- In the MediaSpotlight Now: Native Hawaiian Education Funding Restored, but Uncertainty isn’t OverJune 2, 2026
Hawai‘i News Now — Native Hawaiian education organizations say they’re relieved after Sen. Brian Schatz announced $46 million in funding was restored, but remain concerned about what comes next.
Read More - In the MediaIntroducing the 40 Under 40 Class of 2026June 2, 2026
Pacific Business News — Pacific Business News is pleased to introduce the 40 Under 40 Class of 2026, the 27th year PBN has recognized outstanding young leaders in Hawai‘i’s business and nonprofit communities.
Read More - In the MediaClaire Sullivan - Pilali PodcastJune 1, 2026
Pilali — Ashley Lukens and Wren Wescoatt sit down with Claire Sullivan to talk about the evolution of Hawaiʻi’s local food movement and the systems needed to support farmers and communities.
Read More - In the MediaMade in Hawai‘i. Scaling Globally with Mana Up.June 1, 2026
Hawai‘i Business Magazine — The islands have long exported talent – young entrepreneurs who leave for San Francisco, New York or Seattle in search of capital, mentorship and scale. Meli James and Brittany Heyd decided to reverse that trend.
Read More - In the MediaNoelani Goodyear-Ka‘ōpua to Head UH Native Hawaiian InitiativesMay 29, 2026
University of Hawai‘i News — University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel has announced her recommendation that Noelani Goodyear-Kaʻōpua be appointed as the interim director of the Hawaiʻi Papa O Ke Ao Native Hawaiian Place of Learning Advancement Office for the UH System and UH Mānoa.
Read More - In the MediaPacWhale Eco-Adventures announces return to Lahaina Harbor in June 2026May 28, 2026
Maui Now — PacWhale Eco-Adventures, the social enterprise of Pacific Whale Foundation, will resume ocean operations from Lahaina Harbor beginning June 1, 2026, marking a meaningful milestone in Maui’s ongoing recovery following the 2023 wildfires.
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