Author: Sophia Compton

My Job: I’m Underwater With Sharks, Polar Bears, Walruses

This marine biologist works everywhere from the tropics to the poles. His goal: To understand and protect the ocean for the benefit of all.

Careers

How to Succeed Without 4-Year College Degree

If you have decided college is out of the picture, you can still succeed in Hawai‘i’s business world. But be prepared to work harder than those who have a degree.

Small Biz Editor's Choice Awards

Maui Varieties LTD. / House Mart Inducted into Hawaiʻi Small Business Hall of Fame

Maui Varieties is the parent company of 14 Ace Hardware and six Ben Franklin stores in Hawai‘i, as well as five stores in Seattle and Oregon, and two in Las Vegas. Maui Varieties also owns two Daiso discount stores on Oʻahu, which specialize in Japanese products.

Small Biz Editor's Choice Awards

Big Island Coffee Roasters: Small Biz Editor’s Choice Award winner for Hawaiʻi Island

A listing for a Hawaiʻi coffee farm caught the eyes of two Oregon natives as they surfed through Craigslist in 2010 during the aftermath of the Great Recession.

Small Biz Editor's Choice Awards

Koʻolau Distillery: Small Biz Editor’s Choice Award winner for Veteran-owned

In the early days of the pandemic, Ko‘olau Distillery pivoted from making whiskey to creating hand sanitizer, which it donated to first responders, hospitals and others in need.

Small Biz Editor's Choice Awards

S&G Labs of Hawaii: Small Biz Editor’s Choice Award winner for Health Care

S&G Labs of Hawaii began COVID-19 PCR testing earlier than other labs at the start of the pandemic in March 2020, says owner Lynn Welch.

Small Biz Editor's Choice Awards

Mid-Town Radio Disco Mart: Small Biz Editor’s Choice Award winner for Long-Term Success

Mid-Town Radio Disco Mart is an appliance, electronics and furniture retailer known around Waipahu for its hardworking team and quality customer service.