HB20: Tricia Fujikawa Lee, First Hawaiian Bank
Under her leadership, FHB has earned the highest possible CRA rating through 11 consecutive examinations, the only Hawai‘i bank to do so.
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Hawaiʻi Primed to Revive Agriculture
Conditions may finally be ripe for a rebound in diversified agriculture
Top 10 Species You’re Likely to Spot While Snorkeling in Hawai‘i
Is that a manani or a Hawaiian whitespotted toby? Here’s how to tell the difference.
O‘ahu is in a Geological Sweet Spot for Fresh Water. Here’s Why
We looked into the story of the island’s freshwater, including where it comes from, how good it is and whether we’re taking care of it.
Tua Remains Hawai‘i's Best Paid Pro Athlete
NFL Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will make $50 million this year, returning as the highest-paid pro athlete on our annual list.
The Governor’s Choice: Hawai‘i’s Undemocratic Cycle of Influence and Power
The governor’s power to fill vacant seats in the state Legislature has been used at least 82 times. Some appointees then launched big political careers.
2023 CEO of the Year: Ken Sakurai of Coastal Construction
The construction innovator and his company have built almost 33,000 homes for local families over more than 50 years. He’s still building at age 84.
2018 Black Book: 364 Executives to Know
Welcome to the 21st annual Black Book from Hawaii Business Magazine – a valuable insight into who are the decision makers, movers and shakers of the state's business world.
Hawaii Business CEO of the Year: Eric Yeaman
In the 4 a.m. darkness each workday, Eric Yeaman slips out of his house and into the garage. Closing the door, he flips on a large-screen TV for the latest news and sports, and runs three to six miles on…
A Hawai‘i Island “Hot Spot” Aims to Be a Cesspool Model for the State
Kahalu‘u Bay on the Kona Coast of Hawai‘i island has a storied history as a former royal village with protected fish ponds inside a “menehune” breakwater, ancient heiaus nearby and petroglyphs carved into lava rock. Today it is a destination…
Private Equity Owns a Big Chunk of Hawai‘i’s Hotels. Here’s Why That Matters.
Private equity companies own almost 30% of Hawai‘i’s hotel rooms, a huge increase in the past two decades. We investigate the pros and cons.
Why the Big Bog in East Maui Is Now Hawai‘i’s Rainiest Spot
The state climatologist explains where the wettest places are and what factors contribute to all that rain.