September 2007

Cover Story

Fight Club

Mixed martial arts goes from rebel sport to money maker

Features

Small Footprint, Big Shoes

A famous nameplate brings both opportunities and challenges for the developers of Trump Tower Waikiki

Departments

Innovation: Petri to Petrol

As researchers look for new ways to make ethanol from crops, a University of Hawaii professor believes he has found a quick and dirty solution to our energy challenges: bacteria.

Spin Zone

Where Hawaii’s Leaders Face Off

Talk Story

John Komeiji has only had one job interview. It was 28 years ago, for an entry-level position at the powerhouse law firm he’s now a partner and namesake of, Watanabe Ing & Komeiji. With nearly...

Dining with Dave: Form, Function and Flavor

Nobu’s playful plates lead to some serious eating

Parting Shot

A portrait of Hawaii business life

Editor's Note: Things Worth Fighting For