Applications Close Wednesday, January 28 — February 2026 Project Hoʻomana Cohort 📝
Grow Your Business.
Strengthen the Lāhui.
When you join the Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce, you become part of a growing network committed to advancing Native Hawaiians in commerce and strengthening Hawaiʻi’s business community.
Through Project Hoʻomana, Pūpū’s & Pro’s, business workshops, mentorship, networking, workforce initiatives, and member visibility tools, NHCC helps members build relationships, access opportunity, and grow with purpose.
Since September 2024, NHCC has welcomed more than 300 new members, nearly tripled membership, and engaged more than 1,000 participants through programs and events.
Trusted by Native Hawaiian business leaders and organizations across Hawaiʻi
NHCC is not just something you join — it is something we build together.
Choose the membership that fits you or your organization
Apply for NHCC Membership in Just a Few Minutes
Individual Membership
$75 / year
For professionals, entrepreneurs, and supporters who want to engage with the NHCC community
Connect with professionals and entrepreneurs across Hawaiʻi
Workshops and business education
Member pricing for workshops and events
Small Firm Membership
$200 / year
Most Popular for Local
Businesses
For small businesses that want to engage with the chamber.
Up to 3 member designations
Featured listing in the NHCC Business Directory
Share announcements and opportunities with the NHCC community
Post opportunities on the NHCC Jobs Board
Access to events and programs
Large Firm Membership
$500 / year
For organizations committed to supporting Native Hawaiian economic leadership across Hawaiʻi
Up to 8 member designations
Featured listing in the NHCC Business Directory
Share announcements and opportunities with the NHCC community
Post opportunities on the NHCC Jobs Board
Leadership and visibility opportunities within the NHCC network
Questions about membership? Call us at (808) 208-5816 or Email [email protected]
Membership Types
Individual membership
Individual membership is designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, students, retirees, and supporters who want to engage with Hawaiʻi’s Native Hawaiian business community. Membership is held in the individual’s name and is non-transferable.
Business Membership (Small Firm & Large Firm)
Business memberships allow organizations to assign multiple member designations within their company. Small Firm memberships include up to 3 members, while Large Firm memberships include up to 8 members. Businesses also gain visibility through the NHCC Business Directory, the NHCC Jobs Board, and opportunities to promote events, announcements, and Member-to-Member Deals.
Building Business Success with Purpose and Community
The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce is guided by values of kuleana, laulima, and aloha. We support Native Hawaiian-serving organizations and local businesses while strengthening connections across Hawai'i's economy and community.
NHCC programs, events, and partnerships help entrepreneurs grow while honoring culture, relationships, and long-term impact.
Building Business Success with Purpose and Community
The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce is guided by values of kuleana, laulima, and aloha. We support Native Hawaiian-serving organizations and local businesses while strengthening connections across Hawai'i's economy and community.
NHCC programs, events, and partnerships help entrepreneurs grow while honoring culture, relationships, and long-term impact.
Why Join NHCC?
Build relationships that lead to opportunity: Connect with business owners, professionals, executives, and community leaders across Hawaiʻi.
Increase your visibility: Promote your business through the member directory, member-to-member deals, jobs board, social media, and Chamber communications.
Grow through practical programs:
Access workshops, mentorship, Project Hoʻomana, Pūpū’s & Pro’s, and training designed to help businesses strengthen and scale.Support the lāhui through commerce:
Your membership helps expand programs that uplift Native Hawaiian businesspeople, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
A Chamber for Businesses Across Hawaiʻi
The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce supports Native Hawaiian-serving organizations and local businesses across many industries — from new entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders to established companies and professionals building Hawaiʻi’s future together.
Micro & Small Businesses
Nonprofits & Community Organizations
Construction & Skilled Trades
Retail & Hospitality
Food & Agriculture
Arts & Culture
Real Estate & Development
Professional Services
From first-time entrepreneurs to established companies, NHCC helps you grow with community and support.
