Collaborating for a Better Hawaiʻi

HEC leverages the collective leadership of senior executives to accelerate the building of a resilient Hawaiʻi and its central place in the world.

About Us

Leaders committed to making our islands a better place

Representing many diverse sectors, HEC leaders believe in a shared sense of kuleana (responsibility) to find real-world, high-impact solutions that benefit our communities and people.

Focus Areas

Honoring and perpetuating Hawai`i’s Soul and serving as a model globally

Our vision is grounded in Native Hawaiian culture and values that shape the way we live and work. Recognizing that Hawaiʻi’s communities are enhanced by their diversity, we believe in the positive impact of personal connections – across the table and across the ocean.

Collaborative
Leadership

Uniting leaders to build trust, live Hawai‘i’s Soul, confront entrenched views, and take bold, courageous action together.

Collective
Impact

Aligning leaders and resources to amplify efforts, close gaps, and achieve more together.

Commitment to Transformative Change

Empowering leaders to challenge norms, broaden perspectives, forge unlikely partnerships, fortify trust, and drive lasting change.

Recent Updates

Rediscovering Hawai‘i’s Soul

The RHS network enables leaders to collaborate and reimagine a thriving, inclusive future for Hawaiʻi, grounded in Hawaiian values and diverse perspectives.

Learn more about Hawai‘i’s Soul and our shared kuleana

Climate Coalition Pledge

The Climate Coalition is a collaborative, multi-sector approach to creating a favorable environment for climate progress.

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IT Workforce Needs Report

Technology represents a significant opportunity for Hawaiʻi as we diversify our workforce and support an innovation economy.

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