Bank of Hawai‘i x Mana Up Present VISIONARY VENTURES

***GENERAL ADMISSION – SOLD OUT***

Join us for an evening of inspiration, networking and fun at “Visionary Ventures,” a community panel and pau hana event presented by Mana Up and Bank of Hawai‘i. This event, open to the public, will take place on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the IBM Building, in partnership with Hawaii Business Magazine. Following the two-part panel discussion, stay for pau hana to connect with the entrepreneurs and financial experts. We invite you for shopping and local refreshements at the newest House of Mana Up retail location at South Shore Market in Ward Village.

Event Highlights:

• Insightful Panels: Gain valuable insights from local entrepreneurs who have graduated from the Mana Up accelerator program and from experts at Bank of Hawai‘i. Two panel discussions, moderated by Mana Up co-founder Meli James, will explore the journey of Hawai‘i startups from humble beginnings to successful acquisitions.
• Pau Hana & Shopping: The networking and celebration will continue at the newest House of Mana Up retail experience at South Shore Market in Ward Village. Shop from local entrepreneurs, including the three panelists, and enjoy fun activations and samplings.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage directly with the founders behind some of Hawai‘i’s most successful emerging businesses and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about entrepreneurship and community growth.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Location: Panel at the IBM Building, followed by pau hana at House of Mana Up (South Shore Market in Ward Village)

Ticket cost: Free with registration

Featured Speakers:

Part 1: Pre-Acquisition Phase

• Mahina Tuteur, Founder & CEO, Surf Shack Puzzles
• Ashley Johnson, Founder, Mohala Eyewear
• Kelleigh Stewart, Co-Founder, Big Island Coffee Roasters
• Moderator: Meli James, Co-Founder, Mana Up

Part 2: Acquisition Phase

• Dave Stinson, Vice President and Senior Manager – Business Interests and Valuation, Bank of Hawai‘i
• Tim Chang, Senior Vice President, Metro Commercial Banking Center, Bank of Hawai‘i
• Moderator: Meli James, Co-Founder, Mana Up

For more information on the “Visionary Ventures” event, click here. For questions, please contact aloha@manauphawaii.com.

To learn more about the Bank of Hawai‘i x Mana Up partnership, click here.