Spectra Foundation
501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization
547 Halekauwila St Suite 203
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 aloha@spectrafoundation.org
Spectra Foundation
501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization
547 Halekauwila St Suite 203
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 aloha@spectrafoundation.org
Art and creativity are not limited to the traditional realms of painting, drawing, or sculpture; they exist on a vast, colorful spectrum encompassing every facet of human expression. From the complex harmonies of a symphony to the fluid grace of a dancer's movements, creativity manifests in countless forms. This spectrum of artistic expression reflects the diverse ways humans interpret, interact with, and reimagine the world. It's found in the savory innovations of a chef crafting a new dish, the innovative problem-solving of a programmer coding a new application, or the imaginative world-building of a storyteller weaving a captivating narrative. By recognizing art and creativity as a spectrum, we open ourselves to the boundless beauty and ingenuity that permeates our lives, acknowledging that the creative impulse thrives within us all, waiting to be expressed in infinite ways.
Noah has been in business development and creative marketing for the past 15 years. He co-founded Ellemsee and Honolulu Creative Mornings chapter with Lauryn. He also served on the board of directors for the American Institute of Graphic Arts as the education chair. He has worked with global brands like MGM, Sony, and Microsoft.
Lauryn has over 15 years in graphic design, UI/UX design, product design, print media journalism and photography. Her background in fashion merchandising and experience as a contributing editor for local retail magazines has trained her eye for aesthetics and attention to detail, allowing her to translate client needs into award-winning design projects that reflect each unique brand.
The multiple Na-Hoku award-winning producer/ songwriters, Chaz Umamoto, and Joshua Stephens joined forces to start Craft Brewz Music, LLC. From licensing, music clearance, digital music marketing, to publishing administration, and large-scale corporate projects, Craft Brewz Music LLC serves as a hub for Music Business professionals and creators to better serve and connect with the local community.
Aly Ishikuni co-founded Art + Flea with one goal in mind: to create an outlet for local vendors and artists to grow the business with limited overhead. The dream event came to fruition with the first Art + Flea in July of 2010. At the time, hints of life of an urban market scene were few and far between butHonolulu’s creative community was ready. Today, Art + Flea has become one of Honolulu’s favorite monthly events where both artists and shoppers can genuinely connect.
Seth has spent his career counseling clients in the areas of entrepreneurship, law, and corporate matters. As a business consultant and law expert, Seth is steadfastly dedicated to creative problem-solving, presenting candid advice and risk assessment, and exhausting every possibility. From entrepreneurial and emerging ventures to capital structuring, cross-border transactions, intellectual property strategies, scaling and expansion, and business exit planning, Seth has journeyed with clients through every critical stage of the business cycle.
