HIPCC Committees
The Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce accomplishes it’s work through various committees. Committees are open to all members. On this level, membership has it’s greatest input. The committees meet monthly to coordinate HIPCC related concerns. Decisions are then submitted to the Board of Directors for final approval.
| HIPCC Committee Chairs | ||
| 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | |
| Building Committee | Marlene Hapai | Marlene Hapai |
| Culture and Heritage Committee | Marlene Hapai | Marlene Hapai |
| Government Affairs Committee | Archie Hapai III | Archie Hapai III |
| Economic Development Committee | Archie Hapai III | Archie Hapai III |
| Membership & Directory Committee | Ken Ah Lo | Ken Ah Lo |
| Scholarship Committee | Billy Andrade | Billy Andrade |
| Social Committee | Marlene Hapai | Marlene Hapai |
| Newsletter Committee | Marlene Hapai | Marlene Hapai |
| Website Committee | Cheryl Ramos | Cheryl Ramos |
Building Committee
The Hawai’i Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce has established a non-profit 501(c)(3) entity for the development of the Hawai’i Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce Cultural and Education Center. Click here for more information
Portuguese Culture & Heritage Committee
Encourages and fosters the preservation of our unique and valuable Portuguese heritage for the enjoyment of everyone. It also furthers and encourages, among our members and others, an understanding of, and appreciation for, the culture, music, and arts of our forbearers.
Government Affairs and Economic Development Committees
This committee is charged with the responsibility of government affairs which may affect the Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce, and recommending a course of action to the Board of Directors.
It is also charged with the responsibility of coordinating efforts of the Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and the business community to promote a stable and healthy economy. It also encourages and furthers the development if new industries or the expansion of existing businesses on the Island of Hawaii, and promote activities which will enhance the general business climate. This is accomplished by actively lobbying and pursuing relative legislation. The committee strives to enhance the economic growth of the Big Island and State of Hawaii.
Scholarship Committee
The scholarship committee provides financial assistance by way of scholarships to individuals pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited college or university. The scholarship amount is $2000.
Click here for scholarship information, application form, and past recipients.
Newsletter, Directory & Website Committees
A major communication source which informs our members of current activities, events, and pertinent HIPCC news. Provides an online listing of officers, directors, committee chairpersons, members, and an event calendar as well as other information for HIPCC member’s use.