20 for the Next 20: Aaron Vallely, Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
The executive VP of retail experience and operations has “revolutionized” banking by introducing customer-friendly technology.
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“Internet for All”: Inside the Rapid Expansion of Hawai‘i’s Broadband Infrastructure
Thanks to $400 million in federal money and public-private partnerships, Connect Kākou is opening access to telehealth, remote work and online learning.
20 for the Next 20: Justin Tyndall, UH Mānoa and UHERO
This associate professor of economics is a data guru who’s busting myths and pinpointing the real culprits driving Hawai‘i’s housing costs.
Here’s What Hawai‘i Business Leaders Say about Their Companies, Life, Communities and Local Politicians
Among BOSS survey findings, leaders report upticks in optimism but rate the overall state of local businesses less favorably than the general public does.
20 for the Next 20: Kimberly Unemori Thayer, SR Partners
The consultancy’s newest partner brings experience in project management and community organizing, and “a profound love of Maui.”
The Governor’s Choice: Hawai‘i’s Undemocratic Cycle of Influence and Power
The governor’s power to fill vacant seats in the state Legislature has been used at least 82 times. Some appointees then launched big political careers.
20 for the Next 20: Liane Sugimoto, Prince Resorts Hawaii
The CFO and chief administrative officer uses her expertise in accounting and operations to “take care of employees in innovative ways.”
Is It Venus or a Satellite? A Local Astronomer Helps People Read the Night Sky.
Nick Bradley’s stargazing events expose kids and adults to the “wonders of the universe.”
I Donated a Kidney to a Stranger. You Might Consider It Too.
The National Kidney Foundation says about 90,000 people in the U.S. need a kidney, and 12 people die every day while waiting for one.
20 for the Next 20: Ka‘iulani Sodaro, Howard Hughes – Ward Village
This senior VP of planning and development is helping to transform 60 acres of prime real estate in Kaka‘ako, including 1,200 below-market condos.
20 for the Next 20: Kyle Shelly, American Savings Bank
A “visionary who sees beyond the numbers,” this senior VP and director of corporate banking helped launch a community development entity.
They Scour the Ocean to Recover MIA Service Members from World War II
The nonprofit Project Recover and divers with Honolulu-based Legion Undersea Services help bring closure for families.