Family Business Is In Full Bloom
By Celeste Nakamoto-Farinas Owner of Beretania Florist These days, it’s difficult to call a business that gives you personalized service and attention. For 75 years, Beretania Florist has prided itself...
View ArticleTo Rent Or To Buy A Home?
Hawaii is one of the most expensive places to rent or buy real estate. In fact, the cost of living in Hawaii is 30 percent higher than the national average! According to the Honolulu Board of Realtors,...
View ArticleBusiness Leaders On The Move In Hawaii
Jason Zambuto has been named retail general manager for Tori Richard Ltd. He now is responsible for overseeing the Tori Richard and Kahala brands’ retail divisions with an eye toward growth and...
View ArticleD.R. Horton-Schuler Division Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Family Traditions
By Mike Jones President of D.R. Horton-Schuler Division Home is where the heart is, and at D.R. Horton-Schuler Division, building homes is at the heart of a family tradition. This year marks the...
View ArticleCelebrating 35 Years In Hawaii
By Richard Monroe Owner of Rattan Creations The year was 1978 and I had just returned from the Philippines. In that country, I saw a great variety of rattan furniture. Rattan was very interesting...
View ArticleMaking Custom T-shirts Easy
For Gabriel Lipetz, owner of Aloha T Shirt Factory, the T-shirt is a canvas for a masterpiece to unfold. Lipetz embarked on his business venture eight years ago when he took the opportunity to stir up...
View ArticleWarren Buffett’s Investment Tips
Warren Buffett is considered to be the world’s greatest investor. He is currently the fourth wealthiest man in the world and the second in the United States with a net worth of $53.5 billion. He is...
View ArticleBusiness Leaders On The Move In Hawaii
Heather Piper has been named senior vice president of credit administration at Central Pacific Bank. In her new position, Piper will develop, oversee and administer credit approval and credit-risk...
View ArticleA Local Girl Bakes Treats — Sweet
Melissa Banglos, owner of Melissa's Sweet Treats | Photo courtesy Melissa Banglos If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I have a gigantic sweet tooth – as in huge! Therefore, when my...
View ArticleMore Tips From Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett is considered to be the world’s greatest investor. The annual meeting for his fund, Berkshire Hathaway, is dubbed the “Woodstock for Capitalists,” where many shareholders eagerly await...
View ArticleBusiness Leaders On The Move In Hawaii
Todd Taniguchi has been named chief financial officer of Maui Divers Jewelry. He will oversee the company’s financial operations, as well as lead and manage all fiscal functions including financial...
View ArticleTaking The Lead For Women
By Philana Bouvier Executive Vice President, General Manager of Young’s Market Company Hawaii It’s about making a difference! We want to be the best. We want to create something special. Early in my...
View ArticleOn The Fast Track To Fun
By Warren Cole Partner, Podium Raceway Experience the race of your life at Podium Raceway, Hawaii’s first and only indoor electric kart-racing track. Located at Kalaeloa (Barbers Point) in Kapolei, our...
View ArticleMore Wisdom From Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett is considered to be the world’s greatest investor. The past two articles discussed his incredible success at Berkshire Hathaway and his best investment advice. Please visit...
View ArticleBusiness Leaders On The Move In Hawaii
Wes Murasaki has been promoted to senior director of sales with Aston Hotels & Resorts. He now will oversee sales for Aston’s Oahu properties, as well as corporate, government and group segments....
View ArticleAn Online Customized Workout
Pro Fit Athletics’ Gabriella Sheindlin | Photo courtesy Gabriella Sheindlin Pro Fit Athletics brings fitness to the Web with just a click of a button. Conceived last July by owner Tyree Payne and her...
View ArticleThinking Of Going Solar? Read This
Everywhere you go these days, you hear an advertisement about solar. By some estimates, there are more than 250 solar companies in Hawaii, with dozens more opening up per year! The average energy price...
View ArticleBusiness Leaders On The Move In Hawaii
Wes Murasaki has been promoted to senior director of sales with Aston Hotels & Resorts. He now will oversee sales for Aston Oahu properties, as well as corporate, government and group segments....
View ArticleGoing Solar? Read This – Part 2
Last week we covered the reasons for Hawaii’s high energy prices and the common methods for going solar. Please visit artof-thinkingsmart.com for more information. With more than 250 solar companies to...
View ArticleArtistically Enhancing Your Home
Thomas Deir, owner of Thomas Deir Studios, can transform areas of your home into visual masterpieces. As an artist, he specializes in custom tile murals for kitchens, bathrooms and entryways. Deir also...
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