7 New Members and Member News

At Able Freight, we specialize in handling time- and temperature-sensitive shipments, ensuring your cargo arrives fresh and on time. Our team brings decades of experience, advanced technology, and a commitment to excellence in logistics that we’d be thrilled to extend to you. Whether you’re shipping perishable goods, specialized commodities, or have unique logistics needs, we’re here to provide solutions tailored to your business.

Big Island Moonbow Farms is a small-scale beekeeping venture located on Hawai’i Island. Inspired by the plight of the honeybee in Hawai’i and worldwide, we have been caring for honeybees in an organic fashion since 2011.

While our primary focus is the health and well being of our bees, our diverse apiary locations allow us to capture several of the unique nectar sources our island has to offer. With immense passion, and the combined efforts of our family and our bees, we are pleased to provide Wai Meli, an array of small harvest, artisanal, raw honeys.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading financial services firm based in the United States of America (“U.S.”), with operations worldwide. JPMorgan Chase had $4.1 trillion in assets and $341 billion in stockholders’ equity as of June 30, 2024. The Firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers and small businesses, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. Under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands, the Firm serves millions of customers in the U.S., and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients globally. Information about JPMorgan Chase & Co. is available at www.jpmorganchase.com

Olomana Loomis ISC has been helping small businesses and large corporations grow since 1996. As an award-winning agency, we specialize in sales-driven marketing, data-centric marketing solutions and eye-catching creative that drive tangible results. We are uniquely positioned to help local business expand globally through our exclusive network of providers in APAC, Europe and North America. By focusing on storytelling and innovative strategies, we help elevate your brand, increase market share, and build lasting customer loyalty in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Olomana Loomis is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and a member in good standing of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii.

Puna Plantation Hawaii Ltd., the parent company of KTA Super Stores recently finalized the purchase of K. Takata Store. The North Kohala business will retain the name and brand K. Takata Store for continuity. For those familiar with the two family owned business the sale is a logical and positive next step now that the current owners Rayton and Jerry Takata are ready to retire. Both K. Takata and KTA Super Stores are independent grocers that have been serving their communities on the Big Island for over a century, both are HFIA Members, and since 2010 KTA has been sharing shipping container space with K. Takata Store. Toby Taniguchi, President and CEO, KTA Super Stores said of the sale, “It’s an honor for us to carry forward the Takatas’ legacy of service and commitment to their community.”

“We are proud to unveil our beautiful new Kahului Branch, which stands as a testament to our commitment to the Maui community,” said Central Pacific Bank Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Arnold Martines. “This state-of-the-art, multimillion-dollar facility represents a significant investment in the island. Our vision was to create a building that offered a sense of place, was environmentally sensitive, while providing functionality and convenience for our customers. I am confident our new branch will be a valuable asset for the community for many years to come.”

This nearly 10,000-square-foot, two-story branch offers a full range of financial services, from personal and business banking to residential, wealth, and investment support. The branch also introduces Tidepools, a modern lobby with a wi-fi connected conference room, available to the public for community and business meetings. For added convenience, the branch offers a 24-hour drive-thru ATM and a variety of essential services, including currency exchange, notary, and more.

The new branch also bosts sustainability features including a photovoltaic system, storm water retention capabilities and ecofriendly and recycled interior finishes. The parking lot will funnel additional storm water to landscaped areas. In the event of a power outage the building can be powered by a backup generator, and it is equipped with a backup satellite system to help maintain continuity of critical operations during extended outages.

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