July 28, 2026
More than 60 creative professionals, educators, employers, entrepreneurs, students, and workforce partners gathered at Entrepreneur's Sandbox on June 30 for the inaugural Creative Industries Employer Meet & Greet, an event designed to strengthen relationships across Hawaii's creative economy and explore the future of the industry.
July 17, 2026
When the Kona Low storm battered Oahu's North Shore, it left behind more than downed trees and flooded roads. It disrupted the livelihoods of small business owners who form the backbone of the community. In response, the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, established the North Shore Small Business Relief Fund, mobilizing donors to provide direct, timely support to affected establishments.
July 17, 2026
Jason Chung, vice president of the Military Affairs Council and co-chair of the Pacific Intelligence & Innovation Initiative, and former P3I intern Cade Fujitani joined Living808 to share how P3I is creating local pathways from education to meaningful employment.
July 17, 2026
A recent report showed that Hawaii ranked dead last in the country when it comes to business. The report measured 138 metrics. Hawaii ranked at or near the bottom for a few key categories including infrastructure, cost of doing business, and technology and innovation.
July 16, 2026
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii will host Kamaʻaina Come Home® presented by Zippy’s on Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Hookupu Center, bringing together local talent, employers, and community members for an evening focused on careers, connection, and community.
July 16, 2026
For 20 years, CNBC has ranked the top and the worst states to do business. This year, Hawaiʻi came in last place, number 50.
July 15, 2026
Hawaii is the worst state to do business in, according to new rankings from CNBC.
July 14, 2026
Hawaii ranked No. 50 in CNBC's 2026 Top States for Business. Here's how the 2030 Blueprint and the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii are already addressing the gaps.