About Talent Hui

We're building Hawaii's premier talent platform, connecting local professionals with opportunities that strengthen our islands' economy and preserve our unique culture.

Our Mission

Talent Hui was born from a simple belief: Hawaii's greatest asset is its people. We saw talented professionals leaving the islands for opportunities elsewhere, while local companies struggled to find qualified candidates who understood Hawaii's unique culture and values.

Our platform bridges this gap by creating a community-driven ecosystem where Hawaii's talent can discover meaningful opportunities close to home, and employers can connect with professionals who truly understand our islands.

Leadership Team

Zack

Founder

CEO & Founder of AEP Hawaii

Founder of Talent Hui

Zack is passionate about growing Hawaii's economy through talent development. With deep roots in the local tech ecosystem, he brings strategic vision and community connections to help Talent Hui connect Hawaii's best talent with meaningful opportunities.

Gigi

Advisor

Director of AEP Hawaii

Gigi brings extensive experience in talent acquisition and community building. Her expertise in connecting professionals with opportunities and understanding of Hawaii's unique business landscape helps guide Talent Hui's mission to strengthen the local talent ecosystem.

Jeff

Technical Advisor

VP of Engineering of RedCAT Systems

Jeff is a seasoned startup engineering leader with deep experience in the HR Performance and Compensation space as VP of Engineering at RedCAT Systems. His expertise provides invaluable guidance to Talent Hui as we build a robust platform to serve Hawaii's talent ecosystem.

Darius

Advisor

3x Y Combinator Exits

Darius is a serial entrepreneur with an exceptional track record of building and scaling successful startups. With three successful Y Combinator exits under his belt, he brings unparalleled expertise in product development, fundraising, and company growth. His deep understanding of the startup ecosystem and proven ability to execute at the highest level makes him an invaluable advisor to Talent Hui as we build Hawaii's premier talent platform.

Reid

Advisor

Chief Operating Officer of Pre

(YC 24)

As Chief Operating Officer of Pre (YC 24), Reid brings extensive operational expertise and strategic insights to Talent Hui. His experience in scaling Y Combinator-backed startups helps shape our approach to building a sustainable platform that serves both talent and employers across Hawaii.