2023 CEO of the Year: Ken Sakurai of Coastal Construction
The construction innovator and his company have built almost 33,000 homes for local families over more than 50 years. He’s still building at age 84.
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Honolulu Museum of Art Is Enjoying a Renaissance of Engagement
Attendance is up 70% from pre-pandemic years – and this time more locals than tourists are coming for the exhibitions and events.
Maui Nonprofit Aims to Return Displaced Families to Their Affordable Homes
Na Hale O Maui is Hawai‘i’s first community land trust.
New CEO at OHA Explains Why She Took the Job and Her Goals for Serving the Native Hawaiian Lāhui
Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira joined the Office of Hawaiian Affairs on Nov. 1 after serving as budget chief for the state Senate and in several roles at Kamehameha Schools.
76% of Business Leaders Support Hawai‘i’s Emergency Housing Proclamation
That’s one finding in the BOSS and 808 surveys, which cover guns, government corruption, red-light cameras and more.
Sages Over 70
After long and successful careers, these seven kūpuna are still helping their communities in inspiring ways.
Mass Tourism Is Fine, Say 69% of Business Leaders and 73% of O‘ahu Residents
The BOSS and 808 surveys also show that many businesses are tightening their budgets in anticipation of slow growth ahead.
My Job Is Teaching the Next Generation of Voyagers
Bonnie Kahape‘a-Tanner helped found the Kānehūnāmoku Voyaging Academy, which uses a double-hulled sailing canoe in its Hawaiian culture programs.
Rule Change Lowers the Down Payment Needed When Buying Multifamily Properties
Fannie Mae now says only a 5% down payment is needed to buy a single property with two, three or four homes on it
Hawai‘i Could Fix Its Housing Crisis
Experts have lots of good ideas, including more land for housing, more density and more Tokyo-style “by-right” development.
8 Tips for Creating a Safe, Productive Workplace
A local insurance expert shows how simple actions like regular training and safety inspections can save your company money.
When Fire Struck Lahaina, Hawai‘i’s Private Sector Rushed in to Help
These four Most Charitable Companies 2023 honorees mobilized with emergency supplies, health clinics and an unusual recovery mission.