Author: Michelle Okada

Top 250 CEO Celebration 2025

On August 13, Hawaii Business Magazine gathered Hawai‘i’s Top 250 companies at the Capitol Modern for an evening of celebration and connection. Leaders from across the state came together to recognize the achievements of Hawai‘i’s largest businesses and the people driving their success. Mahalo to our sponsors for making this event possible, and congratulations to all of this year’s honorees!

Peter Ho, CEO of Bank of Hawai‘i

"It is the best job in the world," Ho says about his role as CEO of Bank of Hawaii. In a far-ranging interview, he told Hawaii Business about his thoughts on the growth trajectory of Hawaii's economy, the future of Bank of Hawaii and the role of technology and AI.

West O‘ahu Magazine 2025

As the Leeward side grows and evolves, so too do the investments being made in workforce development and in health care. Meet some of the people and organizations driving positive change within the communities of West O‘ahu.

20 for the Next 20: Nominate Local Emerging Leaders

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.

Hawai‘i Private School Report 2025

In today’s fast-changing world, private schools are adapting and innovating to better prepare students to thrive, not only academically, but for the rest of their lives. Technology is galloping ahead, AI is already changing our daily lives, and the world…

Not an Ordinary Bakery

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."

The Highest Honor in Our Field

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.