Zigzagging from degree to jobs while finding the right career path
Many young professionals in Hawai‘i find their careers look nothing like the degrees they earned. Here’s how I found my way.
Author: Marianne Leano
How The Art Source Became A Manufacturing Powerhouse in Hawai‘i
The diversified company performs upwards of 80% of its production on O‘ahu. Here’s how they grew their business while keeping production local.
Kauaʻi Doctor Takes Aim at Health Risks from Roundup Chemical
US Supreme Court to consider Bayer petition to constrain states’ ability to require pesticide warnings
Mahalo, Oahu: Business and Community Leaders Move Hope Forward in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
On November 8, at Magic Island, a sea of Promise Flowers and thousands of walkers underscored Oahu’s standing as a national leader in corporate support for Alzheimer’s care and research.
Turning Passion Into Profit: How Hawai‘i Entrepreneurs Are Building Businesses at Local Markets
Whether a side hustle or full-time pursuit, these ventures are vital in coping with Hawai‘i’s steep cost of living.
Hawai‘i Leadership Academy — Registration Now Open for Spring 2026
Space is Limited - Reserve Your Spot Today!
Noem Vows to Review Case of Deported Hawai‘i Purple Heart Veteran
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified this week that she would review the case of Purple Heart Veteran Sae Joon Park who was forced to self-deport from Hawai‘i to South Korea in June.
Matson in Motion, "Ship-to-Shelf" in Photos and Text
Hawaii Business Magazine takes you down on the docks when the Matsonia container ship arrives at the company's Honolulu port. A precision-timed symphony of giant machinery and semi-trailer trucks work in concert with crane operators to unload hundreds of huge containers, packed with goods headed to stores near you.
His Business Is Helping Families With Their Business
After 15 years at Bank of Hawaiʻi, Mike Miyahira launched Business Strategies to help family-owned companies tackle their toughest challenges, from succession planning to deciding who gets ownership stakes.
Money talks at the table: navigating family finances during the holidays
Make room for leftovers and honest money talks this holiday season
A Local Bank for Local Businesses
We know you are passionately committed to Hawaii, and so are we.
Exclusive Interview with Hawaii Business Magazine's CEO of the Year: Ann Teranishi of American Savings Bank
Teranishi helped steer American Savings Bank through the COVID-19 crisis and its landmark 2024 transition from Hawaiian Electric Industries to an independent, investor-owned bank.
This holiday season, give the gift of possibility.
The Catalyst Fund is the heartbeat of the Hawai‘i Community Foundation. It powers everything we do and allows us to move at the speed of our community’s needs. These flexible dollars let us address our state’s greatest challenges in the…
2025 IIDA Hawaii Ho‘ohuli Design Excellence Awards
A night at ‘Alohilani Resort honoring design excellence, community, and Hawai‘i projects that transform how people live, work, and connect.
Ann Teranishi at the Helm of American Savings Bank’s Most Pivotal Era
Hawaii Business Magazineʻs CEO of the Year: From pandemic resilience to independence, Teranishi played a central role in shaping American Savings Bank’s most transformative era.
Artificial Intelligence in Hawai‘i K-12 Education - Part 2
Even those educators excited about the benefits of using AI in the classroom understand the challenges and obstacles. Here’s how they plan to deal with them.
Artificial Intelligence in Hawai‘i K-12 Education - Part 1
They recognize AI’s challenges and long-term unknowns, but they also believe that with proper guardrails, AI is already enhancing education, and students are benefiting. These early adopters are riding the wave, not trying to hold it back, and here’s how they’re doing it.
126 Years of Serving Hawai‘i’s Families
The mission of Child & Family Service is to offer a wide range of family services and to support everyone from keiki to kūpuna
Building Hawai‘i's Health Care Future
Through internships, mentorships, and youth development programs, Kaiser Permanente is working with community partners to. build a stronger health care workforce in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i's Young Pragmatists Are Choosing Trades Over Four-Year Colleges and Making Six Figures
Gen Z is flocking to trade careers in Hawai‘i, earning six-figure salaries while avoiding student debt. With only 43% of four-year college graduates finding jobs requiring degrees, the state's young workers are taking a more practical path to financial success.
Hawaii I.C.E. Map Taps Into Community Concerns About Unorthodox Raids
Masked I.C.E. agents are appearing more often in Hawaiʻi and across the country, raising concerns about due process and accountability. Reports show laborers, employees and legal residents being detained without clear identification or warrants. The trend is prompting broader questions about transparency and constitutional rights.
Nominate an Outstanding Small Business
We’re now accepting nominations for our 2026 SmallBiz Editor’s Choice Awards
Shidler College awards $1.2 M+ in scholarships as students thank donors
More than 300 students and donors gathered at the annual luncheon to celebrate scholarship support that’s shaping Hawaiʻi’s business leaders.
Kim Scott Brings Radical Candor to Hawaiʻi
The author of Radical Candor, a best-selling book on management, says, “Kindness is an asset. It’s the one thing we can do for each other that AI will never be able to do: have a real human relationship.”
