Why Hawai‘i’s Small Businesses Lose Out on Lucrative Federal Contracts
While mainland companies are awarded billions of dollars each year, most local ones don’t even apply. Here’s advice on how to compete.
Author: Mari and José Villa
State’s Restaurants Get Creative To Weather Higher Costs and Rapid Change
Owners are facing a convergence of price increases, from higher ingredient costs, fuel hikes, insurance and rental rates, and even a rise in the minimum wage. Meanwhile, customers will push back if restaurants raise prices too much.
Hawai‘i’s Best Places to Work 2026
Hawaii Business Magazine’s annual survey of Hawai‘i's Best Places to Work shows top companies deliver great benefits and best practices to keep workers engaged, happy and productive. But some employees still say they can’t afford to live here.
