Political cartoonist John Pritchett, and Small Business Hawaii, have again teamed up to publish a book of Pritchett's latest 'toons, Hawaii...We Have A Problem!

Pritchett is a regular editorial cartoonist for The Honolulu Weekly. He also contributes to Small Business News, a number of other local and national publications and was formerly associated with Pacific Business News. SBH published Pritchett: A Collection of Hawaii Political Cartoons, in 1993.

George Mason, Pacific Business News founder, provided the foreword and SBH president, Sam Slom, edited the 32-page book of economic and political satire.

The new book is available for $2.95 plus postage ($4 total prepaid) and in quantity discounts. Phone SBH (396-1724) for more information.

PAYCHECKS HAWAII NOTES NUMEROUS BUSINESS CHOICE CANDIDATES IN SEPTEMBER 19 PRIMARY

PAYCHECKS HAWAII is currently reviewing qualifications of business - experienced candidates, regardless of political affiliation, running for state office. Several have already completed surveys and have contacted PAYCHECKS HAWAII. Usually, endorsements are made after the Primary Election, which this year is Saturday, September 19.

PAYCHECKS HAWAII, created in 1984, is a private, independent, non-partisan political action affiliate of Small Business Hawaii. (No SBH funds are used for political purposes). It is dedicated to non-partisan, direct political action for small business in order to improve Hawaii's business climate.

PAYCHECKS HAWAII will assist in the campaign of those candidates who offer the best opportunity for real economic and investment change in Hawaii by providing endorsement, and where possible, resources, manpower, and in-kind services. Many small business owners are involved in various campaigns this year, as candidates or supporters. They are going door-to-door, phoning, sign waving and helping in the many aspects of a political campaign. This is in stark contrast to prior elections and should pay off with better elected officials, and real change in Hawaii.

As first reported in the August SB News, a record number of Small Business Hawaii members are running for office this year. In one race (Gene Ward's former State House seat), three members are running against one another in the Primary! Click here for the updated candidate list.

For information regarding PAYCHECKS HAWAII send campaign material (c/o SBH) or contact Kenny Lum, Chairman, PAYCHECKS HAWAII, at 373-1657, or through SBH at 396-1724 (FAX 396-1726).

1998 SMALL BUSINESS CONGRESS:
WORKING TOGETHER FOR CHANGE

The 1998 Hawaii Congress on Small Business will be held Friday, September 25, 1998, from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Ilikai Hotel Nikko Waikiki. Attendees to this conference will discuss specific challenges facing Hawaii's small businesses and provide networking opportunities for the small business community. The statewide conference will be preceded by county conferences on the Big Island, August 25; Kauai, September 1; and Maui, September 10. Small business owners statewide are encouraged to participate.

Hawaii delegates to the 1995 White House Conference on Small Business organized the first statewide gathering in the nation modeled after the national conference, the 1995 Hawaii Congress on Small Business, which produced 20 recommendations for action. Progress was made on many of the recommendations, including the establishment of the Small Business Task Force on Regulatory Relief. The 1998 Hawaii Congress on Small BusinTess will provide an open, non-partisan forum for small business men and women to discuss and prioritize a smaller number of issues and concerns for presentation to the 1999 State Legislature and Governor for action.

"The 1998 Hawaii Congress on Small Business participants will identify specific problems and needed action by the Legislature and Governor for a strong 21st Century," said Small Business Hawaii member Tim Moore, co-owner of the Old Lahaina Luau and event co-chair, along with Bette Tatum, president of Tatum Enterprises and state director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). "Main issue areas to be covered include privatization, insurance and labor, taxation, economic development and international trade, capital formation, and procurement," Moore added.

The nation's first U.S. Small Business and Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman, Peter W. Barca, will be the keynote speaker and highlight implementation of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 and the newly passed Hawaii Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Act. Mr. Barca oversees federal compliance with regulatory fairness laws and governs regional boards that review complaints from small businesses.

The conference costs $35, which includes lunch and all conference material. For information on how to register, call Lisa Dang, at the Pacific Business Center, 956-2502, or by e-mail: ldang@busadm.cba.hawaii.edu. Additional information is also available on the HCSB website: http://www.hawaii.govdbedt/hcsb.

SHARE N' TELL FORUM FEATURES EMPOWERED
WOMEN, SALES AND CUSTOMER STRATEGIES

The next quarterly Small Business Hawaii Share N' Tell Business Forum will provide you with new ideas and strategies to help you do more business.

The SBH Share N' Tell will be held Wednesday, September 23, at the Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The public is welcome; advance paid reservations are required.

Nine exciting and educational Table Topics, led by a knowledgeable member-Facilitator, prior to the luncheon program can be chosen by attendees.

