Fellows mentioned in this story:
Kanakolu Noa
Nicole Velasco

From Maui Now:

In its ongoing efforts to support Native Hawaiian wāhine entrepreneurs across Hawaiʻi, Kūkolu is pleased to announce two new cohorts as part of its Indigenous Women’s Incubator (IWI) program. Through its IWI program, Kūkolu provides Indigenous women entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, and support they need to grow sustainable businesses, fostering economic empowerment and community resilience.

“We are deeply honored to embark on our fourth cohort of the Kūkolu Indigenous Women’s Incubator, but this year carries special meaning as we launch a dedicated Maui Cohort,” said Kanakolu Noa, executive director and founder of Kūkolu. “In light of the immense hardships Maui has faced, it is important to support the resilience and recovery process. These entrepreneurs represent the heart and spirit of Maui, and we are committed to providing them with the resources, mentorship, and community to thrive.”

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