Aloha Maui Episode 11 - Renewed Purpose: Maui’s Small Businesses Forge New Paths Forward Post Fires

In this episode of Aloha Maui, we share inspiring stories from Maui’s resilient small business community as they navigate recovery following the 2023 fires. Join us as we talk with local business leaders from Sparky’s Food Company, Waiwaolani, Maui Crisps, and Maui Chili Chili Oil, as well as the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, who provided invaluable support through partnerships and grants. Listen to how these businesses not only sustained their operations but also contributed to community healing, fostering innovative pathways for Maui’s economic resilience and future growth.

Guests: Tonga Hopoi, Natasha Sparks, Rose Aiwohi, Beth Apo, Kit Furukawa

Credits:

Brought to you by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation

Hosted by:
Alaka‘i Paleka

Produced by:
Karey Kapoi, Karey Kapoi, LLC
Adrian Kamali‘i, The Island Agency
Amy Kalili, PilinaFirst

Directed by:
Nā‘ālehu Anthony, PilinaFirst

Engineer:
Bryson Hoe, ‘ŌiwiTV

Photographer:
Geoffrey Lee, ‘ŌiwiTV

Production Assistants:
Teilana Akre, Karey Kapoi, LLC
Isaiah Souza, Karey Kapoi, LLC

Set Design and Graphics by:
Saedene Ota, Sae Design Group

Hair & Make-up by:
Ry-n Shimabuku

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