About the Business Achievement Awards

Pacific Edge Magazine is a premier business and lifestyle publication that shines a spotlight on Hawai‘i’s rising business stars, visionary entrepreneurs, and accomplished executives who drive innovation and success across the islands. The magazine serves as a platform for sharing stories of ambition, perseverance, and triumph, while also fostering connections within the local business community.

In 2008, Element Media and Pacific Edge introduced the Pacific Edge Business Achievement Awards, an annual program designed to celebrate the remarkable contributions, creativity, and leadership of Hawai‘i’s thriving business community. This initiative highlights individuals and organizations that exemplify excellence, innovation, and a commitment to shaping the state’s economic future.

The inaugural Pacific Edge Magazine Business Achievement Awards Gala took place in 2011 as part of the publication’s fifth-anniversary celebration. The sold-out, red-carpet, black-tie affair brought together over 100 nominees and set the stage for what has become one of Hawai‘i’s most prestigious and eagerly anticipated events. Year after year, the gala continues to honor the island’s most influential leaders, while fostering collaboration and inspiring the next generation of innovators. More than just an awards ceremony, it has become a cornerstone event that underscores the magazine’s commitment to celebrating Hawai‘i’s business excellence and community spirit.