President’s MessageAloha members—Wow! is all I can say about the terrific turnout at the 10th annual Windward Ho‘olaule‘a on Oct. 2. We are still tallying the results of the event! I think it was our best and biggest ever. Thanks to all who participated from KBG and Windward Community College. Ho‘olaule‘a Steering Committe Chair Herb Lee and I are overwhelmed by the support and aloha from the community. The KBG

Trade Show was a huge success, so much so, that our membership has grown by 17 new members. Thank you Laurie Rodriguez and Mike Moser! Thanks also go to Kaneohe Rotary for helping us to advertise the event on KITV and KGMB. I just want to bask in the spirit of the event’s theme “moving forward with one heart”

KBG Membership Meeting October 27, 2010 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. RSVP– Jo Brooks at 262-3130, by Monday, Oct. 25

“The Value of Hawaii” with Craig Howes and Neal MilnerCraig Howes, co-editor of “The Value of Hawaii,” and political analyst Neal Milner will speak at the next Kaneohe Business Group general meeting on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pohai Nani Retirement Community.

“The Value of Hawaii: Knowing the Past, Shaping the Future” is a collection of 28 essays on a wide range of issues – from the economy and education to healthcare and government. At a time when new leaders will be elected and new solutions need to be found, Craig and Neal will share their insights about how we can meet the challenges of the future.

Craig Howes is the director of the Center for Biographical Research and a professor of English at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. In 2005, he received the Hung Wo and Elizabeth Lau Ching Foundation Award for Faculty Service to the Community.

Neal Milner is professor of political science at the University of Hawaii atManoa. He is also a political analyst who offers commentary during election season. He also headed the UH Manoa Ombuds Office from 2006 until the office was shut down in 2009.

The KBG general meeting is open to members of the public and guests, with a $15 fee for lunch (members are free). Deadline for reservations is Monday, October 25 and can be made by calling Jo Brooks at 262-3130.

Visit us online at kaneohebusinessgroup.com

Upcoming Events:October 27 11:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m.KBG General Membership MeetingSpeakers Craig Howes and Neal Milner, co-editor and contributor to “The Value of Hawaii”

November 10 noon –1:30 p.m.KBG Board of Directors meeting

November 19 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.Sushi Social (see announcement)Jo Brooks’ home, Alii Shores, KaneoheRSVP 236-4263, Linda Kuklinsky(Sushi Social takes the place of November’s Membership Meeting.)

December 8 11:30 –1:30 p.m.KBG Board of Directors meeting and appreciation lunch. NOTE: No Membership Meeting in December. Have a happy holiday! Become a member Invite a friend or associate to join! KBG membership brochures and applications are now available to download from our website. Or, call Membership Chair Jo Brooks at 262-3130 or e-mail her at jobrooks@cbpacific.com.

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Member Application

I am a _____ New member ____ Renewing member

Please fill in all the blanks (print). This information will be printed in the annual membership directory and Web site:

NAME ___________________________________________________ TITLE ____________________________________________

BUSINESS NAME _____________________________________________________________________________________________

BUSINESS ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________________________

BUSINESS PHONE______________________________ CELL (optional)____________________ FAX:________________________

I WAS REFERRED BY _________________________________________ My birthday is (month, day only) ______________________

I hereby consent to receive notices for general membership and board meetings, newsletters, and other

notices and information that may be sent from our membership at:

E-MAIL ADDRESS ____________________________________________________

PLEASE DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS in 25 words or less.

Your description will be included in the annual membership directory and Web site. (More than 25 words will be subject to editing.)

I am willing to offer a discount of _____% to fellow KBG members, OR (other offer) __________________

MEMBERSHIP DUES and optional donations:

$120 dues are for period of July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010, or $60 after Jan. 1 $120.00 / $60 (circle one)

Official KBG Polo Shirt (optional) ___ S ___ M ___ L ___ XL $18 _______

Donation to KBG (optional) ___$25 ___ $50 ___ $100 ___ other _______

*WCC Scholarship Fund (optional) ___$25 ___ $50 ___ $100 ___ other _______

**Windward Hoolaulea (optional) ___$25 ___ $50 ___ $100 ___ other _______

***Student Associate Fund (optional) ___ $5 ___ $10 ___ $25 ___ other _______

Total amount enclosed $_______

*Kaneohe Business Group offers scholarships to Windward Community College students majoring in Business.

**The Windward Ho‘olaule‘a is co-sponsored by KBG and WCC to promote local businesses and higher education.

***The Student Associate Fund helps to pay for WCC students’ business meeting lunches to get them involved

in the business group as future members. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: Kaneohe Business Group

Mail to: P.O. Box 927, Kaneohe, HI 96744.

Get connected. Please check committees you wish to be active in:

_____Monthly speakers _____Benefits _____ Community Affairs (includes strategic planning)

_____Windward Ho‘olaule‘a _____ Legislative _____ Membership _____Military Liaison

_____Newsletter or Web _____Public Relations _____Social events _____Business survey _____ Other

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Friday, Nov. 19, 20105:30 – 9:30 p.m.Jo Brooks’ home in Ali‘i Shores46-244 Kapea St., KaneoheBYOB; Members free, guests $20

RSVP by Nov. 12Linda Kuklinsky, 236-4263Send your “guest” check to Kaneohe Business GroupP.O. Box 927Kaneohe, HI 96744

ushi Social

Sushi bar with Master Sushi Chef, friends, fun and laughter.

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KBG Membership NewsPlease welcome our newest members who also participated in the 2010 Windward Ho‘olaule‘a. Look for new member profiles coming soon in our newsletter and on our website.

New members

Channon Anderson Ross Kutsunai, Alternate Energy, Inc.

