"I Love Lahaina" raises $30,000 for West Maui Schools

EDITOR'S NOTE: While we're typically in the business of assuring the spotlight shine brightest on our family of clients, I wanted to use our blog to additionally acknowledge the hard work of our G&A team on this event. For the long hours and hard work, congratulations on a successful event for both a worthy cause and our client.

- Larry Gilbert, President Gilbert & Associates

Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii – I Love Lahaina funded by Safeway, Property Development Centers and Lahaina Cannery Mall recently raised $30,000 for the West Maui Schools.  This event was a benefit and fundraiser for King Kamehameha III School, Lahaina Intermediate School, Lahainaluna High School, Maui Preparatory Academy, Princess Nahiʻenaʻena Elementary School and Sacred Hearts School.

“It was a great two-day event and we are so grateful to Lahaina Cannery Mall, Safeway, Property Development Centers and all the sponsors and auction donors,” said Art Fillazar, Student Activities Coordinator of Lahainaluna High School.  “These funds will be of great help to our co-curricular programs.”

"We’re proud to support the West Maui Schools in helping to build a solid foundation for the youth of today and support the education of our community,” said Lynn Okamoto, General Manager of Lahaina Cannery Mall.

 

Performances by:

Nuff Sedd

Kapena

Uluwehi Guerrero

King Kamehameha III School Choir

Lahaina Intermediate Band

Lahaina Intermediate Choir

Maui Preparatory Academy “7:00am Band”

Princess Nahi‘ena‘ena ‘Ukulele Group

Sacred Hearts School Choir

Magician Holden Mowat

LCM Hula Dancers

Lahainaluna High School Jazz Band

Lahainaluna High School Concert Choir

Lahainaluna High School Hawaiiana Club

Halau Hula Kauluokala

Silent & Live Auction Items donated by Lahaina Cannery Merchants:

Banana Wind

Boss Frog's Dive & Surf

Crazy Shirts

Hawaiian Islands Creations

Jeans Warehouse

L&L / Chopsticks Express

Lulu's Lahaina Surf Club & Grill

Maui Clothing Company

Maui Showcase Properties

Maui Toy Works

Na Hoku

Safeway

Serendipity

Starbucks

Three Crowns Jewelry

And over 75 other Maui Merchants … Dinner, jewelry, hotel stays, activities, golf, merchandise and more.

Gold Sponsors:

Safeway

Property Development Centers

Lahaina Cannery Mall

Silver Sponsors:

Lulu’s Lahaina

KPOA 93.5 FM

Gilbert & Associates

Bronze Sponsors:

Lahaina News

Securitas

Mala Ocean Tavern

The Maui News

Sunshine Helicopters

Honu Seafood & Pizza

The event also featured games, face painting, food booths, pony rides and a bouncy castle.

 We would like to extend a big mahalo from Gilbert & Associates to everyone that made this event the success that it was.

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Fairmont Resorts Hawaii selects G&A as Agency of Record

Gilbert & Associates announced today that it has been selected as the advertising agency of record for Fairmont Resorts Hawai’i, representing The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui and The Fairmont Orchid, Hawai’i. Effective immediately, the Maui-based firm will helm Fairmont Resorts Hawaii's marketing efforts, working closely with the sales and marketing teams on both Hawai’i Island and Maui.

“We’re proud to represent such an esteemed brand,” said Larry Gilbert, founder and president of Gilbert & Associates. “The dedication these properties have to delivering authentically local experiences and the highest levels of luxury are unparalleled in Hawai’i, and we look forward to sharing their stories.”

Fairmont Hawaii’s Regional Director of Sales and Marketing, Shannah Milstead, went on to say: “We are thrilled about the partnership with Gilbert & Associates and are confident that their experience in representing Hawai’i-based businesses will offer a strong understanding of how to effectively market The Fairmont Kea Lani and The Fairmont Orchid to Hawai’i travelers. 

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Sweet New Logo Work

We love logo work. We get passionate about crafting icons that are functional, simple and stick in your head. We're proud to announce Gilbert & Associates' logo design was just selected by the County of Maui's Office of Economic Development for a new program (details to come). Another sweet logo project we've been working on is for The Gluten Free Bakery.

Leslie Kayser, who herself is allergic to gluten, has started her own boutique bakery which, as the name suggests, produces sweet treats that are "made with love" but completely sans gluten. Her business is young, but if you want to learn more you can reach out to Leslie "The Gluten Free Lady" at TheGFBakery@Gmail.com.

In the mean time, check out this sweet new logo and cupcake "bug" we've done. Click here to read entire post!

Welcome and Mahalo 'Ulalena

G&A is proud to announce our new partnership with Maui's renowned Maui Theatre and the long-running show 'Ulalena.

We've always had great admiration for this talented group and the unique way they share the story of the host culture through the arts. For those who long to learn about the true breadth and depth of our island home, 'Ulalena has become a quintessential cultural experience.

We're honored to have the opportunity to support their vision.

Keep your eyes on 'Ulalena in 2010. Exciting things are on the horizon. Click here to read entire post!

Welcome and Mahalo Hawaiian Carpet One

G&A is proud to announce it's been selected as the agency of record for Hawaiian Carpet One.

Not unlike Gilbert & Associates, Hawaiian Carpet One has served Hawaii for some three decades. Owner Myles Kawakami has grown the family business through the years to offer way more than simple shag.

Today the 9500 sq ft. Kahului showroom is stocked with a huge selection of floor covering, tile, marble, granite, and yes, a diverse range of carpeting. Most recently Hawaiian Carpet One began offering custom and stock cabinetry, and even bidets. Yes, bidets!

We feel fortunate to be part of the team, and look forward to telling the Hawaiian Carpet One story. Click here to read entire post!

Welcome and Mahalo Neil Pryde Maui

We're excited to welcome our newest client - Neil Pryde Maui.

If you're not already familiar with the comprehensive Kahului watersports superstore, they've been providing windsurfing gear, waterwear and island fashion for a decade.

Beach gear for kids?
Yep.

Stand-up boards? Kites? Foilboards?
Huge showroom!

Fashion by Sanuk, Quiksilver, Roxy, Billabong?
It's an island-style mecca.

They recently expanded their already spacious store at 400 Hana Highway and we're assisting with getting the word out.

Check out what they do ...

Online: Neilprydemaui.com

Twitter: @neilprydemaui

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Kahului-HI/Neil-Pryde-Maui/129733701130

Mahalo to Neil Pryde Maui for the opportunity to make a splash and tell their story - and maybe get some sweet discounts on our weekend wardrobes. (Larry needs new slippers!)

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Welcome and Mahalo Hinchcliff Drywall Construction & Supply

Just a quick "Aloha Friday" post to acknowledge our newest client, Hinchcliff Drywall & Construction Supply based out of Kona.

This company does way more than drywall. In fact, the more we learn about their services the more excited we are to help tell their story. The company is a Big Island leader in private and professional construction projects and has a slick line of stylish plaster finishes and eco-friendly technologies.

We're looking forward to assisting with their creative and helping to build their brand. Click here to read entire post!

Welcome and Mahalo Faris Lee Investments

G&A is excited to announce its new partnership with Irvine, California-based advisory and brokerage firm Faris Lee Investments.

Our agency already has the privilege of working with a handful of the firm’s Hawaii retail properties including Kauai Village and Kahana Gateway, and we look forward to further success in our new, expanded endeavors.

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