A rare species of crow, ʻalalā is only found in Hawaiʻi and is the largest surviving endemic Hawaiian forest bird. The very last pair of ʻalalā disappeared from Hawaiʻi Island’s South Kona district in 2002, but with the help of a captive breeding program and the ʻAlalā Project partners, five young ʻalalā were released in the remote Kīpahulu Forest Reserve and they’re beating the odd! To learn more, read my latest article in Savvy360 Maui.

The historic Kaluanui Estate houses the Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center, an inclusive environment engaging participants of all ages and backgrounds through hands-on education programs in ceramics, drawing, glassblowing, jewelry, metalsmithing, painting, photography, printmaking, Hawaiian cultural art, and more.

Learn about how Hui No‘eau Visual Arts is using the arts to build deeper connections, foster healing, and inspire hope in my latest article in Savvy360 Maui!

A professor renowned for research on the Northern Lights, Dr. Lummerzheim now helps local artists shine! “Our primary goal is to provide a positive and viable outlet for Big Island artists and craftsmen, both emerging and established, to exhibit and sell their work.”

Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about how the 'Ōlena Gallery brings artistic visions to life. 

Beauty and confidence should be qualities that are ageless and accessible to everyone. Vicki Dyer, founder and owner of Vicki Jean Leather Design Co, handcrafts timeless leather goods with that in mind.

Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about the inspiration behind Vicki’s delightfully unexpected designs!

“HIdrate Electrolytes is carefully formulated to balance electrolyte levels, supporting optimal hydration, endurance, and recovery,” said Marie Jobes, who balances running her business’ daily operations and marketing with racing competitively as a runner and triathlete, and serving as a bicycle education instructor for the Hawaii Bicycling League. Read more in my latest article for Bicycle Retailer and Industry News’ articles!

“Great Divide has overcome setbacks from the pandemic and most recently, vandalism, but always comes out on top,” said new owner Nick Payne.

In one my recent Bicycle Retailer and Industry News’ articles, learn more about how Great Divide bounced back and what they have planned for the future!

A cultural practitioner and the first Native Hawaiian designer to present an entire runway line of cultural fashion at New York Fashion Week, Manaola’s designs are wearable experiences that bring nature’s inspiration to the modern world. To learn more about the self-taught designer acclaimed for translating Hawaiʻi’s natural beauty and powerful spirituality into prints, read my latest article in Savvy360 Hawaiʻi.

Blue Ocean specializes in mariculture, raising kanpachi in their natural environment of the open ocean to ensure a healthy and sustainable food source. To learn more about creating a blue economy by leveraging the ocean's wealth while restoring its health and prioritizing fish welfare, read my latest article in Savvy360 Hawai’i.

Against all odds, a collaboration brought this family property back to life.

Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about how Scotty Martinson and the Big Island Commercial Properties team recovered Kawaihae Shopping Center!

BlueSky Energy is shining a light on the benefits of solar energy.

Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about how the company is powering a brighter future for Hawai’i Island, one solar panel at a time.

“I wanted to teach my daughter and nephew how to add value to something so we created our own bike light battery…  Lights attract families to group rides, growing communities’ bike cultures,” said Manny Macias.

Read one of my latest articles in Bicycle Retailer and Industry News to learn more about Manny and CC LED’s plasma LED wheel light parts and kits!

For the disabled military veterans that call the state of Hawai’i home, living on the most isolated populated landmass on the planet means that the therapy they need for improved health is too often inaccessible. Fortunately, one non-profit is bringing the programming to them. Read my latest article in Savvy360 Hawai’i to learn more about how Higher Ground is pairing recreational therapy with the power of nature, so vets here can experience whole-life healing!

One year ago, school teachers Andrew “Ricky” Richmond and Brock Schardin, and longtime head mechanic and store manager Dan Spicher, officially relaunched Z Cycle, reviving a shop known for its iconic sign and proving the power of next-door expertise!

For over two decades, I raced marathons and triathlons competitively until a lack of motivation and chronic injuries forced me to stop. My training was sidelined indefinitely and I knew I had to find a more sustainable fitness routine. That’s when I stumbled across a 30-day Tai Chi video series and began a practice that changed everything! Read about how this gentle but powerful practice can improve balance, flexibility, and strength… and why I’m still practicing nearly a year later!

Although Bill Armijo of Trans World Metals has spent nearly four decades focusing on precious metals, the broker/dealer hasn’t forgotten his artistic roots.

Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about how Bill and the Trans World Metals‘ team are perfecting the art of investing in enduring assets, young artists, and the community.

“The flowers, the land, the waves, the culture, it’s all part of me. Even if it’s not always conscious until it comes out in my art.” Read my latest article in Kona Coast City Lifestyle to learn more about internationally recognized artist Rosemary Miller and the deep love for Hawai’i that she shares through her work.

When the remnants of Hurricane Helene hit the historic town of Marshall, the owners of On Your Bike, were prepared for heavy rainfall that was forecasted to end the next day… On Sunday morning, when they attempted to return to downtown Marshall, the water in their shop had reached a height of 13 feet. Still, they assert that: “This disaster really has brought out the best in people… Mountain people are scrappy and resilient!” Read my latest article in Bicycle Retailer and Industry News to learn more and help out!

“I truly believe that the importance of Hawaiian fishponds, along with the knowledge and resources that come from them, can be of great use to our communities within these modern times,” says Peleke Flores. Read my latest article in Savvy360 Kaua’i to learn more about Peleke and his important work restoring an ancient pond.

If you hear a bright chirp that sounds like “ee-vee” when enjoying a stroll through the forest in East Maui, there’s the slightest chance that your ears are being serenaded by the call of the wild kiwikiu. Hearing or beholding the native Hawaiian forest bird, however, has become an incredibly rare occurrence since being listed as endangered in 1967. Read my latest article in Savvy360 Maui to learn more about the individuals and organizations on the island of Maui and across the Hawaiian archipelago intent on changing that!

A vibrant sculpture seem to dance like extensions of the surrounding monkeypod trees. A cluster of letters waits to be discovered... Pebbles the bunny crawls into a visitor’s lap, begging them to pet her. Nearby, a little white alpaca playfully rolls in the red dirt. These are just some of the residents of the Imua Discovery Garden. Read my latest article in Savvy360 Maui to learn more about this idyllic setting for children to learn through play, heal through connection to nature, and grow by experiencing art.