Hawaii Tech Week 2026
From August 31–September 4, we equipped Hawaiʻi’s small businesses and entrepreneurs with the knowledge, connections, and momentum to grow.
Chris Do led a focused workshop on value, positioning, and being recognized for the work you do. The session opened the week with practical learning for founders and creative professionals.
A playful conversation used a familiar character to examine leadership, work, and life in technology. The approachable format made complex workplace ideas easier to discuss.
An intimate evening brought local leaders and practitioners together with Chris Do and Ovetta Sampson. The gathering created room for deeper conversation and new relationships.
Ovetta Sampson explored AI, ethics, and the need to keep people at the center of emerging technology. It became the week’s largest free education event.
A small group worked directly with Ovetta Sampson on practical AI frameworks. The hands-on format served practitioners seeking deeper, specialized instruction.
A Gen Z-focused panel shared emerging perspectives on careers, technology, and changing expectations at work. The conversation also surfaced lessons for improving future panel formats.
The closing gathering celebrated the people and small businesses that made the week possible. It gave attendees a final chance to connect, reflect, and support local vendors.
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Five consecutive days of programming connected Hawaiʻi’s small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creative community.
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What attendees told us
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Most respondents said they would likely attend future events.
Feedback favored expert-led sessions and direct access to experienced practitioners, providing an important guide for what comes next.
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