How We Work

Whether we are in person or online, how we interact is as important as the outcomes we seek. Our engagements are designed according to our organizing principles and values.

  • We connect individual experience with collective wisdom.

  • We create safe spaces for people to reimagine how they live, work, and play.

  • We listen with compassion and respond with respect. 

  • We build capacity for effective leadership and communication.

  • We offer direction to move forward with hope.

  • We honor the wisdom of elders and those who taught us the art of weaving.

Our Values

We seek partners who. like us, work in a spirit of community, collaboration, and cooperation to serve the best interests of all. We draw upon these Native Hawaiian values to conduct our work:

  • Aloha

    Embody the breath of life

    We live the spirit of aloha by extending warmth and welcoming in caring with no obligation in return, and acknowledge that we are all interconnected.

  • Ho'ihi

    Respect for oneself and reverence for others

    We honor all perspectives through courtesy and mutual respect, and believe that diverse voices, skills and contributions bring strength to the whole.

  • Lokahi

    United as one

    We strive to maintain mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical balance and harmony – with ourselves and with each other – especially when we have differing viewpoints.

  • Laulima

    Many hands together

    We foster the spirit of community and cooperation to underscore the importance of collective action in pursuit of harmonious and holistic outcomes.

  • Ho'omau

    Perseverance and persistence that results in lasting positive impact

    We ask ourselves what we ask clients: to show integrity and accountability through active and dedicated participation.

Case Studies

  • University of Utah: New Leadership Academy

    Leading from the Center training with Higher Education professionals

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  • Genentech

    Aligning Leadership and Communication Styles

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  • City of Sacramento

    LGBTQ Pride and the Police Department

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  • Health Equity Advocacy Cohort/The Colorado Trust

    Building a Strong and Diverse Field of Health Equity Advocates

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