This year's HFIA Convention is all about honoring the "local kine" roots that make Hawaii so special – a business environment unlike anywhere else. Join us at the Aulani Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina for HFIA's "Straight Outta Hawaii" 2019 Convention – a membership networking and education event that's Straight Outta HFIA Chairman, Toby Taniguchi's Big Island roots (President & COO, KTA Super Stores)  and his family's 100-year legacy in establishing and growing their small corner store into a hugely successful and well-loved landmark grocery chain on the Big Island.  

Click HERE to register online, download registration forms and view event schedule. 

11:30a - 1p
$25 to register - incudes 3-course meal

Guest Presentation: 
Governor Ige's ambitious Sustainable Hawaii Initiative includes efforts to double Hawaii's local food production by 2020. Local farmers and industry leaders will present on the State's progress.  

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Produced by the Hawaii Food Industry Association and sponsored since its inception by First Hawaiian Bank, the Made in Hawaii Festival features nearly 400 exhibitors who showcase food products, books, gifts, apparel and jewelry, arts and crafts, produce and many more home-grown products from around the 50th State.

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Cost: $25 (includes 3-course Meal

Guest Presentation: Attracting & Retaining Employees by simplicityHR by Altres* – New HFIA Member!

Join us for an evening of networking and camaraderie during our 5th Annual After Hours Networking & Made in Hawaii Exhibitor Show. Enjoy complementary pupus and adult beverages, courtesy of local food and beverage manufactures and distributors. 

When: Tuesday, Sept 17 from 5 - 9p (including educational seminar from 5-6p. See below for details) 

Where: Manoa Grand Ballroom (5th Floor of Japanese Cultural Center, Honolulu) 

Cost: $30 (parking included)