The Citizen Initiative Bill, Senate Bill 2754, would allow voters to decide whether to amend the state Constitution. Many other states already have such an initiative process which can transfer some measure of legislative power back to the people. Senators Laura Thielen and Russell Ruderman share their expereince championing the Citizen Initiative Bill pending in […]
Hawaii’s Real Estate Diva Tells All – Stephany Sofos
Hawaii’s Real Estate Diva, Stephany Sofos, shares her knowledge of what it takes to stay on top of the competitive real estate market here in Hawaii. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time […]
Hawaii Fashion Month 2015 – Melissa White and Toby Portner
On November 4th during Hawaii Fashion Month, THE MODERN HONOLULU’s Study Hall Lecture Series will showcase AHOLA, a community collection inspired by Hawaii’s history, nature, culture, and diverse population. Residents and visitors are invited to view the collection, meet the designers and discuss issues shaping Hawaii’s present and future. Worn by a multi-ethnic group of […]
KCC Paralegal Program – Bob LeClair and Susan Jaworowski
The KCC Paralegal program, started by Bob LeClair and Leigh Wai Doo in 1975, has graduated hundreds of paralegal students who have worked for numerous law firms, large and small, across the state. The fundraiser will include presentations by Bob LeClair, the founding program director, and Dr. Susan Jaworowski, who has continued to build on […]
Captains of Industry Need Jobs in Hawaii, Too – Mitch D’Olier
What is the job market like these days? Is it as robust as we need it to be? Which sectors are strong, and which ones are weak? What are the political considerations of doing this, and what are the economic implications of getting it done? Mitch will share his insights on what can we do […]
Finding Yourself in the Language with Tyler McMahon
In McMahon’s debut novel, punk rock refugee Laura Loss narrates the whirlwind rise and fall of the Mistakes, a Seattle band that emerged from the early ’90s grunge. Tyler also shares his newest novel, Kilometer 99, about Malia: a surfer and aspiring engineer. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm […]
PBCs, Boat Patrol and Railing About Rail – Carroll Cox
Carroll and Jay discuss the PCBs in the Maile area, Mayor Caldwell’s representations about Ocean Safety, and HART Chairman of the Board Don Horner’s departure. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time for […]
Can Tourism Sustain Hawaii?
Hawaii is projecting its first 9 million visitor year in 2017. What does this mean for the tourism industry? Dr. Jerry Agrusa is a professor of Travel Industry Management at Hawaii Pacific University, and Dr. Frank Haas is the principal of Marketing Management, Inc. Jerry Agrusa and Frank Haas visit Community Matters with Jay Fidell […]
A Closer Look – Connecting the Dots with Maryann Sasaki
Community-Minded Attorney Maryann Sasaki joins Jay Fidell to discuss the Hawaii’s infrastructure, the U.S. economy, gentrification, politics, medical marijuana and more. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time for great content and great […]
DVAC: The Art of Peace
The DVAC is celebrating 25 years of continuous success! DVAC,dedicated to alleviating the problem of domestic abuse in Hawaii, celebrates its 25th year of servant leadership to the community. This year’s theme is “The Art of Peace” highlighting expressions of hope and healing through various art forms at special events. Host Jay Fidell learned more […]