LET'S DO LUNCH Interviews, meetings and even tense negotiations all go down easier when paired with a great meal or a stiff drink. Here are 10 restaurants for all business occasions. If you’d rather just have a drink or two…
Have an important story to tell? Communications expert Christine Matsuda Smith explains how to drop news that your constituency will remember. 1. Jump-start the coconut wireless: Think carefully about where your target audiences get their trusted intel – and more…
Every few years, we tell our readers about some of our favorite things so you get to know us better. You’ll find favorites from other staffers in a future issue. Cheryl Oncea, Publisher “When I can’t actually travel to Italy,…
Q: How can I build a workplace culture where mentoring is valued and fostered? A: Companies with an eye on the future know that mentoring is critical to long-term success. Creating a culture that recognizes and rewards formal and informal mentoring…
As a business owner, you might be looking to improve the health of your company. One move that can dramatically benefit your business is to own your own commercial space instead of renting. Depending on your company’s finances and other…
The most effective leaders inspire their teams by building a positive image and trust within their organization. Positive perceptions of leadership can support improved productivity, morale, culture, and retention. But how can leaders who may not interact with front line…
An outrigger canoe often serves as a powerful and apt metaphor for how Hawaii can move forward on the many challenges we face. In a canoe, a team paddles in unison toward a sometimes distant spot on the horizon. You…
We’re closing in on the end of 2018, which means there’s a long list of human resource housekeeping items that need to be squared away before 2019 rolls in. Here are some of the key HR to-dos that you don’t…
Hawaii currently has a structural deficit of 3.1%, meaning tax revenues only cover 96.9% of the state’s expenses. It’s a gap that has persisted over time, according to research highlighted here. This issue will be addressed in the upcoming legislative session, as it has in the past:…
Welcome to the 21st annual Black Book from Hawaii Business Magazine – a valuable insight into who are the decision makers, movers and shakers of the state's business world.
If there's one thing that businesses can count on, it's that change is inevitable.
22 local companies and business leaders who won this year's SBA Hawaii awards.
While Millennials now make up the largest percentage of the U.S. workforce (sorry Gen Xers), there’s a new group about to make their mark on the world – Generation Z. Gen Z-ers (those born between 1995 and 2010) will soon…
‘Tis the season of congested airports, packed planes, and long flights. Even the most experienced travelers will tell you that it’s stressful to travel during the holidays. If you’re getting ready for a trip this winter, here’s how to stay…
Established in 1953, the Tax Foundation of Hawaii is your eye on State taxes. We are an IRC 501(c)(3) organization that educates and encourages the efficient and effective use of public funds (our tax dollars) to operate government and deliver…
Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence, the American Institute of Architects, Honolulu Chapter presents: Awards of MeritPeople's Choice AwardMayor's Choice AwardSustainable Design AwardStudent Design Awards This year, AIA Honolulu celebrates the 60th Anniversary of its annual Design Awards program - and…
Contents Welcome Letter: Kailua Chamber of of Commerce Preserving East Oahu Go Holo Holo East Oahu Eats Company Profiles Sunetric: Renewable Energy Solutions Windward Community College: A Continuing Legacy of Education Wilson HomeCare: Engaging Environment for Seniors Archipelago Hawaii:…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM SOME OF HAWAII'S TOP EXECUTIVES, PROFESSIONALS AND COMPANIES BEST PLACES TO WORK PACXA Atlas Insurance Agency Ceramic Tile Plus and Exclusively Yours Hawaii State FCU BIG ISSUES & PROVIDERS IN HEALTH CARE Howard Lee Ashley Springer…
Dan Nakamoto (foreground) and Dennis Loveland remove Tutu Mele’s glasses for a polish in preparation for the 2018 Honolulu City Lights festival. The much-loved 18-foot statue and her friends receive cleaning, repairs and necessary touch ups every year. City staff…
The UH Manoa Shidler College of Business celebrated with donors and students at its annual Scholarship Luncheon at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and Resort in November. The event honors scholarship donors and their student recipients, and allows them to meet…
There’s truth in the old saying, “It takes a village to raise a family.” Parents And Children Together aims to be that village, offering a strong foundation from which children and their families can create their own positive opportunities in…
Tuesday, September 11, 2018, 8:30 am - 10:30 am They share the challenges of running successful restaurants during a Hawaii Business SmallBiz Academy event “West Oahu has been a great community for us,” says Jason Higa, CEO of FCH Enterprises,…
Imagine virtually walking through your new office space along with your colleagues and making design changes along the way in real-time; “switch out this wood wall for glass, change that marker board to a built-in monitor, push that wall forward.”…
(Below) State archivist Adam Jansen and volunteer Cheryl Isaacs-Kila examine records “so intrinsically valuable that if something were to happen, the loss to society could never be repaired,” Jansen says. Directly in front of him is the land ownership ledger…
