About Huakaʻi Creative
Your Marketing Partner in Hawaii
Huakaʻi Creative is a locally owned marketing and communications agency based on Hawaiʻi Island. We serve small businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies across the state with a clear understanding of our local culture and marketplace.
Meet the Founder
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 who I built this agency to serve.
Drawing on 10 years of marketing and communication experience in Hawaiʻi, I collaborate with other creative professionals to deliver effective marketing solutions that align with your work and make an impact.
Every client matters—I'm not just looking for projects to execute and invoice. I'm genuinely interested in seeing you succeed by providing 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 the premise that 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
We do honest work and keep the process transparent.
Communication
You'll always know where your project stands and what's next.
Excellence
Every project is crafted with care, skill, and done on time.
Giving Back
We donate 1% of our net profits to Hawaiʻi 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 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 research and develop a project brief to understand your industry and brand.
Build
Strategy becomes execution. We design and build your project with care and precision.
Revisions
A collaborative review process ensures the final product reflects your goals and meets the mark.
Delivery
Final files, training, and complete handoff so you're ready from day on. Ongoing support if you need it.
Trusted by Hawaii Businesses and Organizations
Let's Talk Story
Book a free 30-minute consultation or submit a project inquiry to see how we can help. No pitch, no pressure.