Frederick Brooks, Pacific Panel Cleaners

Shelly Caldeira, Mila by Lifemax

Michael Chang, Hawaii Energy

Chris Debone, Hawaii Energy Connection

Laurie Fernie, Muu Muu Heaven

Donna Festa, Hawaiian Monk Seal Response Team Oahu

Keoni Ford, DIBS Hawaii

Wainani (Nani) Gomes, Kyani Nani & Friends

Mark Heilbron, Solar Services Hawaii

Amanda Ito, New York Life Insurance

Lisa Kanzic, Blackbox Cosmetics

Sidney Lagaret, The Plumbing Contractors and Solar Professionals

Laura Poirier, Sunetric

Cathy Possedi, Hawaii Real Estate Online

Ken Sheeks, Hawaii Skylights and Solar Fans

KK Wheeler, Down To Earth

as we begin planning for next year’s Ho‘olaule‘a. Already? Yes! We are so fortunate to have community partners like the 5R’s 96744 and our sponsors to work with. If you see members of these groups in your travels, please tell them how much we appreciate their participa-tion in this great event. Aloha, prez Bonnie

hReminderNo Membership Meeting in November and December. Come to the Sushi Social instead!

Windward Ho‘olaule‘a 2010Here’s a sampling of just some of the activities of the day.

Holomua Me Kahi Pu‘uwai. Moving forward with one heart.

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Kaneohe Business GroupOfficers

PRESIDENTBonnie BeatsonWindward Community College

PRESIDENT-ELECTNed BuschMediation Hawaii

VICE PRESIDENTMatt ClaybaughMarimed Foundation

VICE PRESIDENTDr. Bernard “Chip” AbbadessaKaneohe Family Chiropractic

SECRETARY Mary Renfer Law Office of Mary A. Renfer, Esq.

TREASURERLinda KuklinskyL&M Consultants

PAST PRESIDENTLibby YoungWindward Community College

Board of DirectorsDavid Bello, Certified Financial Planner

Kyle Brockett, Bank of Hawaii

Jo Brooks, CRB, CRS and GRI, Coldwell Banker Pacific

Sandy Kurosaki, Coldwell Banker Pacific

Herb Lee, Pacific American Foundation

May Nishijima, First Hawaiian Bank

Jan-Peter Preis, Preis and Associates Architects

Cynthia Okazaki, Kaneohe Community Family Center

Laurie Rodriguez, Little People Hawaii

Interim Newsletter EditorBonnie BeatsonEmail: beatson@hawaii.edu

Mailing AddressKaneohe Business GroupP.O. Box 927Kaneohe, HI 96744

MissionOur objective is to inspire in our members a sense of individual civic responsibility and active interest in community affairs; to promote the commerce and industry of Kaneohe and disseminate business information; to attract and interest visitors; and to advertise and promote the welfare of Kaneohe.

Mahalo Marimed Foundation!Pau hana mixer offers KBG members chance to share

On Monday, Oct. 4., Marimed Foundation sponsored the second annual KBG Pau Hana Mixer on the Makani Olu. We sailed around Coconut Island and Kaneohe Bay, working the sails and enjoying the warm breezes and island view. Thank you to Matt Claybaugh and Steve Keller, and the Marimed crew for a great time, and to Jo Brooks for sponsoring our after-sail gathering at the Kaneohe Yacht Club and to Ned Busch and Jahn-Peter Preis for organizing the event.

Merchants Launch Bag Promo

By Chris Fleck

Reprinted from Midweek Windward Islander, Oct. 6, 2010

Soon shoppers will be able to tote around their support for Windward businesses everywhere they go.

Created by Kailua Chamber of Commerce and the Kaneohe Business Group, the “I LOVE WINDWARD -Shop Where You Love” campaign could generate thousands of dollars for both merchants and shoppers while raising awareness about local stores, supporters said.

Participating stores will sell the sturdy, reusable, 100 percent cotton bags with an “I Love Windward.com” design on the outside and cards with promotional offers on the inside for a retail price of $9.99.

KCOC and KBG member Laurie Rodriguez said the plan has been in the works for a year, prompted by the question from both groups: “What are we really doing to help our small businesses?” This inaugural partnership is “an overall benefit of our entire Windward business community,” she noted.

The first 2,000 bags will go on sale November 1. Business participation is free; the only requirement is to provide promotional offers for shoppers.Interested businesses and shoppers may sign up or order bags online at iLoveWindward.com.

So how does “I LOVE WINDWARD.com - Shop Where You Love” work?1. Purchase a sturdy, reusable, 100% cotton canvas bag with an “I Love

Windward.com” design on the outside and membership card for just $9.99 at participating merchants and various non-profit fund raisers.

2. Look for the great promotional offers at www.ILoveWindward.com. (as we grow - so will these offers!)

3. Go Shopping and SAVE!

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Look for this ad link on the KBG website and get in on the campaign.

Here’s how to submit your special offer:Go to ILoveWindward.com.Click on SUBMIT LISTING, register for your free account, then make a special offer exclusive to this campaign ($5 min. value) and enter it in the space provided. Don’t forget to upload a photo of your product or service.

For more information about the ILoveWindward.com program, contact Laurie Rodriguez at 372-9525.

ILoveWindward.com is seeking energetic helpers to promote bag sales and encourage businesses to submit their special offers. Contact Laurie at 372-9525 if you’re interested in helping to promote this worthwhile program.

“This is an historical event where both the Kaneohe Business Group and Kailua Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to help our local businesses.”

–Bonnie Beatson, Kaneohe Business Group President

Bags will be arriving this week for the Nov. 1 campaign kick-off.