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Our company is a general food wholesale company located in Hawaii, USA.

We have been expanding our business with honesty and trust for more than 30 years in the distribution industry in Hawaii, with the slogan “If you work hard, you can become the best.”

Our Brand is Hallasan, Daeseon, and Good Day of Korea’s representative liquor brands, food ingredient brand Sampyo, Taiwan’s steady seller of SHAMEI ice cream, HUNYA snacks, NOTEA, and POCAS beverages were successfully launched in Hawaii. In 2022, We achieved sales of $3 million.

As a subsidiary, we have “Rolling Colors”, a distribution company that produces and distributes souvenirs and gifts in line with the tourism industry.

Maui Cocktail Kits was founded by longtime mixologist Katy Kahele Tsark, who spent over 20 years crafting cocktails in some of Hawaii’s most iconic venues on Maui and Oahu. Inspired by her love for natural ingredients and local flavors, she created a line of handcrafted infusion kits featuring dehydrated Maui-grown fruits and botanicals. Designed for effortless cocktail-making, each kit brings the flavors of Hawaii into every glass. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Maui Cocktail Kits makes it easy to mix beautifully balanced, island-inspired drinks anywhere in the world.

Argent is an operational and technology consulting firm with a Hawaii-based presence and staff, dedicated to helping food distributors improve bottom-line profitability by optimizing their warehouse and delivery operations. Labor Work Performance Efficiency Work Measurement Standards Employee performance-based incentives Best Practices + Process Improvement Warehouse layout, storage profiling, slotting and inventory space optimization Delivery Drivers Component Pay (Incentives)

Analytics-driven Labor Work Performance tracking Please contact Argent for a complimentary operational assessment.

Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Genesis Systems is at the forefront of technology-driven solutions for water and food security. With over 21 national and international awards, we are committed to transforming economies by tackling two of the world’s most pressing challenges: water and food scarcity. Our mission is simple—deliver sustainable, high-impact solutions that empower industries, communities, and nations.

Genesis Systems’ flagship products, WaterCube and FoodStar, redefine water access and sustainable agriculture. WaterCube, developed in collaboration with the Department of Defense, enables users to generate water from air at scales ranging from 10 to 10,000,000 (millions) gallons per day—affordably and sustainably. FoodStar is a fully self-powered indoor growing system that increases crop yields by upto 1,900% while reducing water usage by more than 90%. These products empower businesses and communities to control their own water and food supply chains with resilience and efficiency.

Founded in 2017, Genesis Systems is a woman-led, veteran-owned company committed to making a tangible difference. CEO Shannon Stuckenberg shares, “We are honored to join HFIA and collaborate with fellow members in advancing sustainable water and food solutions across the Pacific. Together, we can enhance industry resilience and create new opportunities for industry growth.”

Paradise City Trading, with decades of experience in food service and health and beauty product supply, is thrilled to launch premium Vietnamese Coffee, Rice, and Sauce.

PepsiCo, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire poppi, a fast-growing prebiotic soda brand, for $1.95 billion, including $300 million of anticipated cash tax benefits for a net purchase price of $1.65 billion. The transaction also includes an additional potential earnout consideration subject to the achievement of certain performance milestones within a specified period after closing of the transaction.

The Original Flavor of YICK LUNG® Nibb-its™ loved by generations of locals throughout Hawaii since the 1970s in savory full flavored Twists!

Coca-Cola Bottling of Hawaii, a Subsidiary of the Odom Corporation announced the launch of the Share a Coke campaign in Hawaii. The campaign now features local names so Hawaii residents can share a coke with Tiare, Kawika, Mahealani and more. 10% of the names on these limited-edition bottles are uniquely Hawaiian, celebrating local culture and community.

“We’re excited to bring this iconic campaign to Hawaiʻi,” said Joe Carter, VP and General Manager at Coca-Cola Bottling of Hawaii – The Odom Corporation. “Hawaiʻi’s diversity and tight-knit communities make it the perfect place to share the magic of Coca-Cola.”

Mana Up and Hawaiian Airlines proudly present the exclusive Hawaiian Airlines x Mana Up Collection, celebrating Hawaiian Airlines’ 95th anniversary with unique products by 100% local brands.

The collection features one-of-a-kind products from Mana Up companies that are inspired by the legacy of Pualani and/or features archival Hawaiian Airlines designs. Together, our partnership helps elevate local businesses to global markets, sharing Hawaii’s premium products worldwide. “Support local” means more than dollars spent!

Brands in the limited-edition collection include: AVVA, ava + oliver, Bradley & Lily, Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals, Jules + Gem, Pono Potions, Surf Shack Puzzles & Tag Aloha.