The goal of the University of Hawai‘i Alumni Business Directory is to showcase the wide variety of amazing products and services UH alumni have to offer. If you are a small business owner and would like to be listed in our Alumni Business Directory, please fill out our short online form.
Disclaimer: Products and/or services of the vendors listed in the UH alumni Business Directory does not constitute an endorsement, guarantee or approval by the University of Hawai‘i.
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‘Ᾱina minded, locally made and designed clothing for our modern Hawaiian lifestyle.
Alumna: Anna Kahalekulu (AAS ’15, UH Maui College)
Makawao, Maui
Website: www.kuluamaui.com
Instagram: @kulua.official
Facebook: fb.com/kulua.official
Handmade jewelry featuring Tahitian, Edison and South Sea pearls, semi precious gemstones and ocean inspired charms.
Alumna: Chun Hui Chen-DeCosta (BA ’01; MBA ’06, Mānoa)
Website: www.komakaijewelry.com
Instagram: @komakaijewelry
Lifestyle brand to take women from work to the weekend. Pieces aim to encourage confidence, self love and joy.
Alumna: Lauren Leong (BBA ’16, Mānoa)
Website: www.pineapplelilyhi.com
Instagram: @pineapplelilyhi
‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i inspired apparel and accessories.
Alumna: Jessica Kēhau Lucas (BA ’11, Mānoa)
Wailuku, Maui
Website: www.sticksandpohaku.com
Instagram: @sticksandpohaku
Stylish eco-friendly bikinis made sustainably from recycled fish net fabrics.
Alumna: Taylor Ditty (BS ’15, Mānoa)
Honolulu, Hawai‘i
Website: www.sundazebikinis.com
Instagram: @sundazebikinis
Modern resort clothing for women, 100% made in Hawai‘i.
Owner: Summer Shiigi
Website: www.tentomorrow.com
Instagram: @tentomorrow
Nature photography, prints, artwork, etc.
Alumna: Kelly Rice (BA ’08, Mānoa)
Honolulu, Hawai‘i
Website: www.butterflyinthewind.com
Instagram: @butterfly_aloha
Facebook: fb.com/ButterflyAloha
Paintings, drawings, writing and illustrating books/comics
Alumnus: Devin Oishi (PCERT ’98, Mānoa)
Website: devinoishi.wixsite.com/devin-oishi
Instagram: @devinoishi
Facebook: fb.com/Devin-Oishi-Artist-Page-670343489669726/
Hawai‘i's newest modern photo booth.
Alumna: Hazel Gacula (AS ’15, Honolulu CC)
Website: www.photoperfecthi.com
Instagram: @photoperfecthi
Helping small businesses and individuals design and run smart retirement plans.
Alumna: Joanna Amberger (MBA ’08, Mānoa)
Website: www.3financialgroup.com
Facebook: fb.com/3FinancialGroup
A recruiting and staffing company that specializes in accounting, finance and IT positions on direct-hire or temporary basis.
Alumna: Lynn Haring (BBA ’92, Mānoa)
Website: www.abacuspros.com
Twitter: @abacus_hi
Facebook: fb.com/ABACUS-PRO-SERVICES-INC-108427225041
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/abacus-pro-services-inc-/
A property and casualty insurance agency.
Alumnus: Russell Akamine (BBA ’78; Mānoa)
Website: www.acwgroup.com
Hawai‘i’s most experienced integrated marketing and communications company.
Alumnus: Nathan Kam (BA ’99, Mānoa)
Website: www.anthologygroup.com
Instagram: @anthologygrouphawaii
Facebook: fb.com/anthologygroup
A custom website design company specializing in content writing, SEO, and SEM.
Alumna: Savannah Murray (BA ’19, Mānoa)
Website: www.beachbumpoetllc.com
Instagram: @beachbumpoetllc
Providing non-profits, government agencies and community-minded businesses with support in communications, marketing and community-building.
Alumna: Jennifer Barrett (MBA ’07, Mānoa)
Website: connectforimpact.com
Instagram: @connectforimpact
Facebook: fb.com/cheerleadersforchangemakers
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/connectforimpact/
A life coaching program for individuals who are faced with career-life challenges and strive for a more meaningful, fulfilling life.
Alumna: Cynthia Yamasaki (BBA ’82; Mānoa)
Website: www.eepath.com
Facebook: www.fb.com/eepath
Instagram: @eepath.cynthiayamasaki
Executive/technology staffing agency.
