Who is a hero to you?

Stephen Mattai Chef, Wailua

“My dad. He’s the most successful person I know. He taught me how to walk tall despite obstacles.”

Vanessa Slater Bartender, Kapaa

“My mom. She was a single mom. Everything I learned about how to be strong and stand on my own I learned from her.”

Brett Pires Waiter, Wailua

“My grandfather. He moved to the states from Portugal and joined the military at 15, then came home, got married and raised nine kids.”

Joe Botchie Manager, Wailua

“Grandfather, a waterman on the East Coast. Before I would even be awake in the mornings, he would already be back with crab pots and flounder. A hard worker.”

Spencer Lauderdale Waiter, Kalaheo

“My dad. He did it all on his own, without help from anyone. He provided for his family and raised us well.”