Business &
Entrepreneurship
Introduce your work, build professional relationships, and find new possibilities through collaboration.
Join as Kuleana or ImuaGrow your connections ↗ E PILI LŌKAHI KĀKOU · LET US BE UNITED
Where the spirit of alohacreates lastingbusiness success.
A business community bridging Hawaiʻi and Southern Nevada — built on authentic relationships, collaboration, and the lasting spirit of aloha.
9IBC · CONNECT · COLLABORATE · GROW
OUR ISLAND ROOTSHawaiʻi
OUR DESERT HOMESouthern Nevada
✳
Connect.✳Collaborate.✳Grow.✳Give back.✳With aloha.✳
Our mission · Our shared future
Good people.
Great possibilities.
One ʻohana.
Meet the spirit of our community ↗Our mission is to connect, empower, and support the 9th Island community by bringing together businesses, entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, nonprofits, and community members throughout Southern Nevada and Hawaiʻi.
Through meaningful relationships, collaboration, education, and shared opportunities, we strive to strengthen businesses, uplift our communities, encourage giving back, and create lasting growth rooted in the spirit of aloha. Our community gathers in the spirit of aloha — where connection, culture, and commerce come together to create lasting business success.
01 / CONNECT
People first.
Build authentic relationships with people who share a commitment to community.
02 / COLLABORATE
Stronger together.
Exchange ideas, share knowledge, and explore opportunities to support one another.
03 / GROW
Purposeful progress.
Create lasting growth that uplifts businesses and the communities around them.
04 / GIVE BACK
Rooted in aloha.
Lift the community that lifts you — through nonprofit partnerships, service, and shared responsibility.
Find your place
Your people.
Your possibilities.
Whether you’re building a business, championing a cause, or looking for connection, there’s a place for you here.
Business &
Learning &
Leadership
Share your experience, learn from different perspectives, and help cultivate the next generation of leaders.
Join as ʻOhanaShare your knowledge ↗Community &
Giving Back
Connect with people and nonprofits who want to make a meaningful difference, together.
Join as Kōkua or HaumānaMake a difference ↗Discover the community
A whole world of
connection.
Explore the kinds of people and organizations our community brings together.
Island-inspired
businesses
Food, hospitality, retail, and local services.
Professional
connections
Expertise, fresh ideas, and meaningful partnerships.
Entrepreneurs
& creators
Big ambitions, new ventures, and creative minds.
Nonprofits
& changemakers
Community-centered causes and shared purpose.
Students &
emerging leaders
The next generation of 9th Island professionals, free to join as Haumāna.
Free to joinInterested in directory visibility through a business membership? Introduce yourself ↗
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OUR IDENTITY. OUR COMMUNITY.
SOUTHERN NEVADA ✦ HAWAIʻI
SOUTHERN NEVADA ✦ HAWAIʻIThe spirit that brings us together
Different journeys.
Shared aloha.
When we support each other,
our whole community grows.
Our vision is a connected community where relationships come first, knowledge is shared, and success creates opportunities for others.
Be part of something meaningful ↗Gather · Learn · Give back
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Help shape future gatherings. Share what you’d like to attend, host, or contribute to.
Signature · Annual expo
Hoʻolauleʻa & Mākeke
Our signature annual business expo. A celebration of culture, commerce, and community.
Networking · Quarterly
Quarterly Networking Mixer
Pau hana, pūpūs, and professional connections that last beyond the room.
Education · Lunch & Learn
Lunch & Learn
Practical business education served with Hawaiian hospitality.
Tradition · Every gathering
Lei Blessing Ceremony
The sacred welcome that opens every 9IBC gathering with aloha.
Dates, venues, and registration for each program will be announced once confirmed.
Explore our services
More ways to
move forward.
From business connections and knowledge sharing to community collaboration, explore the opportunities at the heart of our mission.
Explore Our Services ↗Founding Sponsor · First 10 only
$3,500. A lasting mark on our founding chapter.
Be among the first 10 founding partners of 9IBC. Permanent recognition, premier placement, and a lasting mark on the organization’s founding chapter.
A membership for your journey
Find your place.
Grow with purpose.
Six membership levels bring students, nonprofits, individuals, businesses, and partners into one connected community.
StudentHaumānaFreeFull event access for studentsNonprofitKōkua$100/ yearFor nonprofits making a differenceIndividualʻOhana$150/ yearFor individuals & professionalsMost popularBusinessKuleana$350/ yearBusiness spotlight + directory listingPremierImua$750/ yearFeatured spotlight + speaking opportunitiesExecutive PartnerAliʻi$1,500/ yearVIP access + annual strategic planning
Event costs may apply. Benefits are subject to program details and availability. Applications require confirmation by 9IBC.
Your next connection starts here
Your next chapter
starts with
a connection.
Business owner. Community advocate. Professional. Neighbor. Wherever you are in your journey, we invite you to connect.
- Build meaningful relationships
- Explore opportunities to collaborate
- Share knowledge and learn together
- Support community causes and local businesses
Serving Southern Nevada and Hawaiʻi, with a shared commitment to aloha.
Let’s get connected.
Prepare your introduction and tell us how you’d like to take part.
A few helpful answers
A place for you.
Who is this community for?
Businesses, entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, nonprofits, and community members throughout Southern Nevada and Hawaiʻi who want to connect, collaborate, and support one another.
Do I need to own a business to get involved?
No. Our mission includes community members, nonprofit organizations, professionals, and leaders alongside business owners. A willingness to contribute and connect is a great starting point.
How can my organization collaborate?
Use the introduction form to share your organization, your interests, and the kind of collaboration you have in mind. Potential areas include education, community initiatives, and business connections.
What are the membership options and event costs?
Six membership levels are available: Haumāna (Student), free; Kōkua (Nonprofit), $100/year; ʻOhana (Individual), $150/year; Kuleana (Business), $350/year; Imua (Premier), $750/year; and Aliʻi (Executive Partner), $1,500/year. Event costs may apply. Event dates will be added once confirmed.
What is the “9th Island”?
“9th Island” is the affectionate name for the Hawaiian community in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada — a bridge between the islands and the mainland built on shared culture, business, and aloha.
Is 9IBC a nonprofit or chamber?
9IBC is a membership-based business community. We complement local chambers by focusing specifically on the Hawaiʻi–Southern Nevada corridor and the spirit of aloha.
How do I sponsor an event?
Sponsorships range from $500 Lei Blessings to $25,000 Luna Kākou partnerships. View all sponsorship opportunities ↗
Our islands. Our people.
Our possibilities.
Let’s build stronger businesses, uplift our communities, and grow together in the spirit of aloha.
Apply for Membership ↗