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Cynthia Wessendorf,

This digital media teacher and assistant principal helps bring out the best in his students and connects them to the world beyond the classroom.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

The executive director co-founded the nonprofit to combat construction waste, salvaging 442 tons of building materials last year.

Austin Bourcier,

As director of marketing for five iconic hotels, she says it’s an honor to help “define tourism and hospitality for the future.”

Janis Magin Meierdiercks,

Last month, single family homes typically took 47 days to sell. In February 2022, it was 13 days, and two years ago it was just nine.

Kathryn Drury Wagner,

This “quiet but effective” president of a local technology company is devoted to developing Hawai‘i’s tech workforce.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

As director of the research and advocacy group, Reichhardt works to build a pipeline of skilled nurses and help them thrive in the Islands.

Kathryn Drury Wagner,

The interim director of sustainable industries and nonprofit founder helps to strengthen traditional food systems and Indigenous entrepreneurship.

Kathryn Drury Wagner,

This tech and engineering trailblazer returned home to head operations and technology as COO, while supporting 2,500 local businesses.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

The new president and CEO of one of the state’s major food distributors is on a mission to end hunger in Hawai‘i.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

The nonprofit erects 15 to 20 homes a year in batches, largely using the labor of volunteers and the eventual homeowners.

Nina Cherry,

For stressed-out leaders, an executive coach offers simple steps to rekindle happiness and gratitude.

Kathryn Drury Wagner,

As executive VP of the family business, she is working to “evolve our leadership styles,” with an eye on locating and cultivating local talent.