Loans Support Food Sustainability
When Zac Hosler needed funding in 2014 to build out his aquaponics business in South Kona, he believed he would be rejected by a bank. “Financing for farmers is hard to come by,” says the majority owner of Ha Farms…
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Talk Story: Alfred Grace, President & CEO, Polynesian Cultural Center
Despite an unlikely start, the PCC has thrived for more than five decades. Founded by amateur entertainers on what was then the out-of-the-way North Shore of Oahu, it currently hosts about 2,500 visitors a day and continues to evolve. Q:…
Fourth Generation is a Chip Off the Old Block
Maebo Noodle Factory was founded in 1950 and is still going strong. Maebo Noodle Factory in Hilo, famous for its flavorful One-Ton Chips, is one of those rare local businesses that’s still owned and operated by the same family after…
A New Locally Owned Hotel Company
Ben Rafter, who previously ran Aqua, wants to turn OLS Hotels & Resorts into “the next great Hawaii hotel operator” In an era when Hawaii’s hotel industry is dominated by offshore owners and operators, Ben Rafter wants to build Hawaii’s…
Digital Banking a Smart Choice for Small Businesses
Small business owners have so much on their plate to maintain a successful operation. Managing day-to-day banking needs can be significantly streamlined with the convenience and safety of today’s digital banking solutions. Some key features to consider in a digital…
Do You Use a Cybercurrency?
Business leaders and locals weighed in on their knowledge of cryptocurrency in this survey. Only 1% of local business leaders have actually used cryptocurrency compared to 52% who don't have a working knowledge of this payment form.
20 for the Next 20: Hawaii’s People to Watch 2019
Each year, Hawaii Business recognizes 20 people who we believe will have a major impact on Hawaii over the next two decades. They have already proven themselves by their accomplishments, intelligence, charisma, leadership and passion, but we expect even more…
Buying a Business: More than Just Crunching Numbers
There’s a lot of buzz lately about how to buy a business. A strong economy will do that. Not wanting to miss out on the potential growth and looking for a fast way to expand, business owners often look at…
28 Companies and Nonprofits Honored at Hawaii Venture Capital Association Awards
Carbon Lighthouse, Shaka Guide and Lanikai Brewing Co. were among 28 people, businesses and nonprofits honored Friday night at the 19th Annual Hawaii Venture Capital Association Awards Gala. The keynote speaker, Elizabeth Burton, chief investment officer for the Employees' Retirement…
Editor's Note: Bridging Schools and Businesses
The original question was: How can businesspeople and their companies support Hawaii’s schools? That question brought together about 20 people for a brainstorming session during the Hawaii Executive Conference in early October. The answer became the Education Bridge, a still-evolving…
The Best of Startup Paradise 2019
28 profiles of entrepreneurs, startups and organizations that were nominated or won awards from the Hawaii Venture Capital Association. HVCA…
These 3 Steps Can Save You From a Cyberattack [Sponsored]
In a recent study conducted by Security.org, Hawaii ranked #1 as the most at-risk state for cyberattacks. With the average risk index score at 88, the state topped the list by a huge margin, the only score to break the…