GMM

HBR GMM 2023 Mele for Maui - A GMM fundraiser to benefit Maui REALTORS®

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Schedule | Workshops | Sponsors

Join us on December 8 at the Convention Center for:

  • Educational workshops - Enhance your professional development
  • Networking trade show - Visit 40 vendors plus a special Maui Marketplace
  • Luncheon program - Announcements of the HBR REALTOR® of the Year, 2023 Aloha ‘Āina REALTOR® Award winners, Nishikawa Education & Professional Achievement Award winner, and more. 
  • Concert & fundraiser - Stay for a concert featuring special guest musicians. Fundraiser will benefit the 90 Maui REALTORS® who lost their homes in the wildfires.

Can't make it to the GMM, but still want to help Maui?
Here's how:

1. Please click the button below to donate directly to the HBR - Malama Maui REALTORS® campaign: 

2. Rally others to donate too: Click here for a sharable QR code or share this link (redirects to PayPal): bit.ly/hbrmalamamaui

 

Registration:

Register Online>> | Luncheon Table Registration>>  | Guest Registration>>

Cost:

A portion of the GMM registration will go to REALTORS® Association of Maui's Community Foundation to assist efforts to house people displaced from their homes due to the wildfires. Our goal is to raise $25,000 for Maui REALTORS®.

  • Early-bird rate through 8 a.m. on Nov. 13*: $100 (members) / $110 (non-members)
  • After 8 a.m. on Nov. 13: $110 (members) / $120 (non-members)

*Special Prize Drawing for Early-bird Registrants:

All paid early-bird registrants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two prizes:

  • Las Vegas Package includes:
    • Two (2) tickets (50-yard line) to the Raiders vs. Chargers NFL game at Allegiant Stadium on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023
    • Roundtrip airfare for two (Hawai’i-Vegas) for the game (Hawaiian Airlines)
    • 3-night stay at the California Hotel (Premium room) for the game
  • Roundtrip airfare for two on Alaska Airlines to any U.S. destination they serve.

Prize winners:

Walk-ins at Convention Center on Friday, Dec. 8:
Limited walk-in registrations will be accepted at the Kokua Table (next to Registration kiosks).
Walk-in rates: $110 (members) / $120 (non-members) -- credit card or check payments only (no cash)

Convention Center Parking: $15


 Schedule: Times subject to change   

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8  |  HAWAII CONVENTION CENTER

Opens at 8 a.m.

 

 

 

 

 

Registration/Check-in:

Kokua Table (next to Registration kiosks):
Help with registration matters. Limited walk-in registrations will be accepted. Walk-in rates: $110 (members) / $120 (non-members) -- credit card or check payment only (no cash)

REALTORS® Pride Tables & HBR REALTOR® Store (credit card or check payment only -- no cash)

Sponsor door prize giveaways: Scan your SentriKey ID barcode at the Door Prize Entry table to be entered to win any of the door prizes.

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8:15-11:15 a.m.

 

Trade Show: 40 vendors

Plus a special Maui Marketplace featuring 9 vendors. Your purchases directly support Maui businesses, all while finding some great holiday gifts!

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8:30 - 10:45 a.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Educational Workshops: Room 315 Room 317

SESSION 1: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Neighborhoods: Niu Valley-Hawai'i Kai
Speakers: Cherie Tsukamoto and Carole Manuwa; Moderator: Peter Chessen

Whether you're a newer agent or just not as familiar with these featured neighborhoods, you're sure to gain interesting historical information about the development of these areas, key market statistics, and expert tips about buying and selling in these neighborhoods so you can best serve your clients.

SESSION 2: 9:45 -10:45 a.m.

NAR Lawsuits and the Changing Landscape of Real Estate
Panel: Chuck Garrett, 2023 HiCentral MLS President, Kalama Kim, 2023 Hawaii REALTORS® President, Christina Nishiyama, Past HiCentral MLS President (2021), and Nathan Aipa, HBR General Counsel

Our panel will delve into the NAR class-action lawsuits – providing the latest updates and insights and discussing the potential impact on the future of real estate, commission structures, and the MLS.

Session is designed to keep members informed and share perspectives on a critical issue that could change the landscape of our industry.

11:30 a.m.

 

Luncheon Program - Ballroom doors open at 11:15 a.m.

Announcement of 2023 HBR REALTOR® of the Year, Aloha ‘Āina REALTOR® Award winners, and more.

Sponsor door prize giveaways

 

Luncheon Menu

Maui Haku Lei Salad
Kula Farms Hydro Greens, Maui Dragonfruit, Surfing Goat Cheese, Hearts of Palm, Local Radish, Shaved Beets, Papaya Seed Dressing, Scallion Oil

Main Entrée: 
Tender Beef Luau, Pulehu Fresh Catch with Lomi Tomato, Maui Heirloom Carrots, Kalo Sweet Potato Cake

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Vegetarian Entrée:
Oven Roasted Taro, Sweet Potato, Pumpkin, Local Vegetables, Multi Grain Brown Rice with Spinach Luau

Dessert
Maui Gold Pineapple Crème Brulee with Kula Strawberries

 

Mele for Maui Concert & Fundraiser

Featuring special guest musicians: 

Jon Yamasato, Alx Kawakami, Michelle Lynch, Kevin Inn, and Cyd Rosa

Fundraiser: Please donate to help 90 REALTORS® on Maui who lost their homes in the wildfires.


 

REALTOR® Pride Details

REALTOR® Pride | 8 a.m. - Sponsor door prize entry; HiCentral MLS: SentriLock; DEI and RPAC; YPN of O'ahu; Hawai'i Homeownership Center; Hawai'i REALTORS®; C&C of Honolulu: Real Property Assessment Division, Shoreline Division; State of Hawai'i: DCCA Real Estate Branch, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands

HBR REALTOR® Store

  • Cashless transactions only. Visa, MC, Discover Card, American Express, and checks payable to Honolulu Board of REALTORS accepted. NO CASH.

Mahalo to our Sponsors

Premier Sponsors:
Central Pacific Bank
Bank of Hawaii
First Hawaiian Bank
HiCentral MLS, Ltd.
Absolute Termite and Pest Control
American Savings Bank
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Veterans Lending Group

Silver Sponsors
CMG Financial
Conjoin Capital
Element Mortgage
Finance Factors
First American Title
Guaranteed Rate
Hawaii Mortgage Experts
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
Ho'okele Title & Escrow
J-4 Removal
Kuilei Place
Navy Federal Credit Union
Old Republic Exchange
Old Republic Title & Escrow of Hawaii
Premier Title & Escrow of Hawaii
Realtor.com
Termite Express
Territorial Savings Bank 
Title Guaranty
USA Mortgage
Veterans United Home Loans of Hawaii
Ward Village Properties

Bronze Sponsors
America's Preferred Home Warranty
Atlas Insurance
Castle Hospitality Group
Enviro Solutions Hawaii
Fidelity National Title
First Hawaii Title
Guild Mortgage
Hawaii Business Magazine
Hawaii Mortgage Group
HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union
Kapili Roofing & Painting
Koa Ridge

Maui Marketplace Vendors

  • 808 Laser (home décor)
  • Goddess Glow (bath & body)
  • Haleakala Supah Shots (food)
  • HumBowBarks (pet wear)
  • Kālai Lā'au (jewelry)
  • Malia and Company Apparel (clothing)
  • Mise Kimono (accessories)
  • She Wood Go (custom woodworking)
  • Wailea Notes (stationery)