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Upcoming Events

We hold quarterly membership mixer events where our members meet and network, as well as numerous charity events to benefit the community. Check out those and some of our other upcoming event below.

21

Apr

Kupuna Appreciation

  • Kaunoa Senior Center, Paia
  • 7:00 AM
Honoring Mauiʻs Kupuna Our Kupuna Appreciation event began in December 2020 as an alternative to the much anticipated Kupuna Dinner. The annual dinner event showered 400 of Mauiʻs kupuna with holiday gifts, festive entertainment, and a delicious holiday meal provided by Maui Hotel & Lodging Association members. When the world shut down and we could not gather or connect with...
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24

Apr

April 2023 Town Hall Exclusive

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
WHEN: Monday, April 24 | TIME: 12 PM - 1 PM WHERE: Online, Zoom registration required. DISCUSSION/TOPIC: Maui County FY24 Budget and Hawaii State Legislature Adjournment
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06

May

Charity Walk 2023, Maui

  • War Memorial Sports Complex
    Halia Nakoa Street, Wailuku
ABOUT THE MAUI VISITOR INDUSTRY CHARITY WALK The Visitor Industry Charity Walk is one of the hospitality industry’s way of giving back to our communities. It is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii with walks on Kaua’i, Oahu, Hawaii Island, and of course Maui Nui. Together the state raised just over $2 million in...
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Past Events

Past events that we have held in collaboration with our members!

27

Mar

March 2023 Town Hall Exclusive

  • 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
WHEN: Monday, March 27 | TIME: 12 PM - 1 PM WHERE: Online, Zoom registration required. DISCUSSION/TOPIC: HVCB Market Insights and DMAP Updates In this month's Member Exclusive Town Hall, we are joined by guest speakers
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16

Mar

Membership Mixer - SOLD OUT!

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT ! Join us for this Member exclusive networking event at sea. Hosted by Trilogy Excursions we'll embark on a stunning sunset sail, departing from Ma’alaea Harbor, and enjoy tasty appetizers and drinks! This is an MHLA Member
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27

Feb

Town Hall Exclusive

  • 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Free MHLA Member Exclusive event. Join MHLA Executive Director, Lisa Paulson, as she highlights News & Updates on Maui's visitor industry. WHEN: Monday, February 27 TIME: 12 PM - 1 PM WHERE: Online, Zoom registration required. DISCUSSION/TOPIC: Legislative Updates, Bill
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30

Jan

Town Hall Exclusive

  • 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Free MHLA Member Exclusive event. Join MHLA Executive Director, Lisa Paulson, as she highlights this year's legislative session and guides us through legislative updates and the MHLA bill watch list for Maui's visitor industry. WHEN: Monday, January 30 TIME: 12 PM - 1 PM WHERE: Online, Zoom registration
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09

Dec

2022 Holiday Na Kupuna Appreciation

  • 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Through the generosity of our MHLA Members, the Nā Kupuna event provides Maui’s senior citizens with a memorable morning of festive cheer! In partnership with Meals On Wheels, we have been given an incredible opportunity to give back to our community and provide 500 of Maui’s homebound Kupuna who rely on meal deliveries a hot Holiday meal and amazing makana (gift)
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08

Nov

2022 General Elections

  • 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Register To Vote! Cast your vote in comfort! Hawaii votes by mail. Save time and register to vote online. Visit the Office of Elections website at elections.hawaii.gov or click here: REGISTER TO VOTE Here are some important dates coming
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20

Oct

Fall Member Mixer 2022

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Fall Member Mixer and Candidate Meet & Greet Thursday, October 20, 2022 | 5:00-7:00 PM Maui Beach Hotel, Rainbow Ballroom Come join us for delicious local favorites while connecting with industry colleagues and MHLA
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21

Sep

Annual Membership Meeting & Allied Showcase

  • 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Annual Membership Meeting: We look forward to bringing our membership together again at one of our most anticipated member events. The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association Annual Membership Meeting and Allied Showcase will be held at the stunning Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort on Wednesday, September 21. This year's keynote speaker is Julie Morikawa, President of
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20

Aug

43rd Annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk, Maui County

  • 06:30 AM
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28

Jun

Candidate Meet and Greet

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Join us for an MHLA Member exclusive candidate meet and greet with state and county candidates. Mingle and connect, ask questions, and learn candidate positions on state, county, industry, and community issues. $45 per person
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24

