Podcasts about meli james

Jason Evans of SilverShark Media speaks Meli James, co-founder of Mana Up.  In this podcast Meli talks about what Mana Up does, the inspiration behind launching the company, the process going from the initial business idea to the first day of company operations, initial challenges the company had to overcome, ways that Mana Up helps local businesses, examples of Maui businesses that have grown with the support of Mana Up, how pop-up Aloha Markets like the current one at Haneda Airport in Japan help to promote local businesses outside of Hawaii, goals for the future, her advice to small businesses that are in the early stages (or people looking to launch a small business in the near future), and how people can learn more about Mana Up.  

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I had so much fun sitting down with Meli James co-founder of Mana Up, a Hawaii-based product business accelerator and venture fund Meli aimed at diversifying the local economy and creating jobs. Born and raised in Honolulu, Meli spent over a decade in Silicon Valley, where she co-founded startups like Nirvino, a top-ranked wine app. We discuss her journey from Silicon Valley to Hawaii, the creation and success of Mana Up, and her tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. Join us for an inspiring conversation about innovation, resilience, and the power of community-driven business. Follow Begin with Shaolin: Instagram: @beginwithshaolin Youtube: @beginwithshaolin Tiktok: @beginwithshaolin https://www.beginwithshaolin.com/ Follow Shaolin: Instagram: @studioshaolin Youtube: @studioshaolin Tiktok: @studio.shaolin https://www.studioshaolin.com/ Follow Mana Up: Instagram: @manauphawaii https://manauphawaii.com Follow Meli: Instagram: @melijames Listen to "Begin with Shaolin" Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/begin-with-shaolin/id1730687123 Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01tMPQDv5HkATq1wVswcyc?si=913239cc913141a5

They're helping to bust the myth that it's difficult to succeed in business in Hawaii. Meli James and her partner and co-founder Brittney Heyd are helping Hawaii companies grow their businesses into global success stories. Their company, Mana Up, helps create a trickle-down effect that helps all of Hawaii thrive. Today's episode will show you how they do it. Michael T is your host.

Get ready for a voyage into the world of entrepreneurship as I take you through my engaging conversation with Meli James, the co-founder of Mana Up. Born and raised on Oahu, Meli is no stranger to ambition and hard work. She's a connoisseur of fine wines, (with the Louis Martini 2020 being our personal favorite of the evening), and a driving force behind a top-ranked wine app on the iTunes platform. We talk about her journey, her success, and how the Mana Up Hawaii business accelerator program, now in its 8th Cohort, came to be.  We also get stoked about the upcoming Mana Up Showcase at the Hawaii Convention Center, on November 8th, where I'll be performing LIVE!As we navigate the intriguing labyrinth of entrepreneurship, Meli and I share personal stories and experiences that shaped us. We explore the vital role of authenticity and self-care in this demanding journey. Catch a glimpse into how Meli has empowered entrepreneurs, like my bestie Kimie Miner and her Haku Collective, and enabled them to scale their companies through resources, mentorship, and access to capital. How is Mana Up reshaping Hawaii's entrepreneurial landscape? Tune in to find out.The final leg of our journey takes us through Meli's favorite concert experience and the importance of 80's and 90's music to the next generation. We also get more info on the Mana Up showcase on Nov 8th, and then the live stream on Hawaii News Now on Nov 19th, featuring Anuhea, as well as the six "artists to watch" and a few rising entrepreneurs as they present their business pitches.  And don't forget to visit the Mana Up  Showcase website to enter to win all kinds of prizes, like a year's supply of Kings Hawaiian bread, a year of Zippy's, or 160,000 Hawaiian Airlines miles. And at 26 minutes in, just when we say bye to Meli, and you think the podcast is over...  we keep recording and the Patreon peeps and I kick it in the zoom room, finishing up our Louis Martini Cab Sauv, and share even more stories.  I share a captivating account of my recent trip to the Meeting of the Minds in  Jimmy Buffett x Parrot Heads in Paradise meet-up in Gulf Shores Alabama, watching my Vikings beat the Niners on Monday night Football on the big screen in New Orleans, and a "hilarious" incident involving my lost ID in Alabama. Get ready for a ride!Be sure to check out all our upcoming show dates, including our annual All is Bright Holiday Tour 2023! This year's theme?  Red Gold and Greenhttp://www.anuheajams.com/showsMahalo everyone for listening!Aloha always,AnuheaSupport the showYou gotta know, you're not alone. JUST KEEP JAMMING ONPatreon: www.patreon.com/anuheajamsInstagram: instagram.com/anuheajamsFacebook: facebook.com/anuheajamsWebsite: AnuheaJams.com

On episode 96 of the “Have Aloha Will Travel Podcast,” Catherine Toth Fox and Grace Maeda welcome Meli James back to the show. The Mana Up co-founder made her first appearance in episode 29. Her company provides an extensive mentorship program to local businesses looking to develop their stories and products. From organic beauty and beach apparel to locally crafted food and cocktail mixes, you can find an incredible variety of businesses that have graduated through the Mana Up program—many of which you know and love.

