Different generations, one workplace – discover how to turn diverse perspectives into your team’s greatest advantage.

Get ready to kickstart your mornings with Coffee Talks seminar series, designed to elevate your business expertise and expand your professional network.

Join us for an insightful and engaging professional development session focused on how to foster collaboration, improve communication, and build stronger, more cohesive teams across generations.

Registration includes coffee and pastries from 1132 Café & Catering.

Join us in person for an information session about tapping into the local military market and how to get your products sold at commissaries & combined exchanges. Whether you’re new or looking to expand, this event will give you the inside scoop on connecting and succeeding in this unique space. Come meet the American Logistics Association, organizer of the Daniel K. Akaka ALA Hawaii Food Show & Conference, local Defense Commissary Agency (DeCa) Zone Manager, State of Hawaii’s Small Business Procurement Coordinator, SBA representatives, and more!

Enjoy an evening of storytelling from a few of the manufacturers that have received support from HTDC’s programs. Meet them at the Showcase tables to touch, taste, and experience their products firsthand. It’s more than an industry; it’s the heartbeat of our community.

Join us for a focused conversation on the evolving Kauaʻi food sector. Our panel of experts will break down key industry trends, spotlight new opportunities for local producers and entrepreneurs, and discuss practical strategies to strengthen the island’s long-term food sustainability. This discussion will offer valuable insights into the factors shaping Kauai's growing food economy and the opportunities ahead.

Panel of Experts:

• Mark Arriola, Executive Chef and Managing Partner, Kauaʻi Living Foods LLC

• Cory Dotario, Food and Beverage Director, Timbers Kauaʻi

• Will Lydgate, Founder, Lydgate Farms

• Jennifer Luck, CEO, Common Ground Kauaʻi

• Stacy Sproat, Executive Director, Waipa Foundation

Small local businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups can register for free monthly in-person workshops, each focused on a different essential business topic, along with opportunities for one-on-one business counseling.

Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses can get in-person support at the Aiea Library Meeting Room on the Fourth Wednesday of each month from the City’s Resource Connector Team.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) invite small business owners who are interested in working with the federal, state and local government, to register for a free workshop at one of six locations across the state. The series will cover a broad range of topics, including: lending options to finance your goals, becoming a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE), and/or Small Business Enterprise, and where to find State contracting information.

On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce invites you to Pūpū’s & Pro’s — an intimate, talk story–style leadership event hosted at Pacific Business News in downtown Honolulu.

The evening begins with opening remarks from Lei Pedro, Publisher & Market President of Pacific Business News, our event sponsor, who will share insights from her leadership and mentoring journey.

From there, we’ll move into small-group talk story sessions featuring accomplished leaders sharing real-world experiences, challenges, and lessons learned. Attendees will rotate between speakers for focused conversations and mentorship — all while enjoying pūpū’s and refreshments throughout the evening.

Kumu Pathways - Professional Development Options For K12 Educators Throughout Hawai'i K-12 educators, do you know the importance of professional development coursework and how many options Hawaiʻi teachers have today?

Most small business owners want to grow but struggle to decide where to focus next. Trying to pursue more customers, higher prices, better margins, and new offers all at once leads to wasted time, inconsistent execution, and slower growth. To grow your business effectively, you need to identify the best opportunity for your business and focus your efforts on it.

In this webinar, our expert presenter will show you how to choose the right growth strategy based on your business’s current performance, priorities, and constraints. You’ll learn how to evaluate whether your next step should be gaining more clients, increasing revenue, improving margins, or refining your offers. You’ll also learn how to identify the biggest obstacles that could limit growth, from capacity and conversion issues to pricing and margin challenges.

oin the Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce for a hands-on workshop designed to help you build and scale your brand with practical, real-world marketing strategies.

In this 4-hour session, you’ll learn how to clarify your brand, identify and reach the right audience, and implement marketing strategies that drive long-term growth—without requiring a large budget. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this workshop will give you the tools to move forward with clarity and confidence.