They include: "Empowered Women‹How to Maximize Our Business Potential," Suzanne J. Gelb, PhD, "Selling With Aloha," Ken Calhoun, Hawaii Business Training; "The Longevity Game and Long Term Care," Jeff Alameida, Rowland & Alameida; "Designing A Winning Yellow Page Ad for Your Business," Bob Sigall, Creative-1; "Retaining Your Customers," Helen Rapoza, Helen's Haven.; "Effective Persuasion in Promotional Flyers and Sales Letters" Jeffrey Bingham Mead, The Bingham Mead Group of Hawaii; "Business Communication: Do You See What I Hear?" Delorese Gregoire, Hawaii Study Tours/Winners Camp; "Financing Business Expansion: New Options," Todd Hoch, City Bank "How to Increase Employee Performance and Motivation," Melody Murphy, Staffing Strategies.

A full luncheon program with introductions of all participants completes the business Forum. The $25 cost of the Share n' Tell Business Forum includes the entire program, luncheon and parking. Advance, paid reservations are required. The cost is $30 at the door if space is available. Reservation form in the printed SB News.

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Next Premier FastTrac® Entrepreneurial
Training Course Starts September 24

Following the successful conclusion of the first course in July, starting Thursday, September 24, Small Business Hawaii and Chaminade University of Honolulu will offer FastTrac II to existing small businesses. Well-known small business persons and instructors Dr. Phyllis Horner and Dan Flood will conduct this excellent training in 11 three-and-one-half-hour classes held each Thursday evening, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Nationally acclaimed Premier FastTrac® was created by entrepreneurs who joined with leading business instructors from across the country who are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs succeed. Over 16,000 entrepreneurs have graduated from FastTrac programs in more than 30 states and Canada. FastTrac graduates success rates are impressive: within one year after graduation, 10%-25% of FastTrac II graduates have more than doubled their sales; and 40%-55% of FastTrac II graduates have more than doubled their sales within two years of graduation.

To see how local entrepreneurs Jeri and Gary Barnes of Tropical J's turned their FastTrac training into a financial success, read the Entrepreneurial Profile "Dream Business Found in Paradise" on the Entrepreneurial Education Foundation web site, at http://www.fastrac.org.

Class enrollment is limited to the first 20 students who register. The course and all materials will be offered to the general public for $499, but Small Business Hawaii members can enroll for $399, a savings of $100. For more information on FastTrac and funding opportunities, including possible funding of the entire course, call Jim Proctor, at 395-6221. Registration and funding deadline is Wednesday, September 9.

PREFERENTIAL RATES STILL
AVAILABLE FOR "THE TRADE SHOW"

Mike Rossell of Production- Hawaii, Inc., organizer and producer of Small Business Hawaii's The Trade Show, scheduled for November 17-18 in the Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall, announced that due to popular demand, SBH members still have an opportunity to reserve space and to select a good location at preferential rates.

The expo will feature many special events and hands-on interactive exhibits. For additional information, contact Production Hawaii at 532-7300 or call SBH 396-1724.

RICK HAMADA TO MC
FIRST ANNUAL GOP SILENT AUCTION

The First Annual Hawaii Republican Party auction and dinner will be held Thursday, September 10 at the Dole Ballroom in Honolulu. KHVH radio's Rick Hamada will be MC for an incredible night of ono food, good friends and great entertainment.

A silent auction begins at 5:30 pm; dinner is at 6:30. A live auction follows at 7:30. Highlights of the auctions will include R/T airfare, hotel and golf for two in Phoenix, weekend getaways on the Neighbor islands, autographed baseballs and footballs and many recreational activities.

Reservations at $25 per person are available by calling Toni at 808-847-1355.

FREE MARKETING HELP OFFERED
By Bob Sigall, Creative-1

Could your company use some fresh marketing ideas? Hawaii Pacific University graduate students in Bob Sigall's Integrated Marketing class are looking for businesses to help.

"We bring 6-8 businesses to our class over the course of the semester and brainstorm marketing ideas for them," Sigall said. "Then the students write individual marketing plans for the company. The papers range from 4 to 15 pages in length and are packed with good ideas on advertising, customer service, market research, PR strategies, pricing, direct mail, sales, etc.

If your business needs a breakthrough in its marketing, call Bob at 847-2046 or e-mail him at bobnlei@aloha.net.

"TAKE WELLNESS TO HEART" CONFERENCE

The American Heart Association of Hawaii presents "Take Wellness To Heart" A Cardiovascular Wellness Conference for Women. Friday, September 25, 1998 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm at the Ihilani Resort and Spa. Registration at 7:30 am. Featured Topics include: Reducing Your Risks for Heart Disease and Stroke, Women as Targets of the Tobacco Industry, Stress and the Superwoman Syndrome, Brain Attack - Are You at Risk?, Women's Health and the Role of Hormones. Limited seating. Reservations required. Call Judy Delkeskamp at 538-7021 for more information.

"YES" to Visit Convention Center

A reminder that SBH's "Young Entrepreneurs ("YES") will tour the new Hawaii Convention Center on Tuesday, September 8 at 9 am. It is a privately arranged tour but all SBH members are welcome.

"YES" has been active in voter registration projects, and held its annual summer picnic in July.

To RSVP for the Convention Center field trip, and to find out more information about "YES" contact Helen Rapoza at 739-0400.