Commentary: It’s Hard to Say Goodbye to Teammates But Fun to Meet New Ones
We’ve gone through changes in recent years, so let me reintroduce our staff.
Steve Petranik
Steve Petranik has been an editor and reporter for almost four decades and now is the editor of Hawaii Business. Before joining the magazine in 2009, he spent 18 years as an editor at the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and five years at the Honolulu Advertiser. He’s reported from six countries on three continents and his stories have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post and Los Angeles Times.
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Commentary: Does It Matter Who Owns Hawai‘i’s Hotels?
We uncover the pros and cons of private equity ownership. You can make up your own mind about the results.
What We Can Learn from Three Extreme Leaders
Lyndon Johnson, Steve Jobs and Elon Musk got exceptional results, but often at an intolerable price.
In Hawai‘i, 57% of Employees Prefer Remote or Hybrid Work. Only 44% of Bosses Agree.
The newest BOSS Survey and 808 Poll tracks opinions about the UH system, remote vs. in-person work, and the tourism industry.
New CEO at OHA Explains Why She Took the Job and Her Goals for Serving the Native Hawaiian Lāhui
Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira joined the Office of Hawaiian Affairs on Nov. 1 after serving as budget chief for the state Senate and in several roles at Kamehameha Schools.
76% of Business Leaders Support Hawai‘i’s Emergency Housing Proclamation
That’s one finding in the BOSS and 808 surveys, which cover guns, government corruption, red-light cameras and more.
Mass Tourism Is Fine, Say 69% of Business Leaders and 73% of O‘ahu Residents
The BOSS and 808 surveys also show that many businesses are tightening their budgets in anticipation of slow growth ahead.
Hawai‘i Could Fix Its Housing Crisis
Experts have lots of good ideas, including more land for housing, more density and more Tokyo-style “by-right” development.
Holding Public Office Takes Courage, Especially Now
Journalists like us drive conversations. But elected officials act – and take the heat from an often angry, sometimes misinformed public.
Artificial Intelligence Is Already Shaping Hawai‘i
Five local experts discuss how AI is helping to synthesize data, generate ideas and handle tedious tasks.
Hawaii Business Wins 25 National and Statewide Awards
Noelle Fujii-Oride led the way with seven prizes. Read our winning stories on real estate and housing, child care and public schools, wildfires, ESOPs, salaries and more.
“Welcome to Hawai‘i” Should Have Limits
Hawaii Business Magazine’s editor makes a case for luring more affluent travelers to the Islands – and discouraging the budget conscious from visiting.
“The Power of Kākou: ‘Ohana Caring for ‘Ohana” on Maui
Chad Buck, CEO of the Hawaii Foodservice Alliance, was deeply involved with the thousands of other volunteers bringing food and other essentials to the survivors of the wildfires. He describes what he saw and the powerful emotions he and others felt.
Maui Strong Fund Supports 34 Organizations with Boots on the Ground
Micah Kāne, CEO of the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, describes how donations are being used to help the needy.
How Are Hawai‘i Companies Responding to Inflation and ESG/DEI Demands?
Our biannual BOSS Survey finds 57% of companies raised prices last year. And a surprise: ESG and DEI policies are not especially popular.
Is a Recession Coming? Here’s What Hawai‘i’s Business Leaders Say.
Our biannual BOSS Survey finds cautious optimism about the local economy, and more businesses say they’re flourishing or on track.
Hawai‘i Construction Companies Say Revenues and Profits Are Up
Our biannual BOSS Survey found the construction industry is doing better than other industries, but leaders are less positive about the permitting process.
Hawai‘i’s Love-Hate Relationship with Tourism Is Getting a Little Friendlier
Support for the state’s largest industry rose to 57% in the latest Hawai‘i Tourism Authority survey. It should probably be higher.
CEO Says New Investment Gives ProService Hawaii a Chance to Be Major Mainland HR Provider
Ben Godsey believes technology investor Silver Lake provides ProService with the expertise to expand its HR outsourcing into key national markets while staying based in Hawai‘i
The Other Gender Gap Starts in Kindergarten
As boys fall farther behind in school, it’s time to seriously consider the benefits of “redshirting.”
We’ll Reveal the New Mana Up Companies, But First a Giveaway
Mana Up is putting together a basket of local products from the 11 companies in its latest cohort. Here’s how you can win it.
For Women Entrepreneurs: Expert Advice, Original Data and a New Conference
This one-stop package helps Hawai‘i women overcome the challenges of launching and sustaining their businesses.
Fact-Based News Media Are Not Your Enemy
Ethical journalists “reflect the messy world as best they can” by reporting important facts and evidence.
Chris Benjamin Retiring; Lance Parker Will Take Over as A&B’s CEO
In a recent interview, Benjamin describes the company’s transition to being entirely focused on Hawai‘i commercial real estate.
BOSS Survey: What People Think About Life and Work in the Islands
Business leaders and local residents report on remote work, masking, events, tourism, paying for local products and more.
Hawai‘i Foodbank Has a New Model for Feeding 120,000 People a Month
President and CEO Amy Miller Marvin says, “We’ve completely changed our sourcing. It allows us to be more thoughtful about nutrition.”
How the Construction Industry Aims to Tackle Hawai‘i’s Biggest Problems
Five industry leaders discuss affordable housing, climate change, adaptive reuse and a multibillion project coming to O‘ahu.
Hawaii Business Magazine’s Most Popular Stories of 2022
Here’s what people are reading on our website and social media.
BOSS Survey: Only 7% of Business Leaders Think Hiring Has Gotten Easier
Compared to before the pandemic, most of the 421 respondents say finding employees is still difficult.
BOSS Survey Paradox: Results vs. Optimism
421 business owners and execs say revenue, profit and employee counts are up, but optimism about Hawai‘i’s economy is falling.
We Surveyed 112 Tourism Leaders to See How They’re Faring
BOSS survey shows revenue is up, and so are expectations for the future.
Why Young People Are Skeptical of American Capitalism
Some underlying deceptions are eroding economic mobility, democracy and efforts to address climate change.
How the University of Hawai‘i Diversifies the Economy and Nurtures Entrepreneurs
President David Lassner describes the system’s statewide impact, its seven areas of innovation and its goals for the decade ahead.
2022 CEO of the Year: Paul Yonamine of Central Pacific Bank
Hawaii Business Magazine chose him because he transformed CPB from a traditional local bank into a digital banking innovator and drove much improved financial results.
What’s Next for Atlas Insurance: Shifting from Broker to Advisor
President Chason Ishii talks about new cloud-based services, recruiting and retaining employees, and the expensive challenges of climate change.
How to Keep Learning: Shut Up and Listen
A frank conversation with the head of the State Commission on the Status of Women opened my eyes to the reality of many women’s lives.
Hawaii Business Wins Top Statewide News Award and 12 Others
In the annual SPJ Hawaii competition open to all local media, our honors included first place in Public Service Reporting for our in-depth report on the Honolulu rail.
The Reality of Abortion in Hawai‘i
Abortion is legal in the Islands, but access and support fall short. Khara Jabola-Carolus of the State Commission on the Status of Women explains what women really need.
Want to Know Why Great Employees Leave Your Company?
The Best Places to Work survey gives honest answers about what’s working and what’s not.
Costs, Prices, Customers: Everything’s Up at Hawai‘i’s Restaurants
The Food Gurus Hawaii Restaurant Index provides insights into a volatile year so far for local eateries.
