SEPT - DEC 2025
VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON
Designed to support those navigating the early stages of their tech journey, these sessions spotlight local and Native Hawaiian voices leading across product, design, engineering, and beyond.
AGENDA
SEPT 9, 2025
In-Person
Inspiration Hawaii Musuem
Panel Speakers
htw x pkc: pasifika and local voices in tech
Join a powerful roster of Native Hawaiian and local leaders, creatives, and technologists sharing real talk, real skills, and real connection.
Moderator – Jennifer Ablan
Panelists – Sage Keʻalohilani Quiamno, Jackie Ostlie, Lilinoe Harbottle, Andrew Taeoalii
More events coming soon..
THE EVENT
Our annual Speaker Series is a space for meaningful conversations at the intersection of culture, career, and community.
Talk story sessions with industry professionals rooted in Hawaiʻi
Insights on job search, career transitions, and real-world challenges
Culturally grounded discussions on leadership, identity, and innovation
Open to the public — you don’t have to be an intern to attend
Early career job seekers
Interns and recent grads in tech
Career changers exploring new pathways
Community members who want to grow and give back
This work is only possible through the support of partners who believe in building a tech ecosystem that reflects local values, diverse voices, and real opportunity.
Provide small honorariums for speakers
Offer high-quality documentation and amplification of each session
Keep events accessible to our broader community
Brand visibility across our marketing channels (IG, LinkedIn, website)
Recognition on event materials and shoutouts during sessions
Direct connection to Hawaiʻi’s rising tech talent
community sponsor $1000
For partners who want to support the mission and be part of the conversation.
Includes:
Logo featured on our website and closing slides of the panel
Group thank-you post on social media
Invitation to attend and engage in sessions
supporting sponsor $2500
Mid-tier sponsorship with strong brand presence and community engagement.
Includes:
Logo on website, registration pages, and select event slides
Shoutout in select social media and newsletter promotions
Verbal recognition at one featured session
Invitation to attend our networking events + opportunity to connect with local talent
Optional: Opportunity to provide giveaways or resources to attendees
presenting sponsor $5000
The primary partner of the series, with premium visibility throughout.
Includes:
“Presented by [Your Org]” on all event materials and promotions
Co-branded social media shoutouts throughout the series
Logo placement on website, event registration pages, and at all sessions
Verbal recognition at each session
Opportunity to host a featured event or session as part of the series
Priority access to our intern network and talent pipeline (if applicable)
Optional: Opportunity to include branded materials at in-person events
We’re actively seeking mission-aligned sponsors who care about workforce development, DEI, and investing in local leadership.