Come for lunch and aloha. Stay for the camaraderie.

Join us to connect, collaborate,
and support women power.

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S NETWORK

Hawaii’s oldest women’s business network…
Building Business — Building Relationships
Since 1978.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Aloha to everyone who is reading this,
I would like to invite you to join us in growing your professional business and network.
Professional Women’s Network meets once a month for a delicious luncheon and an engaging Guest Speaker…
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LUNCHEON MEETING CALENDAR

Most luncheons except those with an asterisk are held on the 4th Thursday of the month.

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WHO WE ARE

The Professional Women’s Network is dedicated to supporting professional and businesswomen in Hawaii, acting on the premise that mutual support is a necessary factor in bringing about personal growth and business success.

The Network’s objectives are to promote the exchange of professional ideas and provide an opportunity to share experiences that will help women expand their business position in the Hawaii marketplace.

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Come join us on
Thursday, May 25, 2023

PWN Presents guest speaker, David Livingston;

Financial Advisor & Franchise Owner will join us to share his wisdom about Networking!

David Livingston

David Livingston is well-known here in Hawaii. An all-around and well-rounded man with a ton of experience in Finances and Community Services! He knows what he is talking about and has many awards under his belt. Dave is a true leader and serves his community with enthusiastic energy in all he does.

Since 1999 when David was recruited as a financial advisor, he has spent a great deal of his time helping people plan their financial futures. He is excited about this challenge – He’s made his lifetime goal of helping others achieve their goals!

That provides him with a great deal of energy and enthusiasm to start his day!
As David’s work, community participation, hobbies, and awards are too numerous to list here, but please read his bio via our website:
READ DAVID’S BIO

Luncheon Location Dress Code: Business or Business casual, professional.

RSVP & PREPAY OPTIONS:

  • e-Mail: AlohaPWN@gmail.com and include your menu choice
  • Prepay via Zelle using our email: AlohaPWN@gmail.com
  • RSVP by Prepay via PayPal to epayment@pwnhawaii.org or visit our website at https://www.pwnhawaii.org/product-category/may-2023/ *Only Cash and checks are accepted at the door.(Must have an RSVP)PURCHASE TICKETS

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2023 Board of Director Members

From Left to Right:

Lee LaBrash — Executive Director (Supports the Board who supports the Membership)
Evelyn Stiefel — President
Audrey Hutton — Arrangements Director
Amber Ricci — Membership Director & Spring Event Director
Marilyn David — Vice President
Michael Cobb — Fall Event Director

*Not pictured is Evelyn’s, President Advisor, Mary Houghton (Past President)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Luncheons

  • May 25, 2023
  • June 22, 2023
  • July 27, 2023
  • August 24, 2023
  • September 28, 2023
  • October 26, 2023
  • November 16, 2023

SEE OUR EVENTS CALENDAR

MEET ALL OUR MEMBERS

Evelyn Stiefel

President

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President

Evelyn Stiefel

Vice President

A Frame Mortgage LLC
127 19th Street
Honolulu, HI 96818

Business: 808-744-4155
Cell: 970-405-6225

E-mail: evelyn@aframemortgage.com
Website: aframemortgage.com

Member Since: 2020

Aloha!
Tricia Drago

Treasurer

Tricia Drago

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Tricia Drago

Tricia Drago

Treasurer

Banyan Accounting LLC
633 Kaimalino Street
Kailua, HI 96734

Business: 808-200-1040
Cell: 808-271-1973

E-mail:  Tricia@banyanaccounting.com
Website: banyanaccounting.com

Member Since: 2019

Aloha!
Michael Cobb

Fall Event Director

Michael Cobb

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Michael Cobb

Michael Cobb

Fall Event Director

Certified Financial Planner

Prudential Financial/Hawaiian Soul
1100 Alakea Street, Suite 2800
Honolulu, HI 96813

Business: 808-381-4385

E-mail:  Michael.cobb@prudential.com

Member Since: 2016

Summary of Services: Comprehensive Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Business Planning, Insurance Planning, Investing.

Business Resume: Certified Financial Planner with a BS in International Finance. Former Business Banking Officer.

Personal Resume: I sing in a band called Hawaiian Soul. I used to own a janitorial maintenance company.

Favorite Quote: “God grant me the serenity to accept those things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference between the two.”

Words to live by: You only lose if you quit! Never give up!

Aloha!
Marilyn Rideb David

Vice President

Marilyn Rideb David

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Marilyn Rideb David

Marilyn Rideb David

Vice President

Founder
Jairs, Hawaiian Clothing Factory
1515 Nuuanu Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96817

Phone: 808-436-4223

Website:
https://thejairs.com

Member Since: Reactivated 2022

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Audrey Hutton

Arrangements Director - Past-President Advisor

Audrey Hutton

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Audrey Hutton

Audrey Hutton

Arrangements Director - Past-President Advisor

Realtor-Associate, Mobile Notary, Real estate Investor

NextHome Hale Realty

Hutton Services

Hutton Investment Group

38 Judd Street
Honolulu, HI 96817

Business: 808-375-3893

E-mail:  YourRealtor@AudreyHutton.com
Website: http://yourrealtorinhawaii.com/

Member Since: 2002

Summary of Services: Realtor, Mobile Notary, Real Estate Investor, Real Estate Staging

Business Resume: A Realtor since 1990, Audrey Hutton has a background unmatched by few. She has lived on Oahu since she was just a small child, growing up in the construction and property development industries, giving her the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely, cost-efficient manner; develop teams to successfully complete these projects; and resolve critical issues. Through the years, Audrey has refined her negotiating, organizational and interpersonal skills, and her ability to cultivate long-term client relationships which has provided her with a wide circle of contacts including clients, business associates, and friends.

Personal Resume: Interests – Animal rescue, spirituality, riding horses, spending time with friends and family; baking for family, friends and clients.

Favorite Quote: I am that I am!

Words to live by: Start each day with a grateful heart!

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Jeannie