Coming Events

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• "NEW INFECTIOUS DISEASE THREATS IN HAWAI'I" — what is invading Hawai'i's fragile ecosystems, and, in turn, possibly a danger to humans — will be the focus of a speech Friday by Dr. David Sasaki, a veterinarian with the state Department of Health. He speaks to the noon luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Pearlridge, at Pearl Country Club, Grill Room. Free. Optional lunch fee; guests welcomed. Information: Lawrence Agcaoili, 841-2712.

• "GETTING FREE MEDIA COVERAGE: THE INSIDE SCOOP," a two-part public class presented by public relations executive Eileen Mortenson, will be offered 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Oct. 18. The classes will be at the University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Webster Hall, Room 112. Also participating will be Advertiser food editor Wanda Adams; Channel 2 news reporter Kirk Fernandes; Hawaii Business senior editor Catherine Cruz; Lori Arizumi, Prime magazine editor; and Midweek Web editor Linda Dela Cruz. Fee. Registration: 956-8400.

TUESDAY

• Cross-cultural dimensions of international technology deals will be among components of an upcoming series of discussions, "Doing Technology Deals in Japan." The series will reveal how international information technology, telecom, biotech, Web services and electronics deals are done in Japan — and how Hawai'i can help — presented by leading U.S. attorneys practicing in Tokyo. The monthly discussions, including seminars, live interviews and computer graphics, each on a different technology, are sponsored by the University of Hawai'i Outreach College's Pacific New Media program, and ThinkTechHawaii. The first two-hour discussion, "Licensing Electronics in Japan," is scheduled for 5 p.m. tomorrow at UH Downtown, Pioneer Plaza, 900 Fort Street Mall, lower level. Other discussions are scheduled Nov. 13 on biotech and medical devices; and Dec. 16, on information technology and telecom, and financing deals. Fee. Information: www.outreach.hawaii.edu/pnm. Registration: 956-8400.

• Rex Johnson, president and chief executive officer of the Hawai'i Tourism Authority, will speak to the noon luncheon meeting tomorrow of THE ROTARY CLUB OF HONOLULU. The meeting is planned for the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Monarch Room. Fee. Contact: Debbie Jenkins, 922-5526.

• Business networking group, eLift Hawai'i, will stage its monthly mixer, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at Kincaid's restaurant, Ward Warehouse. Small cover charge. Information: 392-8999.

• The MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF HONOLULU will offer free weekly orientation sessions to minority business owners and prospective entrepreneurs. The sessions, scheduled 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays in the center's offices in Suite 2506 of the Executive Center, 1088 Bishop St., will offer advice on business startup, marketing plans, loans, employee handbooks and access to capital. Free. Reservations: 521-6221.

• A free COMPUTER BOOT CAMP is offered 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to all small-business owners interested in using computer technology to improve and expand business operations and management. The program is sponsored by the Small Business Resource Center, in partnership with the Small Business Administration, the city Office of Economic Development, Hawai'i Small Business Development Center Network, Hawai'i Women's Business Center, and SCORE. The program is open to all clients of the center who have attended a center orientation, offered 9 a.m. Tuesdays or 2 p.m. Thursdays at 1041 Nu'uanu Ave., Suite A. Attendees will have access to training videos and resource materials. Workshops and free counseling are also offered. Appointments: 522-8130.

• A MICRO ENTERPRISE TRAINING CLASS, 9 a.m. to noon tomorrow to Thursday, or Oct. 21 to 23; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Oct. 18, will be offered by the Honolulu Community Action Program. Topics include: how to start a business in Hawai'i, business loans, taxes and marketing. Free to people with low income. Information/location: Erma or Robert: 521-4531.

WEDNESDAY

• A free seminar on college financial planning strategies will be offered 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. Saturday in Edward Jones offices, 1123 11th Ave., Suite 101B. Reservations: 734-8889.

THURSDAY

• Randall Lee, Pacific regional director of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and Patty Moy, senior enforcement attorney for the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, will be among those taking part in an upcoming public forum, "Investors and the Securities Industry." The public discussion to address investors' questions and concerns, is sponsored by the SECURITIES INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF HAWAI'I. Also participating will be Elisabeth Owens, vice president and director, National Association of Securities Dealers, San Francisco District Office. Topics to be discussed will include the role of state securities regulators, current scams, mutual funds and risks of hedge funds. The forum is scheduled 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Ala Moana Hotel, Carnation Room. Registration: 988-8088.

• A business insurance planning workshop to help the business owner be prepared for unexpected obstacles and insurance needs will be presented by the Hawai'i Women's Business Center, 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday at 1041 Nu'uanu Ave., Suite A. Fee; higher admission payable at door. Call: Oliv'e, 522-8136.

• "DISCOVERING KAHALA NUI," an overview of the "Life Care" retirement community under construction in Kahala, will be presented by the facility's marketing director, Terry Peacock, at the buffet luncheon of The Rotary Club of Waikiki, 12:15 p.m. Thursday in the Pacific Beach Hotel's Marlin Room. Fee; guests welcome. Call Naomi Hazelton, 285-5426.

• "SMART WOMEN FINISH RICH," a free seminar to help women understand how to create wealth and secure a financial future, will be offered 6 to 7 p.m., Thursday at sponsoring Edward Jones offices at 1360 S. Beretania St., Suite 304. Reservations: 543-6034.

• ALA MOANA TOASTMASTERS no-host luncheon meetings, with opportunities to improve public and impromptu speaking abilities, noon to 1 p.m., Thursdays, The Wisteria restaurant; guests welcome. Information: 226-7686.

• The HONOLULU BUSINESS NETWORK, a networking opportunity for small-business owners and professionals, meets 12:01 to 1:15 p.m. Thursdays at Sansei Seafood Restaurant, Restaurant Row. Call: Tracy Nakashima, 525-6028.

SATURDAY

• A three-part seminar on basic investing will be offered from 10 to 11 a.m. on consecutive Saturdays, starting this week through Oct. 25 at sponsoring Edward Jones offices at 1360 S. Beretania St., Suite 304. Reservations: 543-6034.

UPCOMING

• The promising financial benefits fostered by a lucrative arts, film and entertainment industry in the state will be outlined in an upcoming speech by Judy Drosd, chief officer of a newly formed division of the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. Coming under the new Arts, film and Entertainment Division will be the Hawai'i Film Office and the newly formed Arts and Culture Development Branch. Drosd is former longtime Kaua'i film commissioner, credited with more than doubling the county's annual production revenues. She speaks to an ongoing discussion series on Hawai'i's transition to a "new global economy," sponsored by THE HAWAI'I SOCIETY OF CORPORATE PLANNERS, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Hawai'i Prince Hotel Waikiki, Haleakala/Kilauea rooms. Fee; reduced fee if registered by Friday: www.HSCP.org. Information: Roberta Cullen, 537-2356.

Business meetings of general interest are listed in the "Coming Events" column each Monday. Submit notices at least two weeks in advance. By fax: 525-6763. By mail: Coming Events, Business Section, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802. By e-mail: business@honoluluadvertiser.com.