January 2001

Cover Story
Waikiki Goes Hawaiian It’s one step back and two steps forward as Waikiki retail finds a new look and feel for the next century. Jacy L. Youn

Features
DFS’ Guam Gambit DFS Group’s Galleria concept has enjoyed continued success on Guam and Saipan. Cathy Cruz
Hey Nineteen House Republicans have their largest contingent since before statehood, and they have their collective eye on cutting taxes. David K. Choo
Hammering Away Hawaii’s unionized carpenters are going after the booming single-family home market in a big way. Kelli Abe Trifonovitch
Is the Boom a Bust? ctivity is up, unemployment is down, but many in the construction industry still aren’t convinced that the downturn is truly over. David K. Choo
Fit to Work Kaiser Permanente’s On-The-Job program challenges employees to be mentally and physically healthy. Cathy Cruz
In Tandem Sharing a belief that relationships and reputation are what make a successful business, John Hashizumi and Fred Behm have brought Nytro Hawaii to the head of the pack. David K. Choo
Joining the Home Team Many Hawaii companies are spending their marketing dollars on the home team. Jacy L. Youn
Steel is for Real Hawaii leads the nation when it comes to the use of steel framing in house construction. Jacy L. Youn
Largest Hotels in Hawaii Ranked by number of available rooms. Discover Hawaii
Largest Contractors in Hawaii Ranked by estimated gross sales in 2000 David K. Choo

Departments