Description

Contractors Licenses & What You Need to Know for Your Business
Presented by the Professional Women in Building Council & ASID Hawaii Chapter
Hosted by Cosentino City Center

Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Cosentino City Center Showroom, Waterfront Plaza

Join us for an informative and engaging panel discussion that demystifies contractor licensing in Hawaii. This educational seminar will explore essential questions that impact professionals across the building and design industries:

• When is a licensed contractor required?

• What types of licenses exist, and when are they necessary?

• What defines incidental and supplemental work?

• When do permits come into play?

• What contractual protections should builders, designers, and other professionals know?

This timely conversation is moderated by Gindi French, Chair of the PWB Education Council, owner of Kamaʻāina Handyman (a C-5 Licensed Contractor), and owner/inspector for Oʻahu Home Inspections.

Meet Our Panelists:

• Geena Thielen – General Contractor, Complete Construction Services; 30+ years of experience; Chair of BIA's Building Codes Committee; Past BIA President; PWB Member

• Sarah Love – Partner, Lung Rose Voss Wagnild; Construction Law Attorney; Past BIA President; BIA State Representative; PWB Member

• Chuen Yee – Interior Designer, MCYIA Architecture & Design; NCIDQ Certified; ASID Past-President

• Hinano Nahinu – Owner, Interiors by Hinano, LLC; C-54 Specialty Licensed Contractor in Interior Design; Past-President of BIA and NKBA

• Candace Ito – Executive Officer, Contractor License Board; DCCA/PVL Representative

This seminar is ideal for contractors, interior designers, architects, and business owners looking to deepen their understanding of licensing requirements and industry best practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from industry leaders and get your questions answered.

We look forward to seeing you there!