Inside the Dragon’s Den
No need to dig a hole to China—Malik Cotter brings the healing arts of the Far East to Makawao Town.
Home Grown
Maui's farmers face a host of challenges. Here's what some are doing to survive—and why we all need to help.
Employing Poʻokela
For twenty five years, a small West Maui hotel has built its unorthodox business model on Hawaiian values.
An Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Eco-sensitive Bikini
For swimwear designer and professional windsurfer Lisa Letarte Cabrinha, green has always been center stage.
Keeping Good Company
The companies spotlighted here have defied the odds over the past two decades while others shut down. How have these businesses managed to survive?
Moving Heaven and Earth
In a shifting landscape, Goodfellow Bros. shows what it takes to stay in it for the long haul.
Eco-Friendly Maui
Sustainability Stewards
Meet some of the businesses and community members who are making our island – and the world – a better place.
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Recipe for Success
The Maui Food Innovation Center gives homegrown entrepreneurs the ingredients they need to build their businesses.
Banking on Maui
A local stock exchange could strengthen island businesses and give the community a greater voice.
Harvesting Maui Gold
Maui Gold harvests premium pineapple year-round, averaging 12,000 cases per week. That’s 3.7 million pineapples a year.
Best Slippah Forward
The annual 5k Visitor Industry Charity Walk is raising much needed funds for local Maui nonprofit organizations, one step at a time.
Paper, Scissors . . . Wrappily Rocks!
This Maui mom turned a throwaway commodity into a flat-out brilliant business model.
Haleakala Ranch
At this ranch, story is really not about cows or even about ranching. It's about land management. Open space. Preservation of primeval forest. Running a good business. Having a damn good time with horses. Helping the people.
Playing Their Part
The Maui Academy of Performing Arts could make a revolutionary difference to Maui's economic scene.
Da Local Scoop
Manuel Nobriga began making ice cream from scratch in 1932. Now Roselani is an island favorite dessert only available in Hawaii.
True to Their Roots: ‘Āina Brands
How a really bad cup of coffee resulted in support for our community.
Solar Q&A
Hawai‘i's subtropical latitude and abundant sunshine make solar power an obvious energy choice, but factors like proximity to the ocean create specific challenges. That’s why it's important to hire seasoned professionals.
