Shidler College of Business Alumni Association

Congratulations to new Shidler graduate Rae Angelic Fajardo, who recently earned her Master of Science in Marketing Management after first joining Shidler as a Freshman Direct Admit student in 2021.

Rae earned her BBA in Marketing with a minor in Ilokano in 2024 and continued her Shidler journey through the MSMM program, building lifelong friendships, professional connections and meaningful mentorship along the way.

“Shidler gave me more than just an education. It gave me lifelong friendships, professional connections, mentors and experiences that helped me grow both personally and professionally,” Rae shared.

One of her most memorable moments was being recognized with the 2025 Special Student in the MSMM Business Night Award, an honor she said reminded her that “hard work and perseverance truly pay off.”

“To my family, friends, professors, faculty, scholarship donors and everyone who supported and believed in me, thank you from the bottom of my heart,” she said.

Mahalo, Rae, for sharing your Shidler journey with us. We are so proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see where your next chapter takes you.

As Rae says, “smile bright always!”

Friendly reminder to register for the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association Alumni Networking Mixer at Aya Golf Lounge.

Join us for an evening of networking, pupus, one drink and friendly competition with fellow Shidler alumni. Guests will also have complimentary access to the golf simulator until 7 p.m.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
Aya Golf Lounge
641 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 1

Tickets are $70. RSVP by Friday, June 19.

Register here: shidler.hawaii.edu/annualmeeting

This week, we’re celebrating Liane J. Khim, BBA ’99, who recently began a new role as Cash Management Services Manager at American Savings Bank 🎉

A finance alumna of The Shidler College of Business, Liane continues to grow her leadership journey in Hawaiʻi’s banking industry, bringing years of experience and dedication to her new position.

Congratulations, Liane, on this exciting next chapter! We’re proud to see our Shidler alumni continuing to make an impact in the community and beyond 🌺

Congratulations to Erick Huang, BBA ’25, on passing the CPA exam!

A recent Shidler College of Business graduate, Erick credits Shidler with helping him grow both professionally and personally through student organizations, networking events and the friendships he built along the way.

“Shidler is a great school to develop professionally and personally,” he shared. “I made lifelong friends through Shidler clubs and student organizations and expanded my network through the networking events Shidler and its student organizations provide.”

His advice to current students is to take advantage of every opportunity: attend networking events, get involved in student organizations and enjoy the college experience.

Congratulations again, Erick. We are proud to celebrate this exciting milestone with you!

⏰ Last chance to register this weekend!

Join Shidler Recent Alumni and the Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi Young Professionals program for a special joint pau hana networking mixer at Aloha Beer Company.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, grow your professional network and meet other young professionals from across Hawaiʻi all while enjoying heavy pupus and a drink ticket included with registration.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Aloha Beer Company
• $30 for Shidler alumni + YP members
• $45 for non-members

Registration closes Monday, June 8.
RSVP🔗 https://bit.ly/3R10sRX
Don’t miss out! 🤝

After 21 years of visionary leadership, the Shidler College of Business invites our alumni, faculty, staff, students and business community to join us for a special farewell celebration honoring Dean V. Vance Roley.

Dean Roley’s lasting impact on Shidler can be seen across the College, in our students, alumni, faculty, programs and the many partnerships he helped strengthen throughout Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Please join us as we celebrate his remarkable legacy and say mahalo for more than two decades of dedicated service.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
5–7:30 p.m.
Eddie & Elaine Flores, Jr. Courtyard
Shidler College of Business

Complimentary attendance. Prior RSVP is required for light pupus and beverages.

RSVP by June 24:
https://bit.ly/3RLz8r9

Join the Shidler College of Business Alumni Association for an evening of networking, connection and friendly competition at the Alumni Networking Mixer.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy pupus and one drink, and take advantage of complimentary golf simulator access at Aya Golf Lounge. The evening will also include a short program for board members and officer installations.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
Aya Golf Lounge
641 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 1

Early bird pricing is $55 through May 29 and ends tonight at 11:59 p.m. Tickets are $70 after May 29.

RSVP by Monday, June 8: https://bit.ly/43DtutK

This week, we’re featuring Isaiah Nichols-Floyd, MBA ’25, who is now working in Japan as a Global Marketing and Communications Lead at Solizeオンライン3dプリント.

In his role, Isaiah works alongside the global strategy management team to help develop worldwide marketing strategies — from conducting market research to building campaigns across multiple channels and collaborating with teams around the globe.

One piece of advice Isaiah shares with students:
“If your goal is to go abroad, build a strategy to get there and stay focused on it. It’s okay to be flexible, but make the right adjustments to reach that goal.”

While at The Shidler College of Business, one of Isaiah’s favorite projects was his independent study research exploring Japan’s increase in the food consumer price index and its possible correlation with labor demand in the agriculture sector.

And when it comes to life in Japan? Isaiah says one of his favorite foods is curry udon, with a favorite spot located in Wakayama-ken 🍜

Congratulations, Isaiah! We’re proud to see our alumni making an impact around the world 🌏

Reminder! Join us for the 2026 Shidler Young Alumni Mixer at 🌺

Connect with fellow alumni and young professionals over heavy pupus, drinks and networking.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Aloha Beer Company

RSVP by Monday, June 8.
RSVP🔗 https://shidler.wufoo.com/forms/z1c1tqt40ere411/
We hope to see you there! 🤝

Congratulations to Chia Yun “Mercy” Cheng, BBA ’26, who graduated this past Saturday from the Shidler College of Business with a degree in marketing.

Originally from Taiwan, Mercy’s journey at UH Mānoa has been one of growth, confidence and leadership. Through her involvement as a New Rainbow Warrior peer leader and with the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship, where she served as a PACE Leader and student director for the Entrepreneurship Live program, Mercy found community while helping others do the same.

As she begins her next chapter, Mercy plans to remain in Hawaiʻi and pursue a career in marketing.

We are proud to celebrate Mercy and the many ways she represents the spirit of Shidler: curious, driven and ready to lead.

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