Recent News
The most important news and updates from HRA and our trusted partners.
April 2022 Executive Director’s Message
The HHRS team consists of The Hawaii Restaurant Association, The Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association and Star Events who all worked tirelessly to make sure this year's Hawaii Hotel and Restaurant Show was our best one yet. And it was a huge success on all targets...
Feeling the Pain of Staffing Shortages in Hawaii? Technology can be a lifesaver.
The restaurant labor shortage in Hawaii shows no sign of ending. With over 10,000 restaurant clients, Popmenu shares staffing and technology tips that are easing the burden of staffing. Feeling the Pain of Staffing Shortages in Hawaii? Technology can be a lifesaver....
Mālama 808 – Take the Pledge
Mālama 808 www.malama808.com What is MALAMA 808? Mālama 808 is a shared mission among restaurants and businesses that promotes best practices for litter prevention. We encourage our employees and customers to join in support of litter prevention. We also encourage...
Restaurants of Hawaii Show on ThinkTech Hawaii
Watch the bi-weekly Hawaii Restaurant Association "Restaurants of Hawaii" Show on ThinkTech Hawaii WATCH NOW ThinkTech Hawaii is a Hawaii nonprofit founded in 2001 and dedicated to raising public awareness through civic engagement by citizen journalist hosts and...
March 2022 Executive Director’s Message
Congratulations to all of our 2022 Hall of Fame inductees! My gratitude to Y. Hata & Co., Ltd our Presenting Sponsor, all of our Corporate Partners, the 14 Chefs of Aloha & all our event attendees! From the feedback I have received, everyone had an epic...
4 Marketing Tips to Help Your Small Business Attract New Hires
As small businesses continue their battle to bring on new employees, tactics to attract top talent have evolved. There hasn’t been much other choice. They’ve had to. With more than 35% of small businesses reportedly still needing to bolster their workforces, the hunt...
February 2022 Executive Director’s Message
This month we are honoring the Hawaii Restaurant Association’s Hall of Fame Pandemic Champions and Industry Advocates. I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to attend our Gala on February 28th to recognize and thank our honorees for all they have done...
HRA Educational Foundation – PayPal Giving Fund
What is the PayPal Giving Fund? Raising funds for charities through technology PayPal Giving Fund helps people support their favorite charities online through a range of respected platforms such as PayPal and eBay. PPGF then makes grants to the donors' recommended...
January 2022 HRA Executive Director’s Message
Aloha HRA members! First off, I must apologize for the late newsletter, as you may know, this year’s Legislative Session is off to a very busy start. The foodservice industry is grateful to our Government Relations Lead, Victor Lim. The truth is, he often jokes that...