Member Benefits
Connections & Community
Build meaningful relationships with professionals and entrepreneurs advancing Native Hawaiian and locally rooted businesses through networking events, workshops, and leadership gatherings across Hawai‘i.Visibility & Business Promotion
Increase your visibility through the NHCC Member Directory, Member-to-Member Deals, Jobs Board listings, social media highlights, and opportunities to participate in Chamber programs and events.Exclusive Events & Networking
Participate in workshops, networking events, and cultural gatherings throughout the year—including signature programs like Pūpū’s & Pro’s and leadership events that bring Hawai‘i’s business community together.Education & Professional Growth
Access business training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities from experienced Hawai‘i business leaders to strengthen your skills and grow your organization.Discounts & Member Savings
Receive special pricing on NHCC events, workshops, and partner programs, along with exclusive Member-to-Member Deals within our network.Strategic Partnerships
Collaborate with leaders, organizations, and partners across the Hawaiʻi business community to expand opportunities and strengthen Native Hawaiian entrepreneurship.
Member Benefits
Connections & Community
Build meaningful relationships with professionals and entrepreneurs advancing Native Hawaiian and locally rooted businesses through networking events, workshops, and leadership gatherings across Hawai‘i.Visibility & Business Promotion
Increase your visibility through the NHCC Member Directory, Member-to-Member Deals, Jobs Board listings, social media highlights, and opportunities to participate in Chamber programs and events.Exclusive Events & Networking
Participate in workshops, networking events, and cultural gatherings throughout the year—including signature programs like Pūpū’s & Pro’s and leadership events that bring Hawai‘i’s business community together.Education & Professional Growth
Access business training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities from experienced Hawai‘i business leaders to strengthen your skills and grow your organization.Discounts & Member Savings
Receive special pricing on NHCC events, workshops, and partner programs, along with exclusive Member-to-Member Deals within our network.Strategic Partnerships
Collaborate with leaders, organizations, and partners across the Hawaiʻi business community to expand opportunities and strengthen Native Hawaiian entrepreneurship.
What NHCC Members Are Saying
From first-time entrepreneurs to established business leaders, NHCC members share how workshops, networking events, and programs like Project Ho'omana have helped them grow their businesses and build meaningful connections across Hawai'i.
Hear directly from entrepreneurs who completed Project Hoʻomana
Project Hoʻomana has supported Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs across multiple industries.
Mandi K. Scott
Kumu Hula | President, Nā Maka o Puʻuwai Aloha Foundation
Project Hoʻomana has supported Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs across multiple industries.
Glen Freitas
Real Estate Investor | kBrah HI LLC
Hear from leaders who learned through NHCC events and workshops
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Join NHCC?
Membership with NHCC is open to any individual or organization, provided you/your organization supports the mission and vision of NHCC.
What is the Membership Process?
Once you submit your application via our online application, your application will be sent to our Membership Chair for processing and submission to our Board of Directors for approval. Once your application is approved, you will be contacted by our Membership Chair and prompted to set up your account in our member management portal, which will allow you access to members-only resources and features. In general, the application and approval process takes 30 days or less.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply for NHCC Membership in Just a Few Minutes
Join professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations working together to strengthen Native Hawaiian business leadership across Hawaiʻi.
Individual Membership
$75 / year
For professionals, entrepreneurs, and supporters who want to engage with the NHCC community
Connect with professionals and entrepreneurs across Hawaiʻi
Workshops and business education
Member pricing for workshops and events
Small Firm Membership
$200 / year
Most Popular for Local
Businesses
For small businesses that want to engage with the chamber.
Up to 3 member designations
Featured listing in the NHCC Business Directory
Share announcements and opportunities with the NHCC community
Post opportunities on the NHCC Jobs Board
Access to events and programs
Large Firm Membership
$500 / year
For organizations committed to supporting Native Hawaiian economic leadership across Hawaiʻi
Up to 8 member designations
Featured listing in the NHCC Business Directory
Share announcements and opportunities with the NHCC community
Post opportunities on the NHCC Jobs Board
Leadership and visibility opportunities within the NHCC network
Questions about membership? Call us at (808) 208-5816 or Email [email protected]
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