Hoʻolauleʻa & Mākeke
Annual Business ExpoOur signature event. A full-day celebration of business, culture, and community featuring member exhibitor booths, cultural performances, networking, and family-friendly fun.
Dates coming soon
9TH ISLAND BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
Where aloha
meets opportunity.
From our signature annual Hoʻolauleʻa & Mākeke to quarterly mixers, Lunch & Learns, and community gatherings — every 9IBC event is designed to bring our ʻohana together.
CONNECT · COLLABORATE · GROWOur programs
Our programs, in planning: each format below is part of the 9IBC calendar. Dates, venues, and registration will be announced as soon as they are confirmed.
Quarterly Networking Mixer
Casual, high-energy evening mixers where members connect over pūpū and conversation. Hosted at different member businesses each quarter.
Dates coming soon
Lunch & Learn
Monthly midday sessions pairing a hot lunch with a short, practical business education talk from a member expert.
Dates coming soon
Pau Hana & Pūpūs
After-work gatherings with island-style small bites. Low pressure, high aloha.
Dates coming soon
Educational Workshop
Deeper-dive workshops on business topics requested by members — marketing, finance, operations, leadership.
Dates coming soon
Lei Blessing Ceremony
The traditional Hawaiian welcome that opens every major 9IBC gathering. A reminder that aloha begins every connection.
Dates coming soon
New Member Orientation
A warm welcome for new members — meet the team, learn how to make the most of membership, and start building your connections.
Dates coming soon
Help shape what comes next
Bring an idea.
Start something good.
Would you like to share your expertise, suggest a gathering, or explore hosting a community conversation? We welcome ideas connected to our mission.
Share Your Idea ↗Before we gather
A few helpful details.
Can I register for an event now?
Event dates and registration will be announced once confirmed. In the meantime, tap “I’m interested” on any program to let us know.
Can I suggest a topic or speaker?
Yes. Use the Contact Us form to share your topic, speaker idea, or experience you’d like to contribute.
Can my organization collaborate on a gathering?
Share your organization’s focus and the kind of collaboration you have in mind through the contact form.
Great connections.
Even greater possibilities.
Bring your story, your ideas, and your aloha. There’s a place for you in this community.
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