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Inspiring stories, Valuable Lessons
Stay connected with RiseHI through our blog, where we share inspiring stories and key updates. Discover how kamaʻāina creators and leaders drive positive change and align with our mission.
New posts every two weeks keep you informed and engaged with our community.
Keep It Moving | with Keola Rapozo
No handouts. No blueprint. Just movement.
That’s how Keola Rapozo built one of the most iconic clothing brands in Hawaiʻi—from a kid hustling in Kahalu’u to co-founding FITTED, a streetwear staple woven into the identity of the islands.
Getting Your Wings | with Kūhaʻo Zane
Kūhaʻo Zane, the lead graphic designer at Sig Zane Designs from Keaukaha, Hawai’i, didn’t just follow in his family’s footsteps, he forged his own path. But to do that, he had to leave home first.
Old Skills, New Creations | with Keola Rapozo
Keola Rapozo, a Castle High School graduate from Kahalu‘u and co-founder of the popular brand and clothing line, FITTED, demonstrates how thinking outside the box and embracing different approaches can lead to extraordinary success.