SBH Sunrise Slated for November 17
The Shimabukuro family, Sept. 16 at the SBH awards banquet
Phyllis Shimabukuro and sister Lois, family small business owners (Mikilua Poultry Farm, Inc., Island Fresh eggs) and community leaders, will speak on “Buying Local and the Challenges to Hawaii Agricultural Products” at the next SBH Sunrise Networking Breakfast forum, Thursday, November 17, 7 – 8:30 am at the Pineapple Room in Ala Moana Macy’s.
This is the final Sunrise for 2011. It is held a week earlier than the usual last Thursday of the month because of Thanksgiving.
Phyllis, was one of three honorees cited on September 16 by the Small Business Hawaii Entrepreneurial Education Foundation as a “Successful Business All Star.” She will discuss the family business and new product technology while sister Lois will detail the marketing of local agricultural products.
The public is welcome to the SBH Sunrise. Advance reservations are required. SBH members and their guests pay $25 (in advance) for networking, the program, a complete buffet breakfast and free parking.
Participants are all introduced and may bring promotional materials. The cost is $35 at the door if space is available.
Marissa Capelouto of Oahu Express, Ltd. spoke at the October SBH Sunrise Networking Breakfast. She discussed “Shipping Costs’ Impact on Your Business.”
Call Darlyn at SBH 396-1724 for reservations or mail the reservations form on page 11 (PDF). You may also register online: http://smartbusinesshawaii.com/index.php/events/rsvp.