Chozen-ji: Where Hawai‘i Leaders Find Courage and Calm
The Zen temple and martial arts dojo in the back of Kalihi Valley has become a sought-after place to practice the art of leadership.
Leadership
How Hawai‘i Connects the Many Pacific Nations
Our melting pot of Hawaiian, Polynesian, Asian and Western influences helps unite Oceania’s diverse islands and serves as a bridge to the world beyond.
Nonprofit Leader of the Year 2024: John Leong, CEO of Kupu
His extensive leadership experience and unwavering vision has built Kupu into a powerhouse environmental nonprofit.
Hawai‘i Data Collaborative Helps Nonprofits Make Better Decisions
Hawai‘i’s large nonprofits generate a ton of data but struggle to make sense of it all. Enter the experts at HDC.
How a Small Real-Estate Developer Is Building a Big Portfolio
MacNaughton has bought three local hotels, adding to its investments in residential projects, retail and more.
Helping More Women Sit on Public and Private Boards in Hawai‘i
The local chapter of Women Corporate Directors is creating a pipeline of talent.
Five Daughters Who Stepped Up in the Family Business
Profiles of Hisae Uki, Candice Sombrero Ishikawa, Alison “Bo” Tanaka, Heather Cutter and Clarice Casamina
Want Honest Feedback About Your Organization?
The Best Places to Work survey uncovers what employees really think and how to improve. Deadline to register is Oct. 18.
Remembering Bobby Senaha
The former Hawaii Business publisher and Blackletter Group founder was born and raised in LA, but he was a local boy at heart.
5 Steps to a Successful Corporate Social Responsibility Program
CSR isn’t just a side project. A well-designed program links strategy, profits and sustainability with the company’s social impact.
How AI and Automation Can Support Your Life, Work and Team
Local experts discuss the present and future of work in a session from Hawaii Business Magazine’s AI Summit.
Hawai‘i’s Legal World Evolves: A Roundtable Discussion
Senior attorneys from four top firms discuss new laws affecting their clients, workplace changes sought by younger lawyers and more.
An Important Hawai‘i Nonprofit That You Probably Haven't Heard Of
The Pacific Telecommunications Council helps set the pace for digital infrastructure throughout the Pacific.
Meet Jason Chang, the New CEO of Queen’s
The leader of Hawai‘i’s largest health-care system brings fresh ideas for expanding services statewide while stabilizing the financials.
Your Organization Needs an Auditor
Auditors uncover fraud, flawed processes and poor outcomes in the private and public sectors. They’re happy to recommend improvements too.
David Lassner on Challenges, Finances, TMT and Calm at UH
The outgoing UH president shares his proudest achievements, the changes he’s seen, times he didn’t want to read the news and advice for his successor.
For Maui: Lessons in Recovery and Hope from Japan
Local leaders in the Kibou for Maui Project share what they learned in Japan about dealing with disaster – both before and after it happens.
Hawai‘i’s Got Pride 2024: Spotlight on Chad Yamamoto
The VP of advertising at First Hawaiian Bank strengthens community connections through his work with the Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation.
Hawai‘i’s Got Pride 2024: Spotlight on Greg Waibel
The president and CEO of the YMCA of Honolulu says switching from biotech to the nonprofit sector was a “values match.”
Hawai‘i’s Got Pride 2024: Spotlight on Elena Cabatu
Hilo Medical Center’s director of marketing, legislative and public affairs advocates for women, girls and the LGBTQ+ community.
Hawai‘i’s Got Pride 2024: Spotlight on Justice Sabrina McKenna
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court associate justice is one of only a handful of openly gay state supreme court justices in the U.S.
Ken Kao: The Movie Mogul Among Us
The O‘ahu-based producer has worked with Martin Scorsese, Olivia Colman, Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Brie Larson and many other stars.
Talk Story with Chad Buck, Salesperson of the Year 2023
Inside his extraordinary rise from headstrong teen with a one-way ticket to Maui to founder, owner and CEO of Hawai‘i Foodservice Alliance.
A Honolulu Neurologist and Architect Are Tackling Brain Health
An eclectic group of local leaders has founded the Brain Health Applied Research Institute, aiming to draw from many disciplines and traditions to improve people’s cognitive well-being