Her name speaks for itself - no formal bio or introduction is needed. On this edition of the Voice of Business Podcast presented by ALTRES, Jo McGarry interviews Meli James, Co-Founder of Mana Up and President of Hawaii Venture Capital Association. McGarry and James discuss Mana Up's origin story, and how her Silicon Valley experience spurred her passion to help Hawaii's businesses stay here and thrive here.  “If you got that hustle, you really can make anything happen.” Listen and learn more about microbrand trends and how effective storytelling can positively impact your bottom line. Help Mana Up's efforts to support local businesses thrive by purchasing products whose headquarters are in Hawaii or serve as an entrepreneur mentor in their Accelerator Program. For more information or to learn how your business can take part in the Accelerator Program, email aloha@manaup.com.  Bio:Meli James is the cofounder of Mana Up, a Hawaii-based product accelerator and venture fund building the state's next generation of consumer brands. She is also the president of the Hawaii Venture Capital Association.  Born and raised in Honolulu, Meli lived in Silicon Valley for more than 10 years where she co-founded numerous startups including Nirvino – a #1 ranked wine app and Apple Platform Top 100 App, during its time.  Meli has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of five Women to Watch and as one of eight Women Leaders Who Are Disrupting Entrepreneurship. She serves on the board of UHA Health Insurance, board of regents for Chaminade University and is a 2020 Omidyar Fellow. Meli is a graduate of Punahou School and Cornell University.

Meli James is fearless and catalytic. After a career in hospitality and in Silicon Valley's start-up scene, she brought her experience home to grow Hawai‘i's innovation economy. In this episode, we talk with her about the art of persuasion in weaving shared goals, not being afraid to ask for help and finding a symbiotic business partner.

First up, we have Meli James from the Mana Up and HVCA here to tell us about an upcoming virtual event called: Beyond Tourism – Transforming Hawai’iÊ»s Economy Through Investment. Then, we are joined by Joanna Kobayashi and Eric Tong from Ê»Iolani High School, who are here to talk about their recent GovernorÊ»s Emergency Education … Continue reading "Episode 680: HVCA Beyond Tourism + Ê»Iolani School’s ʻĀina Informatics – Sept 8, 2021"

In this episode, we sit down with Meli James and Brittany Heyd, founders of the accelerator for Hawaii's entrepreneurs, Mana Up. Listen in to our conversation about their origin story, business model, advice for starting a business, and ways to support local businesses (especially female owned businesses).

First up, we have Meli James from the Hawaii Venture Capital Association here to tell us about the open nomination period for the upcoming HVCA Entrepreneur + Deal of the Year. Nominations close on Dec 26, 2020. Then, we are joined by Brandon Kurisu, President of AIO Digital and Josh Quint, Epidemiologist from the Dept … Continue reading "Episode 643: HVCA Entrepreneur & Deal of the Year + Aloha Safe App – Dec 23, 2020"

How do you bring one of the biggest brands in the world, Hawai’i, into the global e-commerce marketplace? This is the challenge Meli James is undertaking with her most recent startup, Mana Up. In this Episode, Mani and Jordan discuss how this unique accelerator equips businesses at all stages with the capital and strategies needed to crush it in the e-commerce game.KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODEThe importance of having a strong “Why“ behind your brand.The power of a strong network and partnering with multiple brands to create a buzz.Staying nimble and ready to pivot is the key to achieving scale.TODAY’S GUESTMeli James is a cofounder at Mana Up, an initiative to expand economic opportunity, business infrastructure, and higher wage jobs in Hawai’i. Its six-month accelerator program enables Hawaiʻi product entrepreneurs to scale their businesses globally. Mana Up operates a retail business, House of Mana Up, to connect people to local brands.Visit Mana Up at https://manauphawaii.com.Connect with Meli James on LinkedIn.If you want to learn more about the eCommerce Growth Plan for your brand click here:https://mindfulmarketing.co/products/full-growth-planIf you've been paying attention and your brand is ready to GROW, apply now to be the one new brand we take on this month!https://mindfulmarketing.co/applyWant to join a network of founders and executives who know your unique challenges in scaling your E-com brand from 7 to 8 figures? Apply to join our Ecom Executives Mastermind here: https://Mindfulmarketing.co/mastermind

