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about us

Inspire, Educate, Empower

The PolyStrong Leadership Foundation is a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. We organize and produce events and systems that bring together some of the most successful and influential Pacific Islanders for panel discussions, workshops, and networking events. Our goal is to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of leaders, providing opportunities for participants to expand their horizons and open doors.

Our History

Our History

Our History

The PolyStrong Leadership Foundation was established in November 2017. Our endeavor is to affect change and cause a paradigm shift that will help Pacific Islanders expand their horizons and achieve their full potential. 

Our Mission

Our History

Our History

Our principal purpose is to create an inspirational, educational, and empowering platform that provides access to networks, resources, and opportunities for Pacific Islanders worldwide.

Our Vision

Our History

Our Vision

 Our vision is to see Pacific Islanders represented in executive boardrooms, government, technology, medicine, law, philosophy, anthropology, and every other industry we aspire to influence. 

our team

Meet our polystrong team

Kahili Soon

Kalistina Takau

Kalistina Takau

CEO/President

Kalistina Takau

Kalistina Takau

Kalistina Takau

Executive Director

Layne Hannemann

Layne Hannemann

Layne Hannemann

 Director of Development 

William Racule

Layne Hannemann

Layne Hannemann

 Director of Marketing & Branding, EMG 

Board of directors

Meet our Polystrong board of directors

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

CEO of Eastward Management Group

Logan Tom

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

 4-Time U.S. Volleyball Olympian

Matt Loo

Frank Tusieseina, Founder

Latu Kinikini

Founding Partner of Ascend Land Consultants LLC

Latu Kinikini

Latu Kinikini

Latu Kinikini

Associate Director of Opportunity Scholars, University of Utah

Keith Camacho

Latu Kinikini

Keith Camacho

Professor of Asian American Studies and Pacific Islander Studies, UCLA

John Wallwork

Latu Kinikini

Keith Camacho

Principle of Skyride High School

PolyStrong Programs

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

The Leadership Summit, is our primary education and career event that will feature a panel discussion with speakers from various industries. Attendees will also participate in engaging workshops with our panel of professionals to learn firsthand about career planning and development. Through the workshops, they will create key networking relationships with their presenters that will provide them invaluable mentorships and internships for their future professional pursuits. 

Cultural Immersion Program

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

The Cultural Immersion Program offers PolyStrong ambassadors a transformative experience by returning them to their islands of heritage. Participants will engage in meaningful service projects that benefit local communities, deepen their understanding of cultural traditions, and immerse themselves in educational activities that highlight the significance of their cultural roots. This program aims to enrich ambassadors' connections to their heritage while fostering a greater appreciation for their cultural identity and contributions.

Small Business Development

PolyStrong Leadership Summit

Small Business Development

This program empowers Polynesian and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and training. It offers workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and funding access, enabling participants to create sustainable businesses that benefit their communities. Focusing on young professionals, it promotes economic development, job creation, and innovation. Donors can significantly impact long-term economic growth and empowerment in underserved communities.

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PolyStrong Foundation

info@polystrong.org

(385) 204-5983

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