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The PFS credential, established in 1987 by the AICPA, recognizes CPA’s with considerable professional experience in financial planning. Currently, more than 3,400 CPAs hold the PFS credential.

Postal Service hosts business mailing seminar

The U.S. Postal Service is hosting a “Grow Your Business” mailing seminar open to all Big Island businesses from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Mala Ikena Room.

“Businesses that attend our ‘Grow Your Business’ seminar will learn how to save time and money by utilizing our online services for their mailing and shipping needs,” said USPS Retail Manager Nancy Wong. “They’ll learn how to access dozens of online products and services; including how to print postage, shipping labels and request a carrier pickup of packages.

“They’ll also learn how to create direct mails campaign right from their computer through our new service called NetPost Mailing Online. We’ll also share tips on creating a successful mail piece. Last, but not least, seminar registrants will have the opportunity to meet local postmasters and USPS managers who can assist them in growing your businesses,” Wong said.

The seminar begins with registration and a continental breakfast at 8 a.m. Admission is $15 and includes continental breakfast. To register, contact LindaMary Kaneshiro at (808) 423-3921


Authors appearing at Costco Saturday

Big Island authors Scot C. Nelson and Craig R. Elevitch will present their new book ,”Noni: The Complete Guide for Consumers and Growers,” at the Kona Costco on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The book describes how to get the best value in noni products, how to make juice, traditional uses and all aspects of cultivation.


Sandell awarded AICPA credential

Ginger Sandell, of Ginger Sandell, CPA in Kailua-Kona has been awarded the Personal Financial Specialist credential by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

The PFS credential, established in 1987 by the AICPA, recognizes CPA’s with considerable professional experience in financial planning. Currently, more than 3,400 CPAs hold the PFS credential.