Work In Wailuku

Though Maui is a service oriented economy, there has recently been a resurgence of commitment among Wailuku residents toward a reinvigoration of Wailuku inspiring innovative business in both the private and public sectors. Such a revitalization of this economy is exemplified prominently in the heart of Wailuku at the Lokahi Pacific Business Incubator. A variety of initiatives and organizations fostering economic development involve the Maui County Business Resource Center (MCBRC), the Office of Economic Development, the Maui Community College for Entrepreneurship, and the Maui Economic Organization (MEO) a business development corporation.

The establishment of county and state offices in Wailuku enhances the ability of private businesses through access to resources provided by the government. For example the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) provides vital services to private businesses via the Business Action Center (BAC). The BAC is a vehicle run specifically for the development of business by offering assistance in registration, obtaining general excise and other tax licenses, and for loan and government procurement program counseling. The BAC extends its services to residents of Wailuku through the MCBRC (as mentioned above). Resources geared toward women and business can be accessed at the Hawaii Women's Business Center, run through the MCBRC for Wailuku residents.

Economic projections made for Maui in 2007 were positive. According to Leroy Laney, an economic consultant, as noted in the Star Bulletin, "the Valley Isle (in 2007) will continue to benefit from healthy tourism, a construction boom and active development plans by kamaaina companies." According to Pay Scale, average earnings for Wailuku residents per year were recorded at $46,000. This amount differs based on type of employment. Unemployment rates are very low in the Maui County (3% in July '06 Star Bulletin article above) and a wide variety of career alternatives exist in Wailuku. According to Pay Scale, opportunities can be found in public companies, non-profit organizations, private practices, government, state, and local organizations, within the school district, medical offices and in the hospital. Considering the abundance of opportunities and resources combined with idyllic living in a pristine environment, it's no wonder Wailuku residents feel fortunate to work here.