Alumna: Valarie Cesar (BBA ’88; Mānoa)
Website: www.esearchhawaii.com
InWebOut mainly conducts IT business and consults Japanese students who would like to study abroad in Hawai‘i.
Alum: Shuhei Onishi (AA ’06, Kapi‘olani CC)
Website: www.inwebout.com
Facebook: fb.com/inwebout
Estate planning services such as wills and trusts as well as unique services such as a Kids Protection Plan for families with minors.
Alumnus: Keoni Souza (BA ’07, West O’ahu)
Website: www.keonisouzalaw.com
Instagram: @keonisouzalaw
Facebook: fb.com/keonisouzalaw
Providing consultation and design services to small and mid-level businesses.
Alumnus: Jeffrey Bonsato (AS ’10, Honolulu CC)
Website: www.jeffreybonsato.com
Instagram: @missinglinkdesign
Providing software/hardware re-selling and professional IT consulting services to small businesses and consumers.
Alumnus: William Chang (MBA ’06, Mānoa)
Website: www.mobileitforce.com
Facebook: fb.com/mobileitforce
Providing editorial and production services to authors and publishers.
Alumna: Pat Matsueda (BA ’77, Mānoa)
Website: peakserviceshawaii.com
A full-service staffing organization focused on delivering human capital workforce solutions for businesses.
Alumna: Kristi Inkinen Yanagihara (MHRM ’04, Mānoa)
Website: www.remedystaffing.com
Facebook: fb.com/RemedyHawaii
Local CPA firm providing accounting, tax, attest and business consulting services.
Alumnus: Gary Miyashiro (BBA ’70, Mānoa)
Website: www.mcghawaii.com
A registered investment advisory firm that provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals and 401(k) plans.
Alumnus: Cory Nakamura (BBA ’04, Mānoa)
Website: www.mosaicpacific.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/mosaic-pacific-investment-advisors
Helping middle income families become debt free.
Alumnus: Herman Monico (BA ’95, Mānoa)
Website: www.primerica.com/hermanmonico
A family business that helps clients identify what is important to them through goals-based financial guidance.
Alumnus: Verne Takagi (BFA ’75; Mānoa)
Website: www.takagiandtakagi.com
Vegetable farm with a mission of growing quality vegetables that are accessible and affordable.
Alumna: Rose Matthews (BS ’13, Mānoa)
Waimānalo, Hawai‘i
Website: www.bearclawfarm.com
Instagram: @bearclawfarm
On a mission of “Bringing peace to our world, one chocolate at a time” through hand-crafted, Hawai‘i exclusive chocolates, made fresh in Mānoa.
Alum: Erin Uehara (BED ’06, MBA ’13, Mānoa)
Mānoa, Hawai‘i
Website: www.chocolea.com
Instagram: @chocoleahawaii
The original 100% Big Island Beef gourmet burger shop in Honolulu featuring locally grown produce.
Alumnus: Ken Takahashi (BBA ’87, Mānoa)
Honolulu, Hawai‘i
Website: www.honoluluburgerco.com
Instagram: @honoluluburgerco
Facebook: fb.com/HonoluluBurgerCo
An urban farm in Honolulu growing aquaponics lettuce and leafy greens, microgreens, and edible flowers.
Alumni: Anthony Mau (PhD ’19, Mānoa) and Steven Yee (BS ’15, Mānoa)
Website: www.kupuplace.com
Instagram: @kupuplace
Facebook: fb.com/KupuPlaceLLC
Fast, casual, contemporary Korean food.
Alum: Hyun Kim (AS ’13, Kapi‘olani CC)
Honolulu, Hawai‘i
Website: www.okimshawaii.com
Facebook: fb.com/okimshawaii
Yelp: www.yelp.com/biz/o-kims-honolulu
Island-inspired gift and food packaging and wraps.
Alumna: Sheila Sugano (BBA ’72, Mānoa)
Website: www.GreatLinesHawaii.com
Instagram: @GreatLinesHawaii
Making people smile through our original foodie designs...because food is something that everyone can relate to.
