Computer Security is Topic of SBH Sunrise

Smart Business Hawaii’s (SBH) monthly Sunrise Networking Breakfast is Thursday, July 30, in the Pineapple Room, Macy’s Ala Moana, 7 – 8:30 am.

Hawaii SuperGeeks president, James Kerr will give you important information on “Protecting the Security of Your Business Computer” at this month’s Sunrise. You’ve read about computer hacking, identity crisis and things that can be done with your business computer. Come and learn how to protect the security of your computers.

Kerr is founder and Chief Geek at SuperGeeks. Originally a farm kid from Maryland, James earned a mechanical engineering degree from UCSD and then worked for Sony in Tokyo, Japan. His responsibilities at Sony included R&D planning, corporate strategy and new business development for digital still imaging. In addition to work, James enjoys family time, chess, traveling, martial arts, flying and - of course - his computers. He can be reached at www.supergeeks.net and on Twitter: supergeeks.

Last month Tom Trenz of HI Net Associates discussed “Social Marketing Tips for Your Business.” Members at SBH Sunrise enjoy a complete buffet breakfast, free exhibit area, networking, and business introductions to boost their business. The public is welcome.

Parking is free. Cost is $25 for members and their guests who pay in advance; $35 for non-members and at the door.

Call Darlyn at SBH today at 396-1724 to reserve or fill out the form.

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Businesses Support Maunalua Bay Independence Day

Despite the economic downturn, several East Bay businesses are stepping forward to support the second annual Independence Day at Maunalua Bay.

Foremost among them is Outback Steakhouse Hawaii Kai which has committed to be a Diamond Sponsor.

Diamond Sponsors contribute $10,000 or more to the community event celebrating freedom, family and friends on July 4 from 2 to 9p.m. at Maunalua Bay Beach Park. Continuous live entertainment headlined by Maunalua, free keiki ID and other keiki activities are planned throughout the afternoon with a spectacular fireworks show at 8 p.m.

Instead of just writing a check, Tyler Roukema, owner of Outback, decided to sponsor two fund-raising dinners, offering 500 tickets to each. Tickets at $15 are now on sale for the second benefit featuring a sit-down meal at Outback with a choice of three entrees plus a side and salad. Tickets can be used any time during June. For information, call Laura Buck, co-chair at 256-3553.

Another major sponsor for a second year is Pacific International Realty which gave $5,000 as a Platinum sponsor this year. Owner Melanie Long is president of the Independence Day at Maunalua Bay Foundation which sponsors the event and also chair of the 2009 celebration.

Hawaii Kai Towne Center is supporting IDMB by providing VIP parking. Several of its tenants also are participating. Roy’s Hawaii Kai, HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, East Oahu Realty and Central Pacific Bank are financial sponsors; Taco del Mar is a food vendor, and ProService Hawaii donated money for the event T-shirts. SmartBusiness Hawaii assisted board member Elizabeth Reilly with getting vendors.

Koko Marina Shopping Center and several of its tenants are lending support, too. Besides a $2,000 sponsor contribution, Koko Marina is offering parking on its upper level lot by Straub Clinic with access for shuttle buses to transport people to the event site. Off-site parking also is available at Hawaii Kai Towne Center and Kaiser High School.

The 76 gas station at Koko Marina donated 3 cents from every gallon of gas sold in June to IDMB. Other Koko Marina businesses supporting the event are First Hawaiian Bank and American Savings Bank, financial sponsors; Bubbies Ice Cream, Subway, Jamba Juice, Salad Creations, food vendors and Zippy’s which is supplying bento boxes for volunteers.

A complete list of vendors includes:

1. Kaiser High School PTSA & Alumni
2. JPG Hawaii
3. Bubbies Ice Cream
4. Kale’s Natural Foods
5. Hawaii Kai Community Church
6. Malama Maunalua
7. Taco Del Mar
8. Subway
9. East Oahu Republicans
10. Jamba Juice at Koko Marina
11. Ka Iwi - Gene Ward
12. Kamiloiki PTSA Oahna
13. Silpada Designs
14. Livable Hawaii Kai Hui
15. Haha’ione Elementary School
16. Gyotaku Restaurant
17. Pacific International Realty
18. KFC Niu Valley
19. Na ’Ono
20. Rotary Club of Hawaii Kai
21. Aloha Aina ‘O Kamilo Nui
22. Force Fitness & MonaVie
23. ProService Hawaii
24. Salad Creations
25. JN Chevrolet

SBH Appoints 3 New Sales Reps

Laura Brown, Jay McWilliams & Mylene Hinkle

Smart Business Hawaii (formerly Small Business Hawaii) announced the addition of three new membership sales associates. All are SBH members and independent contractors.

The three are:

Laura Brown of HawaiiReporter (phone 351-6301)

Mylene Hinkle of Mylene’s Wholesale Flora (phone 676-2003)

Jay McWilliams, co-founder of HawaiiReporter (phone 551-2686)

Each associate will be able to help you or a colleague with membership services, business information and special events and forums from Smart Business Hawaii. The three will also be able to offer you special membership incentives and special offers. Please call them!