Karla Florez News
Keller Williams expands to Saudi Arabia, hopes to become ‘most dominant real estate player in the region by 2025'
By Karla Florez | Apr 14, 2022
Keller Williams continues to expand in Asia with the grand opening of a new master franchise in Saudi Arabia.
SEC proposes climate report requirements to provide reliable information for 'informed investment decisions'
By Karla Florez | Mar 26, 2022
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) presented a proposal March 21 that would require U.S companies to submit a climate report.
Mastercard launches blockchain technology system to 'accelerate access to new ways to pay and prioritize choice for consumers and businesses'
By Karla Florez | Dec 25, 2021
Mastercard has garnered partnerships with cryptocurrency and digital asset companies to commit to the development of real-world platforms.
A women's volleyball player and a men's golfer declared Pepsi Athletes of the Week at University of Hawaii Hilo
By Karla Florez | Oct 29, 2021
The University of Hawaii at Hilo recently named women's volleyball player Tani Hoke and men's golfer Keith Ng the Pepsi Athletes of the Week.
Volkswagen's Diess: Slow transition to electric could cost 30,000 jobs
By Karla Florez | Oct 19, 2021
According to Reuters, Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess unveiled projections that suggest the potential reduction of 30,000 jobs within the company if the automaker transitions too slowly to electric vehicles.
UH Hilo receives $9 million to help ‘create new pathways for Native Hawaiian students to achieve success’
By Karla Florez | Oct 15, 2021
Title III, Part F Alaska Native Native Hawaiian (ANNH) Serving Institutions program has given a $9 million grant to the Kīpuka Native Hawaiian Student Center at the University of Hawaii (UH) at Hilo to help facilitate native students' educational development, according to the UH Hilo website.
UH Vulcans women's volleyball celebrates five consecutive victories after win over Biola: 'That was a very good win for us'
By Karla Florez | Oct 12, 2021
The University of Hawaii (UH) at Hilo’s Vulcans women's volleyball team won their most recent match against Biola, marking their fifth win in a row since the loss of one of their most prominent players and a large third-set deficit, according to The Official Athletics Site of Hawaii at Hilo.
Hawaii County Fire Department hosts its annual fishing tournament to honor 'selfless acts of heroism' in its ranks
By Karla Florez | Aug 2, 2021
Hawaii County Fire Department’s fire rescue specialist, Cole Arrington, discussed the purpose and specifics of the department’s annual fishing tournament.
Kona Crime Prevention Committee honors new Hawaii Police Department officer for 'proactive policing'
By Karla Florez | Jul 15, 2021
The Hawaii Police Department recognized the efforts of a recently appointed officer, Michael Gusman, who is credited with the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics.
Ige signs nine new marine-conservation laws on World Oceans Day
By Karla Florez | Jun 11, 2021
In honor of World Oceans Day on Tuesday, June 8, Hawai'i Gov. David Ige signed nine bills intended to protect local marine life through regulations that will lead to an increase in tourism taxes.
Kipaipai Art Foundation 'encourages and inspires creativity by providing inclusive art education' in the Keaau community
By Karla Florez | Jun 1, 2021
Kipaipai Art Foundation’s founder Rose Adare discussed the establishment’s data findings, accomplishments and overall objectives for the near future, as well as their two main collaborators: Full Life Hawaii and Able Hawaii Artists.
East Hawai’i Cultural Center 'holds a special place in our community's history,' Walker says
By Karla Florez | Apr 11, 2021
East Hawai'i Cultural Center Vice-Chair Carol Walker discussed the efforts the non-profit organization has made for the inclusion of children in arts and culture activities, which include various programs, donations and volunteer efforts.
Johnasen: 'We are getting vaccinated as quickly as possible' in Miloli'i Hawaiian village
By Karla Florez | Apr 4, 2021
Over 100 residents in the Hawaiian fishing village of Miloli’i have received the one-dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine.