Adrian K. Hong is the managing member and principal consultant of Hong Consulting, LLC, a Hawaii-based firm dedicated to guiding organizations through the complexities of sustainability reporting and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. With a robust background in accounting, experience in compliance with environmental regulations, and experience running a small business, Adrian provides clients with strategic insights into ESG metrics, regulatory adherence, and sustainable growth initiatives.​

Alongside his consulting work, Adrian is committed to preparing the next generation of accountants for sustainability challenges. Hong Consulting provides education on ESG matters, helping accountants and professionals build skills vital for the future.

His diverse professional background includes auditing at Berntson Porter, conducting XBRL research for the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), serving as an instructor at University of Hawaii – West Oahu, and being president of Island Plastic Bags, Inc., a family-owned manufacturing business based in Hawaii. These experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial reporting, regulatory frameworks, and educational outreach.​

Actively engaged in the accounting community, Adrian holds the position of Vice President on the board of the Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants (HSCPA). In this role, he contributes to the advancement of the profession through outreach programs targeting high school and college students, fostering the next generation of accounting professionals.​

Recognized for his expertise in sustainability, Adrian is a Clean Energy Ally with Hawaii Energy, collaborating on initiatives that promote energy efficiency and sustainable practices within the state. His commitment to ESG principles is further demonstrated through his frequent speaking engagements at conferences and workshops, where he educates professionals on the importance of integrating sustainable practices into business operations.​

Adrian's dedication to business excellence and community development was exemplified when he graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program (10KSB) at Babson College. The program helps entrepreneurs develop skillsets that take their businesses to the next level.

Adrian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Master of Professional Accounting from the University of Washington, and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the state of Hawaii.

Professional Associations

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)  

  • Member | January 2019 - Present

• Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants (HSCPA)  

  • Member | 2012 - Present

  • YCPA Squad Member | July 2013 – Present

  • Board Member | June 2017 – Present

  • Vice President | July 2024 - Present

• Chamber of Commerce Hawaii

  • Policy Committee Member | March 2019 – January 2025

• Plastic Source Reduction Working Group - State of Hawaii

  • Plastic Manufacturing Industry Representative | Oct 2019 - Sep 2020

• Taxonomy Advisory Group (TAG)

  • Member | Apr 2012 - Jun 2014

Awards and Credentials

• Hawaii Clean Energy Ally | 2024-Present

• Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Alumni | 2017

• ESG Investing Certificate, Columbia Business School | January 2023

Education and Certifications

• Licensed CPA, Hawaii

• B.A., Business Administration, University of Washington

• Master of Professional Accounting, University of Washington

Speaking Engagements

• Learn About Building Benchmarking Compliance, Hawaii Energy; April 2025

• Learn About Building Benchmarking Compliance, Hawaii Energy; March 2025

• Learn About Building Benchmarking Compliance, Hawaii Energy; February 2025

• A Glimpse Into the Future Conference, University of Hawaii; October 2023

• Island Plastic Bags: A Case Study in Sustainability Reporting, Center for Accounting Transformation; September 2023

• ESG: What is it and Why it’s Important for CPAs?, HSCPA; February 2023

• ESG: Is it ********?, Bank of Hawaii; January 2023

Featured  

• ​Center for Accounting Transformation Innovation Insights – Innovation in Undertaking ESG Reporting (Podcast; May 2023)

• CPA Trendlines – Necessity Can Make You An Expert; August 2023

• CAI Hawaii Newsletter - Tips and Tricks for Complying with Ordinance 22-17; Fall 2023

• CAI Hawaii Newsletter - Ordinance 22-17 Reporting Date is Deferred; Fall 2024

• CAI Hawaii Newsletter - Better Building Benchmarking; Winter 2024

• Agents of Transformation, Adrian Hong, CPA, Center for Accounting Transformation (Featured Agent Wiki) | (Agent Video Profile)