- In the MediaMakai Aquatics Wins 2026 UH Venture Competition with Reef Fish Aquaculture InnovationMay 12, 2026
University of Hawai‘i News — The University of Hawaiʻi Venture Competition returned for its 26th year this spring bringing together student entrepreneurs from across the University of Hawaiʻi System to showcase innovative ventures addressing real-world challenges through technology, sustainability, health, and culture.
Read More - In the MediaWaimea Holds Town Hall on Emergency ReadinessMay 10, 2026
Big Island Video News — The “Emergency Preparedness: Lessons Learned and Preparing for the Future” meeting was held on Thursday, May 7th.
Read More - In the MediaWhen Corporate Doors Close, Businesswomen Build Their OwnMay 8, 2026
Pacific Buisness News — Women are not leaving leadership behind. They are increasingly pursuing it outside traditional corporate hierarchies.
Read More - In the MediaSolving Climate Anxiety with Elemental Impact - HumanizeHer PodcastMay 5, 2026
HumanizeHer — In this episode of HumanizeHer, we sit down with Dawn Lippert to talk about everything she believes about clean energy, community, and how we can build a better world. Her passion for the planet started from her childhood instinct, charging her family a quarter for leaving the lights on. Today, Dawn leads as the CEO of Elemental Impact, her non-profit platform that has deployed over $105 million into climate innovation. While also leading her sister venture fund, Earthshot Ventures, a $94 million private fund. Together, these two engines have unlocked more than $11 billion in additional funding for global solutions.
Read More - In the MediaAutumn Ness - Pilali PodcastMay 4, 2026
Pilali — In this episode of Pilali, cohosts Ashley Lukens and Wren Wescoatt sit down with community organizer Autumn Ness to talk about activism, crisis response, and the power of grassroots organizing in Hawaiʻi.
Read More - In the MediaMeli James - Pilali PodcastMay 4, 2026
Pilali — In this episode of Pilali, cohosts Ashley Lukens and Wren Wescoatt sit down with entrepreneur and investor Meli James, cofounder of Mana Up, to explore how local businesses can drive economic diversification in Hawaiʻi.
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