Welcome to the RiseHI Blog
Stories from Hawai‘i that spark growth.
How to Take the First Step (Before You Feel Ready) | with Nainoa Langer
What happens when the spark inside you grows louder than the expectations around you? In this Manaʻo Bomb, Nainoa Langer’s journey reveals how taking imperfect action can unravel the pull of comfort and unlock a life aligned with purpose. A story for anyone standing at the edge of something new, unsure but restless, and learning that momentum often begins the moment we move anyway.
How to Thrive When Everything Around You Changes | with Naehalani Breeland
What do you do when life keeps shifting beneath your feet and the only constant you have is who you choose to become? In this Manaʻo Bomb, Naehalani Breeland’s journey across islands, continents, careers, and industries shows us that clarity comes from courageous adaptability. A story for anyone learning to thrive in the unknown and building a future shaped by purpose.
Growing Aloha | with Ola Brew’s Nahealani Breeland
From backyard roots on Molokaʻi to building a community-owned brewery, Naehalani Breeland is redefining what it means to do business in Hawaiʻi. See how Ola Brew turned wasted fruit into $1.8M for local farmers and ownership for the lāhui.
The Bare Maximum | with Nainoa Langer
Some people wait for the perfect plan. Nainoa Langer picked up a GoPro instead. No roadmap, no guarantees—just a spark and a camera. That was enough to start something big.

