Empowering Wāhine Founders Together
Mentorship plays a vital role in empowering entrepreneurs on their journeys. At Hawai‘i FoundHer, our mentors are experienced leaders and industry experts who provide invaluable knowledge and support to help founders grow and thrive. Together, we’re cultivating a strong support system that uplifts Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian wāhine entrepreneurs—amplifying their impact across Hawai‘i and beyond.
Our Network of Mentors
Colleen Echohawk
President, Headwater People
Dana Mahina Arimoto
Founder/CEO & Leadership Coach
Jen Apy
Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Outsiders
Kūhaʻo Zane
Creative Director, Sig Zane Designs
Lauren Freeborn
Owner, Seattle Beauty Boss
Lesa Almond
Owner, Beauty Theory Hawaiʻi
Lilinoe Harbottle
Indigenous Data Scientist
Maile Meyer
Founder & Owner, Nā Mea Hawaiʻi & Native Books
Nicole Cacal
Executive Director, TRUE Initiative
Poni Askew
Founder & CEO, Hawaiian Vinegar & Spice
Wendy Awai-Dakroub
Founder & CEO, ʻŌhiʻa Technology & Founder, Sumo Sushi Dubai
Terri Funakoshi
Chief Operating Officer, YWCA Oʻahu
Vivian Pham
Community Health Operations Lead, Kaiser Permanente
Become a Mentor
We’re always looking to expand our network of mentors to support our growing community of founders. If you're interested in sharing your expertise and guiding the next generation of wāhine entrepreneurs, we’d love to connect and match you with a founder.
As a mentor, you'll:
Support a local, woman-owned business by meeting with your matched company for two hours a month over six months.
Receive exclusive invites to special events and island retreats, joining a community of inspiring business leaders like yourself.
Receive an honorarium for your time and expertise.
Plus, make a meaningful impact by helping Hawaiʻi FoundHer create an equitable and prosperous future for Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women.