Jun

Excellence in Education Golf Tournament

Join fellow Maui Hotel & Lodging Association members and their associates in play to help raise valuable scholarship funds for programs including: the Academy of Hospitality & Tourism High School academies, UH Maui College Hospitality and Culinary academies, and the MHLA Member Scholarship. This year’s event will host 30 four-man teams at the beautiful Kāʻanapali Royal Golf Course that
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08

Apr

Spring Nā Kupuna Appreciation

For many years, Maui Hotel Lodging Association (MHLA) had hosted an annual Nā Kupuna Dinner. Through the generosity of our MHLA Member the Nā Kupuna event provided Maui’s senior citizens with a memorable evening of live entertainment, a lavish meal, and amazing makana (gift) to take home. Due to COVID-19, MHLA had not been able to host this event since December
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24

Mar

Spring Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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23

Feb

MHLA Member Virtual Town Hall

  • 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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20

Aug

24th Excellence in Education Golf Tournament presented by Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits

Join fellow MHLA members in play and help raise valuable scholarship funds for Maui’s Academy of Hospitality & Tourism programs including: the AoHT High School academies, UH Maui College Hospitality and Culinary academies, and the MHLA Member Scholarship. This year’s event will host 25 four-man teams at the beautiful Kāʻanapali Royal Golf Course with a fun
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30

Aug

Visitor Industry Charity Walk Maui, Molokai, Lānaʻi

We are excited to announce that Charity Walk is going virtual! After a year in limbo, the statewide event is back with a 2 week walk-at-your-pace virtual experience filled with fitness, fun, enertainment, and giveaways. Event details TBA
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07

May

Visitor Industry Charity Walk Maui County Kick-Off Meeting

We are excited to announce that Charity Walk is going virtual! After a year in limbo, the statewide event is back with a 2 week walk-at-your-pace virtual experience filled with fitness, fun, enertainment, and giveaways. Now we know itʻll be much different than what weʻre use to but its still a team event - and the coveted “Slippah Awards” are still up for grabs! So register you team
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24

Sep

MHLA Membership Meeting Webinar - Part II

  • 11:00 AM
In Part II of our membership webinar series we are joined with fellow out-of-state industry leaders for a panel discussion on reopening to tourism and the challenges we face. MHLA Executive Director, Rod Antone will moderate and ask questions that have been pre-selected from you, our members. Be sure to your submit your pressing question in your registration below. Guest
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23

Sep

MHLA Membership Meeting Webinar - Part I

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
We are happy to bring to our Members a modified version of our Annual Membership Meeting through a two-part webinar series on September 23 and 24, along with special edition Allied Showcase Member-to-Member newsletters throughout that week. Our first webinar session features guest speaker none other than Lieutenant Governor Josh Green. The LG is a practicing medical doctor who has
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09

May

Charity Walk Maui 2020

  • 07:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate
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02

May

Charity Walk Lana’i 2020

  • 09:30 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate
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02

May

Charity Walk Molokai 2020

  • 07:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate
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27

Mar

2020 Academy of Hospitality & Tourism (AOHT) Student Conference

  • 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM
The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Student Conference that was scheduled for Friday, March 27 has been cancelled in light of safety and health concerns related to COVID-19 or the coronavirus.Participants, volunteers, and sponsors of the event will be contacted individually in the coming week. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
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12

Mar

Spring Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
The Dunes Maui Lani in partnership with Cafe O'Lei Restaurants
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04

Dec

Na Kupuna Dinner

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association is again proud to host the annual “Nā Kūpuna Dinner” to be held at the Kihei Community Center. This event is our industry’s way of giving-back and honoring the senior citizens of our community. Many of our guests have no family to celebrate the holidays with or are homebound. Each year, these individuals look forward to an enjoyable evening of
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21

Nov

Holiday Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
This year's annual holiday membership mixer will be held at the Class Act Restaurant at UHMC, from 5-7pm on November 21st! Please register online using the form below before November 20th at 4pm! Limit (2) two non-member invitee per MHLA member in good standing. Cancellations must be made at least one week prior to the event to receive a full refund; no shows
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10

Oct

Fall Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Our annual Fall Membership Mixer will be held at “Gannon's”, a Pacific view restaurant. Registration cost is $40 per person. Register online by filling out the form below.Registration deadline – Friday, October 4, 2019 at 4pm. Limit (2) two non-member invitee per MHLA member in good standing. Cancellations must be made by October 4th to receive a full refund; no shows will
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10

