Voice of Business Podcast by the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii

Darren "Kai" Oshiro is currently a 1LT in the Hawaii Army National Guard and deployed with 1-487FA to Afghanistan in 2019-2020.  Kai bought his first printer, a Prusa MK2, in 2016 and has been a 3D printing enthusiast ever since.   On this episode, learn about Kai's mission with his company, Simply 3D Hawaii, and how various industries have benefited from using the tool.  As the “Vo...

In 1987, Don Murphy purchased what was then the Royal Hawaiian Saloon and opened Murphy’s Bar and Grill. Since then, Don and Marion Murphy have been giving customers a taste of the Irish homeland. Learn about how Don got his start at Murphy's, how they continue to give back to the community, and some of the signature dishes that you need to try when you make your trip to Murphy's.  As th...

What is sector partnership? And what is its role in providing employer-led workforce solutions? Understand how the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii and the private sector + education partners are partnering to build Hawaii’s future engineering workforce.  Today's guests are: Keala Peters, Executive Vice President, Education & Workforce Development, Executive Director of Sector Partnerships, of...

During today's podcast, understand the importance of work-based learning in developing our future workforce. Featured guests include: Lord Ryan Lizardo,  Program Manager of Work-Based Learning at the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Kim Virtudazo, Freshman Success Academy Lead Teacher at Campbell High School Geraldine Valencia Academy Coordinator at Campbell High School As the “Voice of Business” i...

Collaborations are having more of an impact than ever before when it comes to preparing Hawaii students for next generation jobs. It is definitely not “business as usual.” Dive deeper into some of the ways that the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is working with community partners to create a positive impact on Hawaii's future.  On this episode, Join Keala Peters, Executive Vice President, Educati...

Join us as we sit down with Katie Kaahanui, Program Manager of Hawaii is Hiring and Christina Cooper, Division Manager of Executive Solutions at Staffing Solutions of Hawaii, as they talk all about the current job market, what types of skills employers are looking for, and more.  As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose miss...

Peter Hirano is the Executive Vice President of People & Strategic Initiatives at Servco Pacific Inc.  In this role, he oversees the Human Resources function for all of Servco’s global business entities, in addition to all projects and new initiatives for Servco Pacific Inc.   As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose mis...

We sat down with Charles Kaneshiro, President/COO at G70 to talk about what makes G70 a great place to work at. They were also selected as one of the best places for women to work at, which we dive more deeper into. In the second half, learn about the incredible ways that G70 has changed the design and architecture landscape in Hawaii. As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce...

This month, we will be highlighting three companies selected as part of Hawaii Business Magazine's annual "Best Places to Work" list. Selected under the "Small Companies" category is Hawaii Energy.  We sat down with Mireya Norman, Program Support Services Manager at Hawaii Energy to talk about all the great things that Hawaii Energy does for both their employees and the co...

Research shows a wish can give kids the strength to fight against and even overcome a critical illness.  As President and CEO of Make-A-Wish® Hawaii, Trini Kaopuiki Clark leads a team of nearly 30 staff and more than 700 Hawaii volunteers to support the organization’s mission of creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. A University of Hawaii graduate, Clark is an accompl...

As the District Manager with Securitas Security Service USA, Inc., Michael Gaul is responsible for all integrated guarding sales and services throughout Hawaii and Guam. Let's dive deeper into understanding the importance role of security in workplaces, and how the innovation of technology plays a role in it. As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide,...

Have you ever thought of or are in the process of opening a restaurant or business in Hawaii? What are the components needed in creating a successful restaurant?   Sit down with Bill Tobin, Owner of Tiki's Bar and Grill and Jo McGarry, VP of CBRE and the "Voice of Business" Podcast host as they share their top tips for new business owners on what you need to successfully run your bu...

Bill Tobin is the co-owner of Tiki's Grill & Bar, a husband, a father, an author, a consultant, and a blogger. He helps restaurants run better by providing resources for restaurant owners, chefs, managers, and supervisors to become better leaders. Tiki’s is the busiest independent restaurant in Waikiki with more than 150 staff on payroll. As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber...

An innovative force in the staffing and events management industries, Kathleen Lin-Hurtubise is the founder & president of Gourmet Events Hawaii (GEH), an award-winning full-service production, catering and event management company, Aloha Hospitality Professionals (AlohaHP), the first full-service staffing agency in Hawai'i exclusively dedicated to hospitality gig work, and Kau Kau Box, a...

Unyong Nakata is a member of the executive team at Y. Hata & Co., Ltd, and is specifically charged with the areas of Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Customer Service, and Supply Chain.   As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose mission is to serve as the advocate for business in Hawaii. Learn more online at cocha...

Born and raised in Hilo, Monty Pereira began his career in public accounting, and later became the GM & Director of Sales and Marketing for Watanabe Floral, Inc.  As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose mission is to serve as the advocate for business in Hawaii. Learn more online at cochawaii.org , and follow us on Inst...

Sherry Menor-McNamara is the President & CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii. As the leader of the iconic organization spanning more than 170 years, Sherry checks off many "firsts" in the position: She is the youngest, and first female and Japanese-Filipino leader.  As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit organization whose mi...

Siana Hunt is the Director of Corporate Philanthropy at ALTRES. She is responsible for developing the philanthropy plan for the organization, as well as leading leadership development across Hawaii in the communities ALTRES serves. Her experience includes an impressive history in the nonprofit field, previously serving as the CEO of Make-A-Wish Hawaii from 2011 to 2018.  As the “Voice of Business”...