They’re Light, Fuel-efficient – and the Cutest Darn Trucks on the Road
JDM Hawaii imports used kei vehicles from Japan, then repairs and sells them at affordable prices.
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20 for the Next 20 2024
Hawaii Business Magazine annually celebrates 20 people whose talents, accomplishments and potential set them apart as emerging leaders of Hawaiʻi into the next two decades. Past honorees have been described as energetic, innovative, entrepreneurial, talented, intelligent and charismatic leaders of tomorrow. These “People to Watch” may come from any field: business, public service, law, entrepreneurship, education, government service or elsewhere.
20 for the Next 20: Tracy Camuso, G70
As a partner in the Honolulu design firm, she’s helping resorts face the challenges of sea-level rise and start planning now.
20 for the Next 20: Naehalani Breeland, Ola Brew
With a new kī-based spirit preparing to hit the global market, this co-founder and president draws on her Moloka‘i roots to keep the company grounded.
20 for the Next 20: Chris Bailey, Wahiawā Value-Added Product Development Center
The manager of a new 33,000-square-foot manufacturing and teaching facility aims to help entrepreneurs develop marketable food products.
In-Depth Reports
The Heat Is Rising in Honolulu. More Trees Will Help Cool It Off.
Hawai‘i organizations were awarded $42.6 million in federal funds to expand the urban tree canopy. Some neighborhoods need it more than others.
Real Estate and Built Environment
Leadership & Human Resources
Hawai‘i leaders selected for ‘Ōiwi Leadership Accelerator
Participants will learn leadership skills while maintaining and nourishing their Indigenous and personal identities and perspectives.
New Leadership Accelerator Aims to Elevate Indigenous and Hawai‘i-Centric Leadership
The ‘Ōiwi Leadership Accelerator combines Native Hawaiian knowledge and values with Western skills to help Native Hawaiian and Hawai‘i-raised professionals achieve their leadership goals.
My Job Is Analyzing and Improving People’s Work Lives
From her Hawai‘i home, Amazon researcher Natalie Perez uses interviews, focus groups, surveys and more to understand employee experiences across the globe.
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.
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.
Special Sections
Building a Healthier Future Together
Kaiser Permanente is working to help address Maui’s mental health needs and forms nonprofit partnerships to increase food security in the Islands.
IIDA Hoʻohuli Awards 2023
The awards’ mission is to promote the value of Hawai‘i designers and perpetuate the interior design profession. This year’s competition was an inspiring showcase of the best and brightest in local interior design. We invite you to read on and learn more about each award winning project and recipient.
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Reviving Downtown Honolulu & Chinatown
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Wahine Forum
NOVEMBER 9
Money Matters Conference
Climate Change & Nature
These Eco-Friendly Surfboards Are Made from Invasive Trees
Bizia Surf sources unwanted albizia wood to make alaias and other hand-crafted boards.