Sep

Annual Membership Meeting & Allied Trade Show

  • 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Schedule 10:00-11:00 AM Allied Trade Show 11:15 AM-1:00 PM Annual Membership Meeting Luncheon & Po`okela Awards Annual Membership Meeting This years Annual Membership Meeting will be held at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa! The cost is $65
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16

Aug

23rd Excellence in Education Golf Tournament

  • 06:30 AM
The Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament raises over $25,000 in scholarship funds distributed to Maui County high school students, UH Maui College students and eligible MHLA members and their children. DATE Friday, August 16, 2019 TIME 8:00 AM Shotgun
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08

Jul

School Supply Drive

  • 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
The drive was a success! With over 1,000 school items and an additional $500 cash donation. Donate much needed school supplies to support our Maui schools! Donation Drop-off Donations may be dropped off at the Maui
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27

Jun

Summer Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
This event is officially sold out. For any registration moving forward, members must call our offices. Maui Hotel & Lodging Association will be holding its Annual Summer Membership Mixer with Maui Tropical Plantation | Maui Chefʻs Table! Limit
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11

May

Maui Charity Walk 2019

  • 06:30 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in
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04

May

Lana’i Charity Walk 2019

  • 09:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in
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04

May

Molokai Charity Walk 2019

  • 07:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The Charity Walk is one of the largest single-day fundraising events in Hawaii. In 2018, Maui County alone raised $1,422,535. All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in
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14

Mar

Spring Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Come join us on Thursday, March 14, 2019 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for our annual Spring Membership Mixer! This years event will be held at The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Hula Building, Second Floor, Oceanfront Lanai. $40/person - includes 2 covered drinks and
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13

Dec

Holiday Mixer

  • 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Join us in celebrating the Season at MHLAʻs 2nd Annual Holiday Mixer. Mix and mingle with freinds and collegues with cocktails, pupu, and a show! Enjoy Live Hawaiian Music from the Old Lahaina Lūʻau band Na Leo Hoʻoulu and delicious pupu provided by Star Noodle, Aloha Mixed Plate, Leodaʻs Kitchen and Pie Shop, and Old Lahaina Lūʻau!
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06

Dec

Na Kupuna Dinner

  • 05:00 PM
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association is again proud to host the annual “Nā Kūpuna Dinner” to be held at the Wailuku Community Center on Thursday, December 6, 2018. This event is our industry’s way of giving-back and honoring the senior citizens of our community. Many of our guests have no family to celebrate the holidays with or are homebound. Each year, these individuals look
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06

Nov

Vote for MHLA Endorsed Candidates on November 6

  • 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Register To Vote! Did you know you can register to vote online? Save time by registering now or download the application to send in your vote by mail. Go to the Office of Elections website at: elections.hawaii.gov or click the REGISTER TO VOTE button below to get involved.
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18

Oct

Fall Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Our annual Fall Membership Mixer, sponsored by Spectrum Reach, will be held at “The Grove” at Hali’imaile General Store. Registration cost is $40 per person and includes 2 drinks and pupu. Register online by filling out the form below, or download, print and return the fillable PDF. Registration deadline – Thursday, October 11, 2018, 4pm. Limit (1) one non-member guest per
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21

Sep

RESCHEDULED! MHLA Annual Membership Meeting & Trade Show

  • 10:00 AM
RESCHEDULED DATE: Friday, September 21, 2018 (same time, same place) Maui Hotel & Lodging Association Annual Membership Meeting Location: Andaz Maui At Wailea Resort Keynote speaker: Pomaika`i Kaniaupio-Crozier, Conservation Manager of the Pu`u Kukui Watershed Preserve Times:
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17

Aug

22nd Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament

  • 07:00 AM
The 22st Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament for 2018 will be held at the Kapalua Golf, The Bay Course!The Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament raises over $25,000 in scholarship funds distributed to Maui County high school students, UH Maui College students and eligible MHLA members and their children. We're
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31

Jul

MHLA Meet the Candidates Night

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Tuesday, July 31, 2018 5pm – 7pm Grand Wailea $25 per person For last minute registration can call please call our office.
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14

