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Event Schedule


5:00PMCheck-in

Arrive, check in, and get ready for an evening centered on inclusivity, creativity, and growth in Hawaiʻi’s advertising and media industries.


5:00PM – 5:25PMNetworking & Light Pūpūs

Kick off the evening with light pūpūs and casual conversation. Connect with fellow attendees, guest speakers, and local professionals.


5:25PM – 5:30PMOpening Remarks

A warm welcome from Ad 2 Hawaiʻi to set the tone for the evening and introduce the purpose behind Pono and why these conversations matter.


5:30PM – 6:00PMUnderstanding Ethnic Diversity in Hawaiʻi Introduction

Discover why Hawaiʻi is recognized as one of the most ethnically and racially diverse places in the world.


6:00PM – 7:25PMPono: A DEI Panel Featuring Stephen Hill, Sage Keʻalohilani Quiamno, and Jacob Aki

View ten award-winning commercials that highlight DEI principles. Our panel of advertising, media, and DEI experts will break down what makes these campaigns powerful.


7:25PM – 7:30PMClosing Remarks

End the evening with key takeaways, along with ways to stay engaged with Ad 2 Hawaiʻi, AAF Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi Black Chamber of Commerce, and Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaiʻi.


Location Information

  • Anthology Marketing Group
  • 1003 Bishop Street, 8th Floor, Honolulu, HI, 96813 US

Speakers

Stephen Hill Film & Television Actor (Magnum P.I., The Color Purple)

Stephen Hill is a critically acclaimed actor best known for his starring role as T.C. Calvin on Magnum P.I. and for his performance in the 2023 film adaptation of The Color Purple. Beyond the screen, Stephen is passionate about using storytelling as a vehicle for social change. He is a vocal advocate for diversity and equity in the entertainment industry and regularly lends his platform to support underrepresented voices. Originally from New York, Hill holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Hampton University, a foundation that informs his deep respect for storytelling and diversity in media.


Sage Ke'alohilani Quiamno Entrepreneur & Global Strategic Advisor - Former DEI Leader at Prime Video & Amazon Studios

Sage Ke'alohilani Quiamno is an award-winning entrepreneur and global strategic advisor specializing in social impact. As the former Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leader at Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, she developed and implemented comprehensive talent strategies across 12 countries, fostering inclusive environments and diverse representation throughout the organization. A proud Native Hawaiian, Sage leverages her expertise to advise local Hawaiʻi female-founded companies and next-generation AI startups. Her work in DEI and entrepreneurship has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur Magazine, with honors including Seattle Magazine's Most Influential People and The Gates Foundation's 100 Changemakers.


Jacob Aki Senior Public Affairs Manager - Alaska Airlines & Hawaiian Airlines

Jacob Aki is the Senior Public Affairs Manager for both Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. In this role, he leads all government and public affairs efforts for the combined company in Hawai‘i and the Pacific. Prior to entering the airline industry, Jacob spent nearly a decade in senior legislative roles with the Hawai‘i State Senate. He is a proud graduate of Kamehameha Schools and holds a B.A. in political science and Hawaiian studies and from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and a master’s degree in political management from The George Washington University.


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Hawaiʻi Black Chamber of Commerce Event Partner


Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaiʻi Event Partner


AAF Hawaiʻi Event Partner


Wasiswas Creative Ad 2 Hawaiʻi Sponsor


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  • For current students with a valid student ID

  • For guests interested in attending






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