Employers seeking qualified workers are facing unprecedented skills shortages among potential employees. Here are five proactive strategies companies can take to help ensure a stronger workforce. 1. Tap into employee referrals Many companies are finding success with personal referrals. “These…
For more than five decades, astronomy has enriched young minds, fortified the local workforce and pumped millions of dollars into the economy. Going forward, the industry could be pivotal in helping Hawaii Island rise from the devastating lava flows by…
Here is a convenient guide to the industry leaders featured in this month’s issue. Bacon Universal Co., Inc. Corporate Headquarters 918 Ahua Street, Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)839-7202 | baconuniversal.com Kaikor Construction 94-1388 Moaniani Street #401 Waipahu, HI 96797 (808)841-3110…
Logistics in fresh food distribution—think eggs, berries, local beef, baked goods—is an incredibly complex business, but it’s one in which Chad Buck has excelled. His company, Hawaii Foodservice Alliance, operates 24/7, 365 days a year, distributing highly perishable products across…
What does it take to succeed in Hawaii? See stories from local companies that are celebrating important milestones. Each has its own unique recipe for achievement and accomplishment. Nordic PCL Construction, Inc. N&K CPAs, inc. Aloha Air Cargo
Learn more about what makes Hawaii's Top 250 companies successful in these select profiles. Featuring: Hawaiian Telecom Swinerton Hawaii Gas Kahala Nui Hawaii Pacific Health Maryknoll School HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union Fresh Island Fish Par Hawaii Dorvin D. Leis Co.,…
You worked hard for your money. Succession planning is of vital importance, usually requires a complex planning process, and is too often left until too late. These professionals have the expertise to guide you through a process critical to protecting…
A good job description will help attract the right candidates for your company and make the hiring process much easier and efficient. With a little fine-tuning and patience, you’ll be able to find the right candidate. Use Clear and Searchable…
“I wanted to bring back the spirituality of Hawaiian design. We have so much to share with the world.” — Manaola As fashion designer Manaola and partner/CEO Zachary Pang recall, “The MANAOLA brand started with a thousand dollars and the…
Hawaii Business magazine’s Leaders in Technology features businesses that provide services and solutions that your company needs to operate in today’s “Age of Disruption.” These services include process improvement, support with mergers and acquisitions, expertise in intellectual property rights and…
Protect your company and clients. The companies featured is this special section will help safeguard your mission-critical systems and operational plans. Their solutions encompass emergency management, Homeland Security, data centers, liability protection and more from Hawaii’s leading specialists. Brought…
The OLD traditions, the NEW ideas Aloha and welcome from the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce. Based in Hilo, the chamber’s membership includes nearly 300 businesses, non-profit organizations and professionals who support the chamber’s mission. For 120 years the…
Celebrating some of the most successful real estate agents in Hawaii: agents on the most distinguished list and those with the most transactions. Featured Agents Iku S. Honda John “Jack” Tyrrell Leiola Augustine Kelly Shaw Sophia A. Yunis
Recognizing Excellence in Hawaii's Commercial Real Estate Industry Welcome to NAIOP Hawaii’s 21st annual Kukulu Hale Awards NAIOP Hawaii has served as the state’s foremost association of development industry leaders and decision makers since 1988. Our annual Kukulu Hale Awards…
John Ferguson, Director of Business Development simplicityHR by ALTRES Most business owners aren’t human resources experts. Of course you want to take care of your people, but the burden of handling payroll, benefits, legal compliance, workers’ compensation, training, etc., can be…
Hawaii Business recognizes Hawaii’s top real estate professionals with our 12th annual Top 100 in Real Estate list Featuring the top real estate agents in Hawaii by sales volume. Learn more about these successful agents and what made them the…
The path toward sustainability starts with each of us Our Message in Green Hawaii is Simple: The path toward sustainability starts with each of us. A business, nonprofit organization, family and individual can each do their part to promote a greener future for…
Education. Advancement. Success. Learn how these institutions can expand your education and help develop new skills. This special section provides information about advanced degrees, special certifications, and mentorship programs to provide you with the opportunity to advance your career. …
The companies featured provide solutions that are innovative, efficient and save money. This guide will help you to plan better practices that will benefit your company and community. We all share a goal of living in a vibrant, healthy community…
Most business owners aren’t human resources experts. Of course you want to take care of your people, but the burden of handling payroll, benefits, legal compliance, workers’ compensation, training, etc., can be overwhelming. Here are four signs it’s time to…
Table of Contents A message from the Maui Economic Development Board: Seeding Innovation Growing Pains for Maui’s Hot Economy Unemployment is near zero, but business leaders want to see more high-skilled, high-wage jobs Renewable Projects Light Up Economy Maui’s first…
Unemployment is at a record level in Hawaii and talent is scarce. Finding qualified employees requires much more than posting a job on your website or on Craigslist, CareerBuilder, or LinkedIn. Finding talent takes talent. It is an employee market…
Employees have spoken in the 2018 Best Places to Work Survey. Read on to find out where they work and why they love their jobs.
Employee engagement is measured by the commitment level an individual has in helping a company achieve its business goals. Engagement in the American Workplace Benefits of An Engaged Workforce An engaged workforce leads to improved productivity, stronger company performance,…