If you're a local business owner looking to create branded promotional items: whether it's custom drinkware for your coffee shop, engraved awards for your team, or branded merchandise for an upcoming event: you've probably come across two popular options: laser engraving and UV printing. Both methods can produce stunning results, but they work in very […]
If you’ve ever walked down Ali’i Drive or strolled through Kailua-Kona’s busy streets, you’ve definitely noticed them. A-frame signs are everywhere, outside restaurants, at open houses, in front of boutiques, and pointing the way to weekend markets. There’s a good reason for that. These simple, effective signs are one of the best ways to grab […]
If you've been running a business on the Big Island for any length of time, you've probably noticed something. The most memorable local companies: whether it's your favorite coffee farm tour, that real estate team you always see at community events, or the restaurant with the killer poke bowl: all have one thing in common: […]
At Kona Impact, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) every day. We use it for financial analyses, business planning, writing, and, yes, making graphics. We do not fault anyone for doing so, too, as it saves time, often provides a better product, and gives new ways of looking at things. That said, is it a good […]
About ten years ago, we had a young guy, 20-something, come into Kona Impact for some vehicle magnets. Unfortunately, the guy left the island a few months after we met him, so his business never got off the ground. His idea? A mobile grill cleaning and repair service. I loved the idea for several reasons: […]
Looking for custom-printed shirts in Kona, Hawaii? There are basically two options: screen printing and DTF. There are some critical differences between screen printing and Direct to Film (DTF) printing. There are times when you would choose one or the other, but clearly, the Hawaii market is moving toward the more colorful, faster-turnaround DTF process. […]
As we get ready to tear off the last month on our 2025 calendar, it’s time to reflect a bit on what 2025 meant to Kona Impact. We started the year with no grand plan for how it would end. We, of course, hoped to grow the business and build on our strengths — quick […]
I started Kona Impact in 2007 with a dream of making a decent living and raising my family in Hawaii. Thankfully, things worked out well, and Kona Impact is thriving, with a great foundation for the future. Here are a few things I have learned along the way: Some will say everything I have written […]
Fast, Vibrant, and Flexible Custom Apparel Bring your designs to life with Direct-to-Film (DTF) shirt printing in Kailua-Kona, HI. Whether you need one shirt or one hundred, our cutting-edge DTF technology delivers brilliant colors, soft feel, and long-lasting prints—without the setup delays or limitations of traditional screen printing. Why Choose DTF Over Screen Printing? 1. […]