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Our survey asked about the personal lives of business leaders, and 83% say their lives overall are either "great" or "good"
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Our survey asked about the personal lives of business leaders, and 83% say their lives overall are either "great" or "good"
BEHawai‘i and the Lei Poinaʻole Project hope to boost local lei flower production and strengthen the art of lei making in the Islands. Despite origins linked to Hawaiian culture, lei sold here now often come from foreign sources.
Each year, Hawaii Business Magazine honors 20 individuals whose accomplishments, leadership and potential set them apart as rising stars in our community. We call them “20 for the Next 20: Hawai‘i’s People to Watch.” now we’re looking for the class of 2026, and we’d love your help.
Management guru Luke Williams says companies need to rethink everything about their businesses to stay competitive, including staying in the game by investing in "wasteful" learning.
Y. Hata & Co. is a locally owned and operated company that uses trucks and barges to transport food, ingredients, supples and other necessities from their warehouses to businesses statewide.
In our annual Hawaii Business ranking of most profitable companies, Matson took the crown for a fourth year. But the bigger story was the huge loss by Hawaiian Electric, linked to the Maui fires settlement.
Our polls of business leaders and the general public show most respondents in the state are not confident that Social Security will pay all the benefits due them during their entire retirement.
NFL Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will make $50 million this year, returning as the highest-paid pro athlete on our annual list.
New Straub Benioff Medical Center – Mililani Clinic & Urgent Care
Pat Popovich followed her passions and left a legacy that supports Hawai‘i through the CHANGE Framework.
Respondents in both the BOSS Survey of business owners and executives and the 808 Poll of the general population were asked to rate Gov. Josh Green in four areas. They were also asked to assess the performance of their county mayor.
Shaping communities through design excellence. This article recognizes the winners and entrants in the AIA Honolulu 67th Annual Design Awards.
The complete special report is available in our September 2025 print edition. Single-issue copies are available for purchase. In today’s fast-changing world, private schools are adapting and innovating to better prepare students to thrive, not only academically, but for the…
Tour groups aim to lure first-time Japanese visitors through engaging environmental or socially responsible activities.
Japanese companies are introducing responsible tourism activities to lure first-time and younger visitors to Hawaiʻi.
It’s not just the tariffs – the Trump administration’s annexation threats, insulting rhetoric and heightened border security are driving a widespread Canadian boycott on U.S. travel and goods. While some Canadians consider Hawai‘i a special case, others aren’t willing to make an exception.
Assets School identifies and works with each student’s unique strengths and challenges, adjusting strategies so they can grow, flourish and feel a sense of belonging.
Since 1967, This Award Has Recognized a Hawai‘i Realtor for Their Work in the Interest of Their Fellow REALTORS®, the Profession, and the Community
Planning on digging in your yard? Calling 811 first has proven to be the best preventive measure for excavating safely.
Healthier teeth lead to healthier employees, fewer sick days, and a stronger bottom line.
Take control of your accounts today so your loved ones aren’t left guessing tomorrow.
Breadshop, located in Kaimukī, isn't your typical bakery. Founder and owner Chris Sy says from its inception, he wanted Breadshop to be "an exploration of bread products" and "make a difference in what was available here."
In the BOSS Survey and 808 Poll, Hawaiʻi business owners and executives revealed some surprising opinions on a range of topics
Like many businesses, Off The Hook Poke Market started with a passionate idea and a unique vision: to serve the freshest, most delicious poke in Hawai‘i.
Cades Schutte continues legacy of legal excellence with a new firm record for 2026 "Lawyer of the Year" award winners in Honolulu.
Here are how business leaders in Hawai'i use AI
Hawai‘i led the nation in outlawing chlorpyrifos, but Dr. Lee Evslin says pending legislation in the U.S. Congress might prevent EPA review of new scientific evidence, which opponents say could limit states’ roles in the future
Survey shows nearly 60 percent of business leaders think the state's economy will get worse in the year ahead
A story doesn't come alive through words alone. It's the photographers, designers and art directors who give our reporting its visual heartbeat. And no one does that better than our creative director, Jeff Sanner.
Honolulu former deputy chief of police John McCarthy describes the stresses, and rewards, of police work in Hawai`i. Some days, "it's zero to 60" with a single call.
Conditions may finally be ripe for a rebound in diversified agriculture
NFL players ranked Washington Commanders head coach one of the highest head coaches in the league
Effective Third-Party Claim Administrative Services combine local and technical expertise with customized programs tailored for individual organizations.
Many places in the U.S. manufacture chocolate, but only Hawai‘i cultivates its main ingredient, cacao, on a commercial level. Efforts to establish Hawai‘i as a globally recognized gourmet chocolate producer are gaining momentum.
A closer look at some of the Top 250 companies making steady progress and setting benchmarks in their fields.
Daily visitor or long-term parker? Find up-to-date information on locations, daily or monthly prices, and more in our refreshed online parking guide.
As we commemorate the two-year marker since the devastating Maui wildfires of August 2023, our thoughts are with those we lost, and every survivor impacted by this tragedy. But we have also been so inspired and moved by the overwhelming…
Kaiser Permanente and its many community partners are committed to Maui's continued path to recovery.
Insights from the CEO Chronicles Closing Session at the 2025 Leadership Conference
The accolades were handed out during the Society of Professional Journalists’ annual statewide competition. Among those winning multiple awards for the magazine were Cynthia Wessendorf, Jeff Sanner and Noelle Fujii-Oride.
Founded over 70 years ago by courageous Nisei veterans returning from World War II, CPB was built on a commitment to inclusion and opportunity. That legacy continues today as we proudly serve Hawaii, honoring the values of aloha, respect, and…
Through its Smile Makers initiative, the HDS Foundation is helping local students pursue dental careers and serve their island communities.
Why your family’s financial conversations matter more than ever
A vintage streetwear shop born from pop-ups, Harbors Vintage now has two locations and a loyal following. Owner Arik Ma saw a gap, and filled it.
Recognizing excellence in Hawaiʻi's commercial real estate industry with NAIOP Hawaii's 28th annual Kukulu Hale Awards.
INPEACE, among the local nonprofits hurt by cuts in federal grants, has pivoted to seeking new funding while keeping its programs running, CEO Sanoe Marfil says.
People Strategies Hawaiʻi offers off-site retreats that build trust, clarity, and connection.
ALTRES shares how it’s helping Hawai‘i businesses tackle 2025’s workforce, tech, and security challenges. From upskilling teams to supporting HR strategy and cybersecurity awareness, the company is focused on long-term growth. Learn how ALTRES is adapting alongside its clients.
Andy Kinghan is the go-to guy when you want a “smart home” that takes advantage of the latest technology in audio, video, networking, security, lighting and even automatic window shades.
Respondents in both the BOSS Survey of business owners and executives and the 808 Poll of the general population were asked to rate Gov. Josh Green in four areas. They were also asked to assess the performance of their county mayor.
Daily visitor or long-term parker? Find up-to-date information on locations, daily or monthly prices, and more in our refreshed online parking guide.