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The most important news and updates from HRA and our trusted partners.
Hawaii Energy – Restaurant BONUS Offer!!
Hey restaurants, don’t miss out on 2x the rebates! Did you know that restaurants use approximately 5-7 more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings? That can really cut into your revenue, so to help you out, Hawai'i Energy has DOUBLED their rebates for...
New Member Profile – Gecko Hospitality
Gecko Hospitality franchise partners and recruiters work as a team to ensure every one of our offices across North America finds and places only the best professionals from our nationwide database of top-tier candidates. Our CPC-certified team uses a rigorous...
February Executive Directors Message
Executive Director Message February 2020 HRA members had a ROARING great time at our Annual Holiday Party! Mahalo to the Hukilau Restaurant, Anheuser-Busch, Rainbow Sales & Marketing, Market Advantage, David Livingston, Duke’s Waikiki & all our sponsors &...
ProStart Chili Cook-off !!!
Attention Chili Lovers! The HRA Educational Foundation is very excited to announce our next fundraiser to support their ProStart Program! Please join us on March 7 at Koko Marina 11am-2pm for The Great Hawaiian Chili Cookoff! This fun event will feature...
Guests with Allergies – Are you keeping them safe?
Did you now that up to 10% of U.S. Adults have some type of food allergy? There are the “Big Eight” common allergens, and 90% of allergic reactions are caused by them, but there is a wide range of lesser known Allergens. Does your staff know how to handle a guest that...
Free Worksite Biometric Screenings with HMAA!
HMAA is pleased to offer FREE Blood Pressure and Body Composition screenings to HRA member businesses again this year! This is an easy and convenient way to incorporate wellness initiatives in the workplace and for employees to take the next step toward healthy...
New Member Profile – Slateshore Recovery
Attention HRA Members Has your company accepted Visa or MasterCard branded credit cards between January 1, 2004 - January 24, 2019? If so, you may be eligible to recover a portion of an approximate $6 Billion Settlement that was preliminarily approved by the court....
Your Investment in Food Safety Training
Making sure your guests have delicious AND Safe Food should always be a top priority in your Restaurant. You should always reach for a higher standard for both. The higher standard for your food may be to feature local produce. The higher standard for Food Safety is...
January 2020 Executive Director Message
I would like to personally thank all of you for your continued support of our Hawaii Restaurant Association. In 2020, I look forward to seeing our food service industry grow even stronger! HRA has another action-packed year planned for our members! January 27th,...