48 hours. One team. Shipped.
Hawaii Foodservice Alliance’s technology team completed the company’s first Web Development hackathon, a two-day event during which participants set aside assigned work to develop projects of their own choosing. Teams formed across functions, defined their own scope, and had 48 hours to produce a working prototype. The format was deliberate. Rather than assigning projects from […]
HFA @ Hawai’i Tech Week 2026
Hawaii Foodservice Alliance is joining Hawaii Tech Week 2026, running August 31 through September 6 across Honolulu. The week brings together thousands of founders, engineers, investors, students, and government leaders across more than 50 independently hosted events at venues throughout the city. We are coming as an operator, not a spectator. HFA is Hawaiʻi’s largest […]
Downtown Honolulu Family Christmas Event Brings Holiday Cheer to At-Risk Communities
The annual Downtown Family Christmas in Honolulu united local churches, nonprofits, and volunteers to spread holiday joy and support families in need across Chinatown and Kalihi. This year’s event featured festive activities, free gifts for children, and food donations from Hawaii Foodservice Alliance. Honolulu Police Department officers joined in distributing over 500 gifts, strengthening community […]
Hawaii Employers Council ~ Innovation in Human Resources Award
HFA is honored to be presented with the Hawaii Employers Council award for Innovation in Human Resources. HFA believes in people, encouraging them to discover their potential and make a meaningful impact in their lives, families and communities. Three core initiatives highlight HFA’s commitment to personal and professional development: First Generation Leaders HFA empowers […]
The Hawaii Business Podcast: Chad Buck shares insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth
Chad Buck, founder and CEO of Hawaiʻi Foodservice Alliance shares insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, highlighting his unique approach to business and leadership that has made a lasting impact on the Hawaiian islands. In this episode of The Hawaii Business Podcast, we delve into the journey of Chad Buck, owner and CEO of […]
CEO Chad Buck Shares Emotional Insights from Wildfire Relief Efforts
Chad Buck, CEO of the Hawaii Foodservice Alliance, was deeply involved with the thousands of other volunteers bringing food and other essentials to the survivors of the wildfires. He describes what he saw and the powerful emotions he and others felt. Chad Buck says he saw hundreds of families feeding and caring for other families […]
Wholesale Outlook feat. Hawaii Foodservice Alliance LLC
The largest challenge for HFA and the wholesale industry in 2023 is the rising costs of fuel, labor, and equipment for all forms of transportation. Q&A with Chad Buck Founder, Owner, Hawaii Foodservice Alliance What are some of your company’s most important (or interesting) projects and plans for 2023? Our most interesting project for 2023 […]
HFA Partners with Mana Up to Grow Distribution of Local Food & Beverage Products
Hawaiʻi Food Service Alliance and Mana Up are teaming up to help local food and beverage product businesses reach new levels of growth. HFA is providing a program that offers guidance on logistical support to help companies looking to increase their food distribution within Hawai’i and beyond. Participants in the program will receive mentorship and […]
HFA Partners with Hawai‘i ‘Ulu Cooperative to Bring Hawai‘i-Grown Staples to Neighborhood Retailers Across Hawai‘i
Hawaiʻi Food Service Alliance and the Hawai‘i ‘Ulu Cooperative are teaming up to address Hawaiʻi’s food security and self-sufficiency concerns by stocking retail supply chains across the state with locally grown staple foods that honor Hawaiʻi’s history, culture, and unique sense of place. Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Cooperative’s line of Recipe-Ready, Hawaiʻi-Grown staples will now be available […]
Construction industry coordinates food giveaway for hungry families
Read about how HFA has been coordinating food giveaways for families in need during the Covid 19 pandemic. Construction industry coordinates food giveaway for hungry families | KHON2
