Haumāna
For high school, college, and trade school students.
- Full event participation
- Access to educational programs
- Networking across the ʻohana
Six membership levels — from students to executive partners — all built on the same spirit of aloha. Find the one that fits your journey.
CONNECT · COLLABORATE · GROWChoose a membership level that fits your journey, from students and individuals to businesses and executive partners.
For high school, college, and trade school students.
For nonprofit organizations making a difference in the community.
For entrepreneurs, professionals, and individuals.
For businesses — includes two company representatives.
For premier business partners — includes four company representatives.
For executive partners — includes unlimited company representatives.
Haumāna, Kōkua, and ʻOhana memberships include full participation in 9IBC networking, educational events, and community programs. Event costs may apply. Membership benefits are subject to program details and availability.
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All six levels at a glance. Every tier includes full participation in networking, educational events, and community programs. Event costs may apply.
| Benefit | HaumānaStudentFree | KōkuaNonprofit$100/yr | ʻOhanaIndividual$150/yr | KuleanaBusiness$350/yr | ImuaPremier$750/yr | AliʻiExecutive Partner$1,500/yr |
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| Event access | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lei Blessing | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Directory listing | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Business spotlight | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Featured spotlight | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority event registration | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Premium website placement | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speaking opportunities | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| VIP seating | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Leadership roundtables | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Annual strategic planning session | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Community Impact Partner recognition | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Representatives included | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | Unlimited |
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The goals our members bring to 9IBC — pick the ones that matter to you on your application.
Build relationships & expand your network
Generate referrals & new business
Explore partnerships & collaboration
Promote your business or organization
Attend networking & educational events
Give back & support the community
Develop leadership skills or find a mentor
Explore sponsorship or vendor opportunities
Tell us about yourself, your work, and what you hope to gain from 9th Island Business Connections.
E pili lokahi kākouDownload Full Application PDF ↓
Let us be united!
Membership does not guarantee referrals, leads, contracts, sales, or other business results. Relationships between members remain independent.
Read our full Member Commitment & Code of Conduct ↗Not sure which tier? Talk to Us ↗
Questions? info@9thislandbusinessconnections.com
Complete the form and submit — your application is sent to 9IBC by email for review.
Our community is built on trust, professionalism, collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to helping businesses succeed in the spirit of aloha. Please review these commitments and disclaimers before applying.
The organization provides opportunities for networking, education, collaboration, relationship building, and business development. It does not guarantee referrals, revenue, contracts, partnerships, funding, or other specific business results.
Each member operates independently and is solely responsible for their own business activities, decisions, products, services, representations, and professional conduct. Membership does not constitute an endorsement, certification, or guarantee of any member’s qualifications, services, financial standing, or business practices.
Membership does not create an employment relationship, legal partnership, joint venture, franchise, or agency relationship between the organization and any member, unless separately established through a written agreement.
Members are responsible for conducting their own due diligence before entering into business transactions, agreements, referrals, investments, or partnerships with other members. The organization is not responsible for independently verifying every member’s claims, credentials, or business performance.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, the organization is not responsible for disputes, losses, damages, debts, or business outcomes arising from transactions or relationships between members. Nothing in this form waives rights or obligations that cannot legally be waived or excluded.
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Membership is subject to the organization’s review and approval. The organization may suspend, decline, or terminate membership in accordance with its governing documents, membership policies, and applicable law.
The organization may use the contact information you provide to communicate membership updates, meeting notices, events, and relevant organizational information. Any separate marketing consent, public member directory listing, or use of your image, likeness, or business logo is subject to the organization’s applicable consent and privacy policies.
The full membership application PDF includes these commitments with initial and signature fields.
Open the full application PDF ↗9IBC is a business membership, so dues are generally not tax-deductible as a charitable contribution. Kōkua nonprofit memberships may be treated differently. Please consult your tax advisor about your situation.
Annual dues are paid upfront, by check or credit card. Payment instructions are sent after your application is reviewed — no payment is collected on this website.
Yes — contact us to upgrade. We’ll prorate the difference based on your current membership period.
Your application is reviewed and confirmed by 9IBC. You’ll hear back within 7–10 business days.
Bring your story, your ideas, and your aloha. There’s a place for you in this community.
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