Be Aloha Series

Be Aloha: Dilyuns Michael

Be Aloha: Dilyuns Michael

A passionate local food, ag and community advocate from Oʻahu — learn more about Dilyuns Michael's work with Kākoʻo at Roots KKV; her ancestral connection to her favorite canoe plant; and how she feels synergy between surfing, the ocean and practicing aloha. 

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Shaka Tea Be Aloha Melissa Bow Via Gelato

Be Aloha: Melissa Bow

Meet Melissa Bow, ice cream entrepreneur extraordinairebehind beloved local favorite, Via Gelato! Building a business rooted in community and sharing nostalgia is second nature for Melissa Bow, who’s been boldly redefining the local ice cream scene with her inventive flavors, rooted in community and nostalgia. Learn more about what led her to open her business, her favorite flavor, and advice she has for other entrepreneurs as she shares her story in this edition of Be Aloha. Born & raised: O‘ahu Currently reside: O‘ahu Occupation/Titles: Via Gelato Owner + Creative Director IG Handle: @viagelatohawaii Website: viagelatohawaii.com - - Tell us about...

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Shaka Tea Be Aloha Danya Hakeem

Be Aloha: Danya Hakeem

An advocate for business as a force for good, Danya Hakeem is at the forefront of impact investment with a better future in mind through her work as Managing Director of the Portfolio for Elemental Excelerator. An activist at heart, learn more about this solutions-driven, Hawaiʻi-based changemaker whose experience spans everything from documentary filmmaking to policy championing local and regenerative food system

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Shaka Tea Be Aloha Kimie Miner

Be Aloha: Kimié Miner

Grammy nominee, Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner, mamabird, and entrepreneur — Kimié Miner is one of Hawai'i’s most lauded singer-songwriters. Filled with perpetual light and a commitment to community, Kimié is an inspiration to many as she works to empower the next generation of local musicians and moms alike, all while grounded in authenticity.

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