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Unfiltered: From Sugar to Success: Small Business Journeys

Apr
28
2026
Tue, Apr 28 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Topic: Managing a Business

Behind every small business is a story that’s rarely told. Beyond the highlight reels and polished branding are long hours, hard choices, lessons learned the hard way, and moments of real resilience.

Join local small business owners for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it truly takes to build and sustain a business. Panelists will share their personal journeys—from early challenges to defining milestones—along with insights on overcoming obstacles, adapting through change, and staying grounded in purpose. This conversation is about the real work behind success and the courage it takes to keep going.

Open to aspiring entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners at every stage who want candid insight, practical wisdom, and a reminder that no one builds alone.

Cost: $20 (includes heavy pupu and one drink) FOR A LIMITED TIME: Sign up you and a friend for $20 ($40 value)!

  • Register up to 4 attendees at a time.
  • Discount applied at checkout.

Speaker(s): Cori Nakamoto (Owner of Cori's Cake Dreams) Cristina Nishioka (Founder & Pastry Chef, Beyond Pastry) Aiku'e and Kekahu Napoleon-Ahn (Owners, Niu Soft Serve) Moderated by: Noela Napoleon (MCBL Lead Business Counselor and Facilitator)

Co-Sponsor(s):


Fee: $ 20.00

Please pay upon registration. If you are registering more than 4 attendees, please email us at mcbl@ywcaoahu.org

Phone: 808.695.2635

Location

Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leadership (MCBL)
YWCA Laniakea
1040 Richards St. Ste. 105 Honolulu, HI 96813