Alumni: Kevin (BA ’03, Mānoa) and Sheri Ching (BS ’04, Mānoa)
Website: www.etsy.com/shop/tinyhearts808
Instagram: @tinyhearts808
Facebook: fb.com/tinyhearts808
Hawai‘i’s only pick up and delivery wash and fold laundry service. Offering free pick up and next day delivery on O‘ahu.
Alumnus: Brian Hofer (BBA ’09, Mānoa)
Website: www.getmylaundo.com
Instagram: @getmylaundo
Facebook: fb.com/getmylaundo
Interior architecture and interior design.
Alumnus: Michael Yee (MBA ’04; Mānoa)
Honolulu, HI
Website: www.mcyia.com
Instagram: @mcyia
Real estate sales and consultations on O‘ahu, including residential, multi-family, commercial, industrial and agricultural properties.
Alumnus: Quincy Kaneshiro (BBA ’67; Mānoa)
Website: quincykaneshiro.com
Surf, stand up paddle and foil gear since 1993.
Alumnus: Robert Stehlik (BBA ’93, Mānoa)
Website: www.blueplanetsurf.com
Instagram: @blueplanetsurf
Resources for zero-waste living and wellness.
Alumna: Shadi Faridi (BA ’09, Hilo)
Website: www.cultivargoods.com
Instagram: @cultivargoods
Largest fabric chain store in Hawaii with a variety of fabric materials and sewing supplies.
Alumna: Angie Lee Kim (MBA ’20, BA ’10, Mānoa)
Website: www.hawaiifabricmart.com
Instagram: @hawaiifabricmart
Hawai‘i centric handmade goods and education through cultural practice and art.
Alumna: Shadi Faridi (BA ’09, Hilo)
Website: hanahouhilo.com
Instagram: @hanahouhilo
Assisting people who need support and guidance in finding their directions in life, especially in times of uncertainty and confusion.
Alumna: Amy Lam (BA ’97; Mānoa)
Website: www.natureinhawaii.com
Instagram: @nature.in.hawaii
Facebook: fb.com/natureinhawaii
Twitter: @natureinhawaii
A family owned company specializing in national and international guided tours.
Alumna: Tomomi Shimabukuro (BA ’03, Mānoa)
Website: www.nandktravel.com
Facebook: fb.com/nandktravel
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A startup and intellectual property law firm.
Alumnus: Brint Hiatt (JD ’12, MBA ’12, Mānoa)
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Website: www.hpslawgroup.com
Instagram: @hpslawgroup
Design manufacturer of ergonomic, yoga-based office seating such as chairs, lounge products, and height adjustable tables.
Alumnus: Sanjay Murty (MS ’90, Mānoa)
Location: Torrance, California
Website: www.auraseating.com
Video-based training for law enforcement.
Alumnus: Terry Barnum (BA ’86, Mānoa)
Location: Carlsbad, California
Website: www.dop.com
Helping entrepreneurs and small business owners develop a clear, cohesive and compelling brand that resonates with their audience and attracts ideal clients.
Alumna: Hilary Hartling (BBA ’96, Mānoa)
Location: San Clemente, California
Website: hilaryhartling.com
Instagram: @hilaryhartling
Boutique family law firm servicing the needs of Orange County communities.
Alumna: Shannon Loeser (BA ’97, Mānoa)
Location: Laguna Niguel, California
Website: loeserlaw.com
Pediatric speech and occupational therapy.
Alumna: Cristienne Colip (MS ’94, Mānoa)
Location: Capitola, California
Website: www.speechrighter.com
Usability research and user-experience (UX) testing of software, websites, games and user interfaces.
Alumnus: Matthew Sharritt (PhD ’08, MS ’03, Mānoa)
Location: Naperville, Illinois
Website: www.situatedresearch.com
Facebook: fb.com/situatedresearch
Beantown’s Laundry-Free Linens are eco-disposable, making it easy to have clean sheets any time and anywhere. Convenient, comfortable and compostable.
Alumna: Kirsten Lambert (BBA ’87, Mānoa)
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Website: www.beantownbedding.com
Instagram: @beantownbedding
Facebook: fb.com/beantownbedding
Twitter: @beantownbedding
A clothing company that offers in-house designed products, as well as operating a retail/consignment shop.
Alumnus: Troy Douglass (BA ’12, Hilo)
Location: Portland, Oregon
Website: www.culturalblends.net
Instagram: @culturalblends and @culturalblends_store
Twitter: @cultural_blends
Facebook: fb.com/Culturalblends