Jun

Summer Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association will be holding its Annual Summer Membership Mixer with Trilogy Excursions in Ma’alaea. The Sunset Cruse will take place at Ma'alaea Harbor from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 14th, 2018. Check-in at the harbor by 4:30 pm. $40 per person, includes sunset sail, pupu and two drinks. Only 50
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12

May

Maui Charity Walk 2018

  • 06:30 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445, and in 2017, raised $1,159,053! All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the
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05

May

Lana'i Charity Walk 2018

  • 09:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445, and in 2017, raised $1,159,053! All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the
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05

May

Molokai Charity Walk 2018

  • 07:00 AM
About the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445, and in 2017, raised $1,159,053! All the funds raised went to benefit over 100 non-profit agencies! Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the
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13

Mar

Spring Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Registration is now closed. Maui Hotel & Lodging Association will be holding its Annual Spring Membership Mixer at the Lei’s Family Class Act Restaurant, University of Hawaii Maui College, Pāʻina Building, 310 W Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului, HI
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26

Jan

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Student Conference

  • 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM
On behalf of the Academy of Hospitality & Tourism (AOHT) Board of Directors, we would like to cordially invite you to participate in the 2018 AOHT Student Conference. The event takes place on Friday, January 26, 2018 from 8:30am - 1:30pm at UH Maui College’s Pilina Building (Student Lounge). The AOHT program is a part of the curriculum
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05

Dec

Annual Na Kupuna Dinner

  • Velma McWayne Santos Community Center - 395 Waena St, Wailuku, HI 96793
  • 05:00 PM
MHLA members serve 500-holiday dinners and provide over 200 door prizes for Maui’s senior citizens
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30

Nov

MHLA’s First Holiday Membership Mixer

  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Please join us at our first ever holiday membership mixer! We will be collecting monetary donations in support of the Family Life Centerʻs Annual Holiday event; providing food and fun to over 250 homeless men, women, and children.
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26

Oct

MHLA Fall Mixer

  • Maui Ocean Center - 192 Maalaea Rd. Wailuku, HI 96793
  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Registration is now CLOSED. Deadline was Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Limit (1) one non-member invitee per MHLA member in good standing. Cancellations must be made by October 20th to receive a full refund; no shows will not be refunded. For more information
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13

Sep

2017 Annual Membership Meeting

  • Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa -2605 Kaanapali Pkwy Lahaina, HI 96761
  • 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Members, come join us for the 2017 Annual Membership Meeting and Trade Show on September 13th at the Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa! Please note that registration is now closed. Allied Trade Show - SOLD OUT 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Luncheon & Po`okela Awards
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18

Aug

​21st Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament

  • Wailea Blue Golf Course & Manoli’s Pizza Company - 100 Wailea Ike Dr. Kihei, HI 96753
  • 07:00 AM
This tournament is sold out! We do have Tee Sponsorships still available though, if you are interested please call the office. The 21st Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament for 2017 will be held at the Wailea Blue Golf Course & Manoli’s Pizza Company. The Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament in 2016 raised $25,000 in
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01

Jun

MHLA Summer Mixer

  • Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in The Shops at Wailea - 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr. Kihei, HI 96753
  • 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
MHLA Summer Mixer at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Wailea will be on June 1st, 2017 at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM! $25 per attendee Registration deadline – Wednesday, May 24, 2017 Limit (1) one non-member invitee per MHLA member
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13

May

Maui Charity Walk 2017

  • War Memorial Special Events Field - Halia Nakoa St, Wailuku, HI 96793
  • 06:30 AM
The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445 benefiting over 100 non-profit agencies. Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the Visitor Industry. The organization also provides educational opportunities via the Academy of Hospitality &
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06

May

Lana`i Charity Walk 2017

  • Lana`i Fire Station Park - Fraser Avenue Lanai City, HI 96763
  • 09:30 AM
The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445 benefiting over 100 non-profit agencies. Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the Visitor Industry. The organization also provides educational
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06

May

Molokai Charity Walk 2017

  • Hotel Molokai - 300 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai, HI 96748
  • 07:00 AM
The largest single-day fundraiser in Hawaii. In 2016 Maui County raised $1,095,445 benefiting over 100 non-profit agencies. Charity Walk Maui County is run through Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA). MHLA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987 to advocate for the Visitor Industry. The organization
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02

Mar

MHLA Spring Membership Mixer

  • Leis Family Class Act Restaurant at UHMC
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