I Used to Be a Little Scared of Retirement. Not Anymore.
After 38 years in the local news media, Hawaii Business’ editor and executive publisher is getting ready to kick back and enjoy semi-retirement.
Leadership
Black Book 2024: 410 Executives of Hawai‘i’s Most Influential Organizations
Profiles of business and nonprofit leaders in every sector, from construction and energy to education and health care.
Are Elites Growing the Pie or Simply Their Pieces?
The U.S. ranks lower than expected on the Elite Quality Index, pointing to institutions that concentrate power and wealth.
New CEO Joe Sprague Explains What’s Next for Hawaiian Airlines
CEO Joe Sprague talks about airfare prices, the future of nonunion employees, interisland flights, and maintaining the Hawaiian brand while coordinating with Alaska Airlines on flights, rewards programs and customer service.
Finding the Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Office Setup
Alexander MacGregor uses his training in occupational therapy to redesign workspaces and prevent conditions such as carpal tunnel, sciatica and neck pain.
Can Waikīkī’s Business Improvement District Be a Model for Downtown?
Businesses agreed to increase property taxes for hospitality, cleaning and landscaping, and more security. Many say the extra cost is worth it.
Seeking a Way Forward on Ceded Lands
The standoff at Maunakea helped spur a new effort at finding solutions after more than a century of mismanagement of the Hawaiian Kingdom’s ceded lands, often called Kingdom Lands.
2024 CEO of the Year: Christine Camp of Avalon Group
She came to Honolulu from South Korea as a child with limited English and modest means. Her company now owns or manages 1,100 residential units and 2.3 million square feet of gross leasable floor space across Hawai‘i.
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.
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.