About Huakaʻi Creative
Your Marketing Partner in Hawaiʻi
Huakaʻi Creative is a locally owned strategic marketing and communications agency based in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. We serve small businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies across the state.
Introduction
Local Experience You Can Rely On
Aloha, I'm Chris — founder and creative director of Huakaʻi Creative. Growing up here in Hawaiʻi, I've seen how locally rooted businesses and organizations are the backbone of our communities. They create meaningful connections, provide essential services, and shape the future of our islands. That's exactly who I built this agency to serve.
Drawing from more than 10 years of marketing experience in Hawaiʻi, I collaborate with a team of professionals who specialize in digital marketing, web design and development, SEO, graphic design, photography, and video production. Together, we partner with small businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies to develop strategies that reflect their purpose while delivering measurable impact.
Every client matters—we're not just looking for projects to execute and invoice. We’re genuinely interested in seeing you succeed by sharing the best tools, strategies, and support for your needs.
Chris Yoakum, Creative Director
Our Values
Rooted in Community. Driven by Integrity.
Huakaʻi Creative was founded on a simple premise: integrity and good work yield the best results — for our clients, and for the community we serve. Our ethos is grounded in honesty, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering work that makes a difference.
Integrity
Honest work, transparent process, and accountability.
Communication
You'll always know where your project stands and what's next.
Excellence
Every project is crafted with care, expertise, and done on time.
Giving Back
We donate 1% of our net profits to Hawaiʻi Island nonprofits.
Experience Across Industries
We've partnered with businesses and organizations across a wide range of industries, including:
How It Works
A Clear Process — No Guesswork
Every project follows a step-by-step process designed to keep you informed, aligned, and confident from first conversation to final delivery.
Consultation
We start with a strategy call to understand your goals, challenges, and vision.
Proposal
You receive a clear scope of work and project estimate. No surprises.
Discovery
We meet to develop your design brief and align on direction before any work begins.
Build
Strategy becomes execution. We design and develop your project with care and precision.
Revisions
Collaborative review rounds ensure the final product reflects your goals and meets the mark.
Delivery
Final files, training, and a complete handoff — so you're ready from day one.
Trusted by Hawaii Businesses and Organizations
Let's Talk Story
Book a free consultation or submit a project inquiry to see how we can help.