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Congratulations To ACECH Emerging Leaders Program Cohort #3 Graduates!

The ACECH Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) just wrapped up its third cohort with a graduation ceremony recognizing its 18 students on December 15. Congratulations to these emerging leaders who are ontrack to become the next generation of engineering leaders in Hawaii:Eric Arakawa, Troy Ching, Owen Crabtree, Jessica Galacgac, Ryan Ishikawa, Lureen Komoda, Gregg Kuwahara, Kamu Lacerdo,...

Architecture Outlook feat. G70

G70 recently launched a new service that helps its clients plan for sea level rise (SLR) in Waikīkī and shoreline resort properties. Q&A with Charles Kaneshiro, AIA, LEED APPresident & COO, G70 1. What are some of your company’s most important (or interesting) projects and plans for 2023? There are always a multitude of interesting design projects...

Mark Tagawa, AIA, LEED AP, Joins G70 as Architecture Principal

Mark Tagawa, AIA, LEED APPrincipal ✉ Returning to Hawaiʻi after practicing in Southern California at some of the nation’s top design firms, Mark's diverse cadre of expertise includes healthcare, education, workplace and residential projects. His portfolio embraces risk-taking with appropriateness while seeking rigor and clarity. Mark’s recent work includes UCLA Health’s Neuropsychiatric Replacement Hospital; City of...

CRITICAL PLANNING FOR SEA LEVEL RISE IN WAIKĪKĪ and SHORELINE RESORT PROPERTIES│G70 & Sea Engineering, Inc.

It is essential for Waikīkī and shoreline resort properties to prepare critical adaptation plans. G70 Planning - Sea Level RiseDownload Numerous resort properties line the shores of the famous and iconic Waikīkī Beach, and has flourished for decades in harmony with the ebb and flow of the tides. However, rapid warming of the atmosphere and oceans,...

2022 G70 Scholarship + Mentorship Awards Embrace Community

G70, a leading Hawaii design firm, in August granted two annual G70 Scholarship + Mentorship awards. The winner are Oahu high school seniors Katherine Liu of President William McKinley High School and Jaelen Myrick of Castle High School. Each receives four years of financial support, a mentor, a summer internship and a secured position at G70...

G70 Welcomes Mark Tagawa as Principal

HONOLULU – G70, an interdisciplinary design firm announced the addition of Mark Tagawa, AIA, NCARB, NCIDQ, LEED AP, as an Architecture Principal to the firm’s management. Returning to Hawaiʻi after practicing in Southern California at some of the nation’s top design firms, Tagawa’s diverse cadre of expertise includes healthcare, higher education, corporate interiors, and multifamily residential...

Women Winning in Business panel talks career development, leadership

By Stephanie Salmons  –  Reporter, Pacific Business NewsSep 30, 2022 The last few pandemic-driven years have proven to be a challenge for many, but were also marked by accomplishments, support and survival. So say the five executives who spoke on Pacific Business News’ annual Women Winning in Business panel, which was hosted virtually on Sept. 16. “I’m glad we’re...

Sages Over 70: Francis S. Oda

The former CEO of G70 and senior pastor emeritus connects architecture to local culture and the “sustainability of the land.” Francis S. Oda’s Christian faith and his leadership at one of Hawai‘i’s biggest architectural and engineering fi rms are not separate parts of his life. He lives them as one. “He doesn’t hide that he’s a...

Finding Purpose at Work | G70 Office Culture

A company's culture is the character and personality of an organization. In positive situations, it increases engagement, and can ensure employee happiness, productivity and retention. SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 | OUR ADVERTISING PARTNER It refers to how people interact, collaborate, and get along within the workplace. Though it may sound somewhat ambiguous, a positive work/office culture is extremely important...