your Help
10/23/19: Our Commitment to the Environment
10/16/19: How We’re Working to Improve Healthcare on Oahu
10/9/19: Chamber Convenes Roundtable with Congressman Case
10/2/19: Your October Biz Reel Update
9/25/19: Remembering Barry Taniguchi
9/18/19: Announcing Fall Communications Skills for Success Course
9/11/19: Chamber Commemorates 18th Anniversary of September 11 Attacks
9/4/19: Welcome New Chamber Team Members!
8/28/19: Your Chamber Video Update
8/21/19: Welcome New Board Members!
7/31/19: Does Your Business Have a College Internship Program?
7/24/19: MAC Tours Coast Guard Base Honolulu
7/17/19: PBN Covers Chamber Healthcare Partnership
7/10/19: Governor Ige Vetoes 18 Bills
7/3/19: Register for the 26th Annual Employment Law Seminar
6/26/19: 2019 Legislative Session Report
6/5/19: Military Affairs Council Honors Service Academy Nominees
5/22/19: Working Together to Address Homelessness
05/08/19: A Sustainable Future for Hawaii
05/01/19: Thank You to Legislators
04/24/19: Taking Action to End Homelessness
04/17/19: Chamber Lays Out Conference Priorities
04/10/19: Hawaii Businesses Take to the Capitol
04/03/19: Soft Skills Program Deadline Extended
03/27/19: Connecting Students with Career Readiness Skills
03/20/19: Chamber Hosts Manufacturing Day at the Capitol
03/13/19: Critical Minimum Wage Hearing Tomorrow
03/06/19: Support a Chamber Member on PBS Insights Thursday
02/27/19: Update on Legislation that Could Impact Your Business
02/20/19: Standing Up for Our Members on HPR
02/13/19: Howard Dean Keynotes Health Summit
02/06/19: $57,000 to Support Homeless Keiki
01/30/19: Sign Up for Legislative Action Alerts & Submit Testimony on Minimum Wage Bills
01/23/19: Unified Voice Presented at the Capitol
01/16/19: Legislature Opens in Conjunction With Chamber Week
01/09/19: Businesses Provide Solid Data for Legislative Advocacy
2018 Archive
12/26/18: Thank you for your support in 2018!
12/19/18: 2018 a Banner Year for the Chamber
12/12/18: 2019 Legislative Session and Chamber Week
12/5/18: Chamber Welcomes Businesses to New Office
11/28/18: A New Chapter – Chamber is Moving Offices!
11/14/18: Shaping the Talent Pipeline for the Future
11/07/18: Working with Stakeholders to Find Solutions
10/24/18: Be a Voice for Change
10/10/18: Addressing current and future transportation needs
10/03/18: Making an investment in keeping the cost of living affordable in Hawaii
9/19/18: What keeps you up at night?
9/12/18: Vote No for a New Tax
8/29/18: We are very fortunate
8/22/18: Hurry! Time is running out!
8/13/18: Congratulations to the following Chamber members!
8/6/18: Your Chamber of the Year is Focused on Raising the Bar!
8/1/18: Join Tuesday’s 168th Annual Membership Luncheon Program
7/25/18: Your Chamber is 2018 Chamber of the Year – A First for Hawaii!
7/18/18: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Finalist for Chamber of the Year
7/11/18: What do world-renowned athletes Roger Federer and Adam Scott have in common?
6/27/18: Help Lead the Effort to Shape Hawaii’s Future – VOTE this Election
6/20/18: Mahalo to Participants and Sponsors for Making Hawaii on the Hill a Huge Success
6/6/18: Keeping Hawaii at the Forefront on a National Level, Hawaii on the Hill is Next Week
5/23/18: Strengthening Our Relationship with Japan
5/16/18: Announcing Details for Our 168th Annual Membership Luncheon
5/9/18: How to Help Hawaii Island, Military Appreciation Month
5/2/18: Small Businesses Keep Hawaii’s Economy Thriving
4/25/18: 2018 Legislative Session is Nearing the End, Make Sure Your Voice is Heard
4/18/18: Please Consider Helping Those Affected by Recent Flooding in Kauai
4/4/18: Have You Checked Out the Chamber’s Young Professionals Program Lately?
3/28/18: Please Share Your Voice, We Need Your Testimony
3/21/18: Chamber Continues Push of 2 Bills Supporting Manufacturing Development Program
3/14/18: Update on Mandated Paid Sick and Family Leave Legislation
3/7/18: Session is at Halfway Point, Chamber Has Been the Voice of Business in Testimony
2/28/18: Study Shows Real Value of Joining Chamber
2/14/18: Chamber, on Behalf of Public Health Fund, Presents $57K Grant to Waikiki Health Center
2/7/18: Chamber Submits Testimony on 50+ Bills in Support of Business
1/24/18: Disaster Preparedness and Recovery are Critical to Business Viability and Sustainability
1/10/18: Registration Open for 5th Annual Hawaii on the Hill, June 12-13, 2018
1/3/18: Will Your Join Us at Chamber Week 2018? Let’s Be a Strong Active Business Community
2017 Archive
12/20/17: A Reflection on a Focused and Fearless 2017
12/13/17: The Chamber’s Military Affairs Council Accomplishments in 2017
12/6/17: Young Professionals’ 3rd Cohort Mentor Hawaii Program Launches!
11/29/17: Preparations for Session are Underway — Chamber Stands Ready to Advocate for Members
11/22/17: Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving!
11/15/17: Diversity is Key to Positive Business Performance
11/8/17: Increasing Access to Global Markets as a Result of Recent Travel
11/1/17: D.C. to Israel to N.Y. – Promoting Hawaii to a National and International Audience
10/18/17: Today is National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day!
9/27/17: Jump on the Bus, Manufacturing Bus Tours Oct. 3 and Oct. 6
9/20/17: Chamber Participates in World Chamber Congress: Transforming the Future of Business
9/13/17: In These Times of Crisis, Chambers Bring Together and Move Business Community Forward
9/6/17: Promoting Trade and Business Opportunities Between Hawaii and Taiwan
8/30/17: Exploring Business Opportunities Between Hawaii and Taiwan
8/23/17: Chamber Hosts Successful Meeting of Chamber of Commerce Executives
8/16/17: What do Employment Law, Cybersecurity, Golf and Outsourcing have in common?
8/9/17: Protecting Your Company from Cybersecurity Threats
8/2/17: This Year’s Chamber Mantra: Focused and Fearless for the Future
7/26/17: Chamber Role Changing in Global Environment
7/19/17: Aloha from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Annual Conference
7/12/17: Collaborative Effort Needed to Address Homelessness
7/5/17: Laulima Partnership Enables Stronger, More Representative Voice Across Islands
6/28/17: Bringing Business Community Together for Update at Annual Membership Luncheon on August 1
6/21//17: Hawaii on the Hill a Success!
6/14/17: Aloha from the 4th Annual Hawaii on the Hill in Washington D.C.!
6/7/17: Council of State Chambers Conference to be Held in Honolulu for the First Time