Positioning for Global Impact: Strategies for Island Entrepreneurs

​Hawaiʻi FoundHer presents an opportunity to hear directly from entrepreneurs and investors Jalene Kanani and Erika Aquino as they share their journeys and insights on what it takes to scale to the continent and beyond. Learn from leaders who have done it themselves and are investing in impactful businesses that are staying rooted in community and culture.

​Jalene Kanani is the President and Creative Director of NOHO HOME. Jalene is a born creative and business leader, who has led the success of her brand locally and nationally. She also developed the O’ahu micro factory, which has the capacity to design, manufacture, and ship products anywhere in the world.

​Erika Aquino is a Global Angel Investor, Strategic Advisor, Entrepreneur, and Producer of upcoming competition reality show, Fempire. She co-owns an award winning craft beer company, and has built a portfolio of 26 startups spanning five countries, and champions female and minority founders.