Скачать или смотреть Beyond Achievement: Meli James' Powerful Journey to Purpose and Authenticity

From Silicon Valley startups to co-founding Mana Up, Meli James has built her career on elevating Hawai‘i’s entrepreneurs while also navigating her own journey of self-discovery. In this powerful conversation, Meli opens up about the challenges of scaling businesses in Hawai‘i, the global potential of the “Hawai‘i brand,” and her personal transitions—from quarter-life crisis to building purpose and authenticity in her leadership. If you’ve ever wondered how to balance achievement with fulfillment, or how to grow world-class companies while staying true to yourself, this episode will inspire and challenge you.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
02:22 The Core of Mana Up's Mission
02:52 Explaining Mana Up's Unique Approach
03:19 Challenges and Opportunities in Hawaii
04:44 Mana Up's Accelerator Program
07:48 Millie's Journey and Entrepreneurial Background
09:11 The Birth of Mana Up
11:29 Partnership with Brittany
13:22 Success Stories from Mana Up
15:36 Millie's Personal Journey and Life Coaching
17:32 The Transition to a More Authentic Life
23:05 Exploring New Passions and Future Aspirations
39:47 Embracing Failures and Curiosity
41:16 Silent Meditation Retreat Insights
42:46 Trust and Self-Compassion
44:17 Navigating Personal and Professional Shifts
46:04 Startup Growth and Leadership
49:10 Entrepreneurial Challenges and Mindset
50:55 Creating a Supportive Entrepreneurial Environment
01:11:13 Personal Reflections and Influences
01:19:03 Conclusion and Gratitude

Meli James, a Punahou and Cornell graduate, is a leading force in Hawaiʻi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. After co-founding Nirvino, a top-ranked wine app in Silicon Valley, she returned home to help build the state’s startup community through roles at Blue Startups and XLR8UH. In 2017, she co-founded Mana Up, an accelerator and venture fund that scales Hawaiʻi-based consumer brands globally, while also serving as President of the Hawaiʻi Venture Capital Association and an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Cornell University. Recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a “Woman to Watch” and later one of the “Women Leaders Disrupting Entrepreneurship,” she is also an Omidyar Fellow, sits on boards including UHA Health Insurance and Chaminade University, and is committed to building sustainable, high-impact businesses rooted in Hawaiʻi.

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