Fellows mentioned in this story:
Elisia Flores
Meli James

From Hawai‘i Business Magazine:

For 26 years, the Hawaii Venture Capital Association has used its annual awards program to shine a light on the entrepreneurs and companies that choose to build, grow and innovate in one of the most challenging business environments in the country. The Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards recognize not only commercial success but also resilience, creativity and a deep commitment to Hawaiʻi.

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Corporate Intrapreneur of the Year

Someone who works in a large organization but advocates for innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.

Winner: Elisia Flores, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Elisia Flores, CEO of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, exemplifies intrapreneurial leadership through her ability to innovate and scale within a legacy family business while remaining grounded in its founding values. As the daughter of L&L’s co-founder, Flores operates at the intersection of entrepreneurship and corporate leadership, bringing both heritage and forward-thinking strategy to the organization.

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