On this week's Have Aloha Will Travel podcast, Kevin and Cat talk story with Mana Up co-founder, Meli James, from much more than six feet away. In this episode, Meli speaks the Have Aloha Will Travel crew about Mana Up's mission, which is to provide mentoring opportunities to local small businesses as well as sell and highlight Hawaiʻi crafted products on its website and storefront (2201 Kalakaua Ave, Space A110, Honolulu). Visitors who love the Islands will want to check out Mana Up's locally-sourced care packages, which are filled with unique, artisan products that will bring Hawaiʻi to you.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Relaunching for the next generation. How this local entrepreneur built and scaled her company from right here in Hawaii. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Rona Yim.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com A Conversation with Wrappily Founder Sara Smith. Beauty and sustainability all wrapped up into one. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guests for this episode are Sara Smith and Sara Smith.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Blaine Apo from Maui Crisps shares about his new take on beef jerky that you've never seen before. How Blaine took an opportunity with his gas station in Kahului and turned it into a growing brand. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Blaine Apo.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Local celebrity chef Adam Tabura launches Manele Spice Co. paying homage to his culinary start right on Manele Bay. Growing up on Lana'i, local celebrity chef Adam Tabura talks about launching Manele Spice Co. and how he has built his career in culinary. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Adam Tabura.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Ambassadors With Aloha. How Kekoa has taken his surf brand to a whole new level.The host for this episode is Meli James. The guests for this episode are Kekoa Cazimero and Andrea Stickel.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com London Fashion Week Welcomes Its First Hawaii Designer. We will talk with Kanoe about how she has built her business from Molokai and how she has uniquely woven mo'olelo into all her designs and prints. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Kanoelani Davis.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Sick of pink flamingos! Learn how this Native Hawaiian founder took matters into her own hands. Learn how this Native Hawaiian founder elevates authentic narratives to create beautiful home decor designs that evoke cultural sensitivity. Why did she feel compelled to start this company after being a designer for years. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Jalene Kanani Bell.

We will be speaking with Zak Noyle, cofounder of local footwear company HAYN. We will be hearing how the company got started, why they are so passionate about their mission, how they sustainably create the all rubber/no plastic slippers and what's next for this growing local brand. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guest for this episode is Zak Noyle.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Meet the founders of Big Island Coffee Roasters. Learn more about the entrepreneurs growing Hawaii's product industry and graduates of Mana Up. Here their story, how they started, lessons learned, growth plans, and what we can expect next from them. The host for this episode is Meli James. The guests for this episode are Kelleigh Stewart and Brandon Von Damitz.

Meli James, one of the principals of Mana Up, will discuss the founding of the company, what it does for entrepreneurs in Hawaii, and what it plans for the future. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guests for this episode are Meli James. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guest for this episode is Meli James.

Shownotes and Links Mana Up 2016's Women to Watch - Entrepreneur.com As successful as Meli James has been throughout her career, she had a strong desire to return home to Hawaii and apply what she learned through school at Cornell and working in Silicon Valley for over ten years. Her goal was to come home and establish an innovation ecosystem here in Hawaii. Her newest venture, Mana Up, aims to build the next 100 product companies in Hawaii earning $1 million or more in annual revenue through a 12-week acceleration program. Using a variety of connections and a vision for the future of Hawaii, Meli brought her ideas to fruition with the successful completion of the first cohort and an excellent showcase at the end of the program. The next cohort is just around the corner and Mana Up is currently looking for applicants looking to scale their Hawaii-based business. Meli is one of the most accomplished female entrepreneurs in Hawaii and was recognized as one of the top female entrepreneurs to watch back in 2016 by Entrepreneur Magazine. Music – Tiare Tahiti by Clint Mariteragi from the 2009 album Tamari'i No Tahiti.

Hawaii native and Silicon Valley veteran, Meli James, discusses her experiences going from Cornell to startups in San Francisco and her work in Hawaii's Startup Paradise. Meli is the President of the Hawaii Venture Capital Association. Born and raised in Honolulu, Meli lived in Silicon Valley for over 10 years. In 2015 she was recognized by Hawaii Business Magazine as one of its 20 to Watch for the Next 20. She has recently been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of 5 Women to Watch in 2016. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/startup-catalyst-podcast/support

First we'll cover some local science and tech stories, then we'll speak with Donavan Kealoha about an upcoming Entrepreneur Foundation event. Then Tiffany Quezada will tell us about the new Hobnob launch. Finally, we'll talk about the new face of entrepreneurship, accelerators, Sultan Ventures and XLR8UH. Joining us are Meli James and Bryan Butteling.

First we'll cover some local science and tech stories, then Meli James from the Hawaii Venture Capital Association will tell us about their upcoming monthly lunch. Then Gloria O'Neill, CEO of the Cook Tinglit Tribal Council will tell us about an upcoming event at Agora. Finally, we'll get a rundown from Robbie Melton from HTDC and Rep. Angus McKelvey on the tech policy bills being introduced in the 2015 legislative session.

Joining us today is Meli James from the Hawaii Venture Capital Association to tell us about the upcoming Growing Hawaii's Innovation Economy panel. Finally, we've invited Michael Menchaca and Paul Ryan to tell us about UHM's delivery of MOOCs or Massively Open Online Courses.