Living Within My Means
In Hawaiʻi, where the cost of living far outpaces the national average, many residents are finding creative ways to make ends meet.
Haleakalā National Park’s Nick Clemons Talks About His ‘Dream Job'
Name: Nick Clemons Job: Chief of Interpretation, Education and Volunteers, and Public Information Officer at Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park's world-famous views, hikes and 25,000 acres of wilderness draw as many as a million visitors a year, and the…
Gratitude in a Time of $100 Million in Federal Cuts
Thanksgiving is a season of gratitude, but in Hawaiʻi, it has also become a season of resilience. This year, that message feels especially sharp. Our state is facing more than $100 million in federal cuts – a blow that lands hardest on those who need help the most.
Financial Planning Guide 2025
Hear what our experts on the following pages have to offer in regard to your financial plans.
Hawai‘i’s National Philanthropy Day 2025
Celebrating those who make Hawai‘i a better place. Meet the 2024 AFP Aloha Chapter Honorees.
Keeping Hawai‘i Healthy 2025 - Q4
Hear from our local healthcare leaders on key issues affecting our state in the coming year.
How an East Maui coastline got its ‘opihi back
Taking care of the fishing waters between Kaupo and Ke‘anae is a community affair.
HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union Invests in Education and Community Financial Health
HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union is guided by the belief that financial wellness is the foundation for resilient communities and brighter futures.
A Culture of Giving At First Hawaiian Bank Touches Everyone, Including Tellers and Even Retirees
First Hawaiian Bank's employee giving culture stands out with 98% participation. In 2024, employees contributed $874,000 of their own money, the highest among Hawai‘i companies, while volunteering 11,211 hours. Even retirees continue to give back.
HMSA celebrates its legacy and wahine making a difference
In 1938, a nurse named Margaret Catton proposed the creation of a nonprofit community-based organization to help pay for medical care. That organization became the Hawaii Medical Service Association or HMSA, which is now Hawaii’s most experienced health plan. Today,…
Hawai‘i's Most Charitable Companies 2025
Hawai‘i companies and nonprofits shattered giving records this year, donating over $349 million to state charities, nearly $50 million more than last year, while employees volunteered 90,000+ hours to support communities still recovering from the Maui wildfires and other critical needs.
Giving is good business in Hawaii
Encourage intentional giving and use employer programs to make every dollar go further
Three Things to Consider Before Buying a Home
Buying a home in Hawaii is an investment. It involves a lot of time, research, and finances.
A Bank that Knows What it Takes
Running a business requires a lot from entrepreneurs, and first on the list just might be a passionate commitment to Hawaii—because everything we do is for this place and its people.
Leadership for Hawai‘i. Leadership with Aloha.
Meet the people shaping Hawai‘i’s future. Hawai‘i Leadership Forum is committed to engaging and inspiring leaders to drive impact and catalyze positive change.
Preserving Local Customer Service in a Digital Age
At the intersection of innovation and aloha, Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) provides customer service that’s truly rooted in Hawai‘i.
HMSA Expands Community Impact with $3.4 Million in Local Investments
Made in Hawaii, for Hawaii: HMSA’s commitment to community health. See how HMSA invests in the health and well-being of Hawaii.
Hawai‘i Gas Employees Give Back to Communities Across the Islands
Hawai‘i Gas plays a vital role in fueling our communities and supporting daily life across the islands, committed to delivering reliable energy while actively addressing the challenges of a changing world.
Picking Through Pearls of Wisdom Offered at Hawaii Business’s Wahine Forum
You're going to fail. The question is: will you show up the next day? Hawaii's top women leaders delivered unfiltered wisdom on resilience and success at the state's largest business conference.
Young Professionals Seek to Make Hawaii More Affordable
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s Young Professionals Program brought together experts and leaders to influence public policy and inspire grassroots action.
Parting Shot Enters the Digital Age
As Parting Shot leaves print, the beloved photo feature finds new life on our digital platforms.
A Year of Calm, With Uncertainty Ahead
Hawai‘i companies and nonprofits reported revenue gains in 2024 – a stable year before tariffs and federal funding cuts created a more volatile economic situation
Keeping Hawai‘i Healthy
Hawai‘i Pacific Health
Health starts where we live, learn, work and play. At Hawai‘i Pacific Health (HPH), this means addressing community needs beyond traditional hospital walls.
One Kalākaua Senior Living: Honolulu's Only Fee-Simple Assisted Living Facility
To meet its goal as a vibrant community for longevity and healthy aging, One Kalākaua Senior Living has lush grounds, engaging social opportunities and a mission that aligns with Blue Zone values – places in the world where people regularly live healthy lives into their 100s.
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Wins 2025 Excellence in Business Award
Sherry Menor, CCE, President & CEO as the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose mission is to serve as the advocate for business in Hawaii.
8 Women Who Save Lives
Their jobs are difficult, stressful and sometimes dangerous but Hawai‘i depends on these women to step up when lives are on the line. We tell their stories and honor their courage, resilience and compassion.
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