STATEHOOD COMMISSION SEEKS HAWAI`I BUSINESSES STARTED IN 1959

For Immediate Release: January 8, 2009

HONOLULU – As the people of Hawai‘i prepare to commemorate 50 years of statehood, many in our state’s business community have cause to celebrate their company’s anniversary as well.

The Hawai‘i 50th Anniversary of Statehood Commission is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying Hawai‘i companies and organizations that began operating in the islands in 1959, the year Hawai‘i became a state.

“As Hawai‘i marks its half-century anniversary as a state, we are grateful for the businesses that have grown with Hawai‘i, employing local residents and helping build the state’s prosperity over the last 50 years,” said Kippen de Alba Chu, chair of the Hawai‘i 50th Anniversary of Statehood Commission.  “This occasion is the perfect time to recognize their place as an integral part of our community.”

If your business is celebrating its 50th year of doing business in Hawai‘i in 2009, the Statehood Commission would like to hear from you. Contact Chris Hossellman at (808) 586-0193 or email statehood@hawaii.gov.

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For more information, contact:

Kippen de Alba Chu 
Chair
50th Anniversary of Statehood Commission
Executive Director, ‘Iolani Palace
Phone: (808) 522-0825

Lenny Klompus
Vice Chair – Events
50th Anniversary of Statehood Commission
Office of the Governor
Senior Advisor – Communications
Phone: (808) 586-7708