Ho'okela AWards & LuncheonRetail Merchats of Hawaii recognizes that during the past few years, it was not just one person but a team effort in pivoting, giving back to the community and navigating the many challenges retailers face. Without these outstanding retailers, our community and visitors would not experience the full magnitude of our industry’s aloha spirit. So, it is only right that we recognize their continued great work and dedication. cALLING FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE HO'OKELA AWARDS!The Ho'okela Awards celebrate excellence in various categories, recognizing the hard work and dedication of both retail and non-retail community teams. We believe that your insights can help us unearth those hidden gems who deserve to be honored for their exceptional contributions. Categories for Nominations:
Know a team or individual from a company that shows exemplary professionalism and service, goes above and beyond expectations, and is visionary & innovative in problem-solving? Nominate them for a Ho'okela Award! Please send nomination form to kamak@rmhawaii.org by March 3, 2025 Click Here for the Rules and Guidelines to Nominations Click Here for Nomination Form Your participation is crucial in helping us uncover the best of the best. Please take a moment to submit your nominations by March 3, 2025. Your input will contribute to the selection of the most deserving winners who will be honored at our prestigious Ho'okela Awards Ceremony. congratulations to our 2024 Ho'okela Award WinnersRetailer of the year- Danene Lunn of Manuheali'i Retail Business of the year, State of Hawaii- Honolulu Cookie Company Chairperson's Award- First Hawaiian Bank Retail team of the year- Par Pacific's Hele Gas Stations Retail community team- Goodwill Maui Non-retailer community team- Bank of Hawai'i Mahalo to our 2024 Ho'okela AWards sponsorsPresenting Sponsor Honolulu Star-Advertiser Double Gold Sponsor Manuaheali'i Gold Sponsors First Hawaiian Bank |Honolulu Cookie Company Bronze Sponsors ABC Stores | Bank of Hawai'i | City Mill| Crazy Shirts | Hyatt Regency Waikiki | Par Hawai'i Recap of the 2024 Ho'okela Awards and luncheon. April 24,2024 at Hilton Hawaiian Village's Coral Ballroom |
How To Nominate Someone: Click Here for the Rules and Guidelines to Nominations Click Here for Nomination Form Due by March 3, 2025 |