April is Financial Literacy Month, the perfect time to take control of your money by investing in your financial future. Ho'oulu Waiwai is hosting the Take Charge Thursday Series in April, offering valuable insights on financial advising, homeownership, retirement, and investments. Join us to explore resources, set financial goals, and make smart

logs remain one of the most efficient ways to increase website traffic, but many business owners overlook blogging in their content marketing strategies. A well-written blog can help search engines prioritize your content for potential clients and organically drive them to your business.

In this webinar you’ll learn how to use blogging as a marketing tool that helps your business get found online, build trust with your audience, and bring more people to your website. You’ll also learn how to create effective blog posts and see how one well-written blog turned into content for email, social media, and marketing channels.

The Wisdom Series was designed for early women leaders and aims to provide them with invaluable insights and opportunities to network with others to empower their journey toward success. These fireside chats feature experienced Hawai’i women executives on lessons in leadership. The evening events take place in beautiful Café Julia, providing an intimate setting for a casual pau hana discussion, and Q&A.

Starting at 5:30 pm and running until 8:30 pm, this event will be an evening of fun, camaraderie, and forging valuable professional relationships!

Admission includes a tasty assortment of appetizers and one complimentary drink ticket. Additional food and beverages will also be available for purchase.

Sign up before spaces fill up - see you there and don't forget your business cards!

Entrepreneurs and small businesses can get in-person support at Coworking Hub on the second Wednesday of each month from the City’s Resource Connector team.

How It Works: A Resource Connector will listen and get to know you and your business. Then they will match your business with nonprofits and support organizations that are experts in their fields.

INPEACE is excited to offer our ʻOhana Engagement Series hosted by Our Early Literacy Institute. The Family Literacy and Cultural Education Workshop is a four-part series featuring Dr. Kū Kahakalau, she will cover the four aspects of Mauli, or self-identity.

Join us for this workshop series starting November 6, 2025, at 5:00pm on Zoom. Our first workshop will cover Lawena (Behavior)!

Come ready for a night of fun for the whole family!

Strong communication is one of the most powerful tools in business and leadership. Whether you’re presenting to clients, leading a team, or speaking at community events, the ability to deliver your message clearly and confidently can set you apart.

Join us for an interactive professional development class on public speaking with special guest speaker, Sherry Menor, President & CEO at the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii. Hear directly from Sherry how she has become a dynamic speaker and learn how to overcome nerves, sharpen your delivery, and engage any audience. Participants will learn practical techniques for structuring speeches, improving vocal presence, and using body language effectively.

The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce invites you to Pūpū’s & Pro’s — an intimate, talk story–style leadership event hosted at Pacific Business News in downtown Honolulu. The evening will kick off with opening remarks from Lei Pedro, Publisher & Market President of Pacific Business News, our event sponsor, who will share a warm welcome and insights from her own leadership and mentoring journey. From there, we’ll shift into small-group talk story sessions featuring three accomplished Native Hawaiian executives who will share their real-world experiences, challenges, and leadership lessons. Attendees will rotate between small group sessions, spending time with each speaker for focused mentorship and open conversation — paired with delicious pūpū’s and refreshments to enjoy throughout the evening.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Día de los Muertos and honor outstanding Latino businesses with the prestigious Latino Business Awards, proudly sponsored by Teremana Tequila and SafeRide Hawaiʻi. This extraordinary night takes place at Historic Hangar 79 on Ford Island.

🎁 Prizes & Raffles – Win fabulous prizes through casino winnings and raffles held throughout the evening.

🏆 Latino Business Awards – Celebrate the remarkable achievements of local Latino businesses and their lasting impact on our community.

🛍 Business Expo Opportunity – Hispanic Chamber of Commerce members can reserve a booth (additional fee applies) to showcase their products or services. Please review display and sales guidelines in the ticket description.