C-Suite: CEO of the Year Theme: Evolve and Thrive How Successful Local Businesses Innovate to Expand and Excel in Today's Changing World Hawaii Business magazine and its partners invite you to Pomaikai Ballrooms on Thursday, December 6 as the C-Suite…
As a professional recruiter, I’ve spent decades matching candidates’ salary goals with employers’ salary budgets. In over 4 decades, I’ve never found it necessary to ask a candidate, “What were you paid at your last job?” That said, I think…
If you spend your workweek sitting in an office, frequently surrounded by sugary snacks, it can be difficult to stay active and eat well. Ryan Martin, head coach at Orangetheory Fitness Kakaako, has many clients who work in the urban…
Underriner enjoyed a 35-year career at Providence Health & Services that culminated in him leading the network of eight acute care hospitals and 90 clinics in Oregon. He took over Kaiser Hawaii in May and is eyeing how to bolster Kaiser’s…
New legislation in the movement for pay equality goes into effect on January 1, 2019. This leaves Hawaii employers just a few months to revise their hiring processes or risk breaking the law. The Equal Pay Act (SB 2351) is…
Paper timesheets, manual payroll calculations, reports compiled by hand—some nonprofits in Hawaii still do things the old fashioned way. Others have hired mainland payroll service providers with mainland customer support hours and a lack of familiarity with Hawaii law. Either…
When you’re a small business in Hawaii, every penny counts. Thankfully, with HMSA you can give your employees an affordable health plan without sacrificing quality care. Small businesses can save with our ACA small business PPO plans. Choose HMSA for:…
The head of Servco Pacific will be profiled in the December issue of the magazine and headlines a breakfast event Dec. 6 with the CEOs of Matson and Foodland Mark Fukunaga, chairman and CEO of Servco Pacific Inc. and CEO…
Thursday, January 1, 1970, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm It’s 2018 and ninety-one percent of countries still have laws that discriminate against women, said Amanda Ellis, an adjunct senior fellow at the East-West Center. “We still do not…
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Hawaii Business magazine's SmallBiz Academy returns to West Oahu! Oahu’s “Second City” has been growing exponentially and today West Oahu is seeing the fastest growth of any area in the islands. What does it mean for small businesses? At the…
In this world of smartphones and connected refrigerators, your customers and employees expect you to keep pace with technology. From retail to travel to banking, the consumer expectation of on-demand service is the new normal. This goes for human resources,…
What does American Savings Bank’s commitment to relationship banking mean for your business? They’ll consider your situation on an individual basis, assessing your unique needs and working closely with you to help your particular business achieve your particular goals. It…
Creative organizations are successful organizations. Learn to be both on November 3 at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, iLab Creativity is at the center of business innovation, and innovation is the engine of growth. Top-performing companies use creativity to…
Q: Should I buy cybersecurity/liability insurance for my small business? A: Cybercrime is one of the fastest growing risks to businesses of all sizes, and if you have private data that needs protecting, then you’re certainly vulnerable. Small businesses generally…
Jams World has been producing aloha wear in Honolulu for 54 years. The second-generation family business creates shirts, dresses and shorts that are known for unique and vibrant color patterns, which are sourced from artists globally. Jams World often finds…
A little Aloha goes a long way when building relationships. In business, a personal touch strengthens foundations and can lead to new opportunities. For any occasion calling for a corporate gift, Honolulu Cookie Company offers amenities of style and taste.…
Every fall, employers remind their employees to get their annual flu shot. That’s because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends vaccination as the best line of defense against the flu. But it isn’t the only way to stay…
Q: How can I use trade shows to build my local business on the Mainland? A: Local brands looking to grow on the Mainland are in luck. Social media and digital marketing provide many opportunities for you to connect with…
Learn what makes these wahine dentists leaders in their field The Power of a Smile The power and influence that arise from conveying a genuine smile. The business women’s orthodontist. - Malia K. Pietsch Kamisugi,…
We Are Wahine The Wahine Forum is Hawaii’s largest leadership and career development conference for women. Hawaii's top female executives, entrepreneurs, up-and-coming leaders and others intent on advancing their careers come together for a full-date event featuring national speakers and local…
Sharecare, HMSA and Blue Zones Project want you to FEEL GOOD while DOING GOOD. They are donating up to five hundred thousand dollars to five Hawaii non-profits and YOU can help! Here’s how: Step 1: Click here to download the…
We opened our first Hawaii campus on the island of Oahu in the fall of 1993 – 25 years ago. We couldn’t be prouder of the impact our alumnus make every day. If you know a Hawaii “Phoenix” then you…
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