Shidler College of Business Alumni Association

Shidler College of Business Alumni Association There are more than 45,000 University of Hawaii at Manoa Shidler College of Business graduates world Stay connected with alumni here.

There are more than 30,000 University of Hawaii at Manoa Shidler College of Business graduates worldwide.

Join us for our Shidler Recent Alumni Yoga and Sip event, an evening designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and trea...
09/28/2026

Join us for our Shidler Recent Alumni Yoga and Sip event, an evening designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and treat yourself after a long workday. Participate in a yoga class led by Jessica Yuhara, unwind over matcha from , drinks, and pupus, and shop at our mini marketplace of student entrepreneurs from the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship.

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.
📍 Sullivan Conference Center at the UH Cancer Center
🧘‍♀️ Bring a yoga mat or towel
🚗 Free parking in Lot B (first come, first served)
Register early and save: $25 for alumni through Oct. 12.

RSVP by Oct. 23 at shidler.hawaii.edu/recentalumni

Mahalo to Northwestern Mutual Hawaiʻi () and the Shidler Alumni Association for their support!

Congratulations to John Hewer, BBA ’19, on his recent promotion to Manager, Sports Marketing at ESPN!✨In his new role, J...
09/25/2026

Congratulations to John Hewer, BBA ’19, on his recent promotion to Manager, Sports Marketing at ESPN!✨

In his new role, John helps lead marketing strategy across ESPN’s College Football portfolio, including College GameDay, the College Football Playoff, and the National Championship, with campaigns spanning streaming, digital, social, and linear platforms.

Congratulations, John, on this exciting next step! 👏

09/24/2026

Meet Brandy Shimabukuro, BBA ’07, Director of Communications and Marketing at the Hawaiian Humane Society!🐾

In our latest alumni spotlight, Brandy shares how her Shidler experience shaped her career and introduces us to the adorable Itty Bitty Kitty Committee, a foster program helping Hawaiʻi’s tiniest kittens. 🐱💙

Watch the video, then check out Brandy’s story and more alumni highlights in the new issue of Shidler Business Magazine! 📖✨

🔗 https://bit.ly/4jkMINR

👏 We’re proud to celebrate three outstanding Shidler College of Business alumni recognized by Pacific Business News (PBN...
09/15/2026

👏 We’re proud to celebrate three outstanding Shidler College of Business alumni recognized by Pacific Business News (PBN) on its 2026 Most Admired Leaders list. Their leadership, impact, and contributions continue to make a difference across Hawaiʻi’s business community and beyond.

Johnny Chankhamany, BBA ’07 and MS ’21
Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships, Builders VC

Howard K. F. Lee, BBA ’84
President & CEO, UHA Health Insurance

Victor Lim, BBA ’73
President, Owner & Operator, LWD Inc., dba McDonald's of Hawaii

Congratulations to these exceptional alumni on this well-deserved recognition! We’re proud to celebrate their accomplishments and the continued impact of our Shidler ʻohana. 🌺

Photo credit: Pacific Business News

🚨 Last chance to apply for RAMP Cohort 8!Are you a recent Shidler graduate looking to grow your career, strengthen your ...
08/28/2026

🚨 Last chance to apply for RAMP Cohort 8!

Are you a recent Shidler graduate looking to grow your career, strengthen your leadership skills and expand your professional network?

The Shidler Alumni Association’s Recent Alumni Mentoring Program (RAMP) connects recent undergraduate alumni with leading business professionals for career guidance and personal and professional development, all at no cost to mentees.

⏰ Applications close August 31, 2026, and space is limited!

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4qzI9kw

This week, we’re celebrating Laura Johnson, BBA ’04, who recently joined Illuminate Rx as Director of Strategy & Operati...
08/28/2026

This week, we’re celebrating Laura Johnson, BBA ’04, who recently joined Illuminate Rx as Director of Strategy & Operations!👏

In her new role, Laura is helping build the operational foundation for the growing pharmacy benefit management company, with a focus on strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration and scalable processes that enhance the client and member experience.

Wishing Laura continued success as she takes on this exciting new leadership role! 🌺

We’re proud to celebrate Cecilia Ho, BBA ’80, whose remarkable career and commitment to giving back continue to make an ...
08/21/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Cecilia Ho, BBA ’80, whose remarkable career and commitment to giving back continue to make an impact across industries and communities.✨

After more than 30 years in global finance, including senior roles at Goldman Sachs, Citigroup and Standard Chartered, Ho now serves as president of the Lee Hysan Foundation in Hong Kong. She was recently recognized as one of JESSICA’s Most Successful Women 2026.

A 2010 Shidler Hall of Honor inductee, Ho has also remained a dedicated supporter of the college and its students through scholarships and other philanthropic efforts.

Read here for more about Cecilia's impact! https://bit.ly/4wEI1By

Congratulations, Cecilia, on this well-deserved recognition! 💙

Photo Credit: JESSICA

🚀 Ready to take the next step in your career?Applications are now open for RAMP Cohort 8! The Shidler Alumni Association...
08/20/2026

🚀 Ready to take the next step in your career?

Applications are now open for RAMP Cohort 8! The Shidler Alumni Association’s Recent Alumni Mentoring Program connects recent Shidler undergraduate alumni with leading Hawaiʻi business professionals for mentorship, career insights and professional development.

RAMP can help you strengthen skills in leadership, personal branding, networking, relationship management and navigating Hawaiʻi’s unique business environment — all at no cost to mentees.

🎓 Open to Shidler undergraduate alumni who graduated within the past five years
📅 Apply by Aug. 31, 2026
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qzI9kw

Space is limited! Questions? Contact [email protected].

🌴 Calling all Shidler alumni in Northern California!Join the UH ʻohana in the Bay Area for two special alumni events lea...
08/19/2026

🌴 Calling all Shidler alumni in Northern California!

Join the UH ʻohana in the Bay Area for two special alumni events leading up to the Rainbow Warriors taking on Stanford!

UH Alumni Pau Hana in the Bay
📅 Thursday, August 27 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 The Alexandria at San Carlos

Reconnect with fellow UH alumni and friends and enjoy a special opportunity to meet University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel and UH Mānoa Chancellor Vassilis Syrmos.

Register: https://bit.ly/4gkQZ0y

Then, get ready for game day!

Hawaiʻi vs. Stanford Football Pre-Game Rally
📅 Saturday, August 29 | 1–3 p.m.
📍 Ueland Field at Stanford

Gather with fellow alumni and UH fans before the Rainbow Warriors take on Stanford at 4 p.m.

Register: https://bit.ly/4gapvKY

We’d love to see our Shidler alumni in the Bay Area come out, reconnect with the UH ʻohana and show their Hawaiʻi pride! 🌈

We’re proud to congratulate Shidler alumnus Mano Nguyen, EMBA ’17, on founding his new consulting firm, Cap X Consulting...
08/14/2026

We’re proud to congratulate Shidler alumnus Mano Nguyen, EMBA ’17, on founding his new consulting firm, Cap X Consulting LLC.

A U.S. Navy veteran and longtime property management leader, Mano brings more than 20 years of experience serving communities across Oʻahu. His career has included leadership roles at prominent Honolulu properties, including the Ilikai Hotel and Kapiolani Residence, as well as founding NK Management, which he grew before selling the company in January 2025.

Today, Mano also serves as general manager of Mauna Luan AOAO in Hawaiʻi Kai while continuing to share his experience by mentoring property managers across Hawaiʻi.

Outside of work, he is active in his community as a youth volleyball coach, member of Church of the Crossroads and father of two.

Congratulations, Mano, on this exciting new chapter and continued commitment to leadership, mentorship and service in Hawaiʻi!

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