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Aloha mai kākou,

The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce (NHCC) is a dedicated non-profit organization that offers invaluable programs for the Native Hawaiian business community and provides scholarship funds for Native Hawaiian students pursuing degrees in business. As part of our ongoing fundraising efforts, NHCC proudly hosts the annual ‘Ō‘ō Awards Gala. This elegant event is a celebration of excellence, honoring distinguished Native Hawaiians who have made significant contributions to the advancement and vibrancy of the Hawaiian community.

We are delighted to announce this year’s esteemed ʻŌ‘ō Award recipients:

E Hoʻomaikaʻi, congratulations to our 2024 Honorees 

• Paula Lynn Ka'iulani Akana
• Corbett Aaron Kamoha’ikiokalani Kalama
• Thomas Keali'i'aimoku Nāhiʻenaʻena McClellan

The ‘Ō‘ō Award, is the gold standard honor showcasing outstanding Native Hawaiians in business. The ‘Ō‘ō itself is made from precious hardwoods firmly rooted in the ‘āina. Today, the tool is used as a symbol to represent a recipient’s strong core values, business acumen, and leadership qualities – key ingredients for sustaining success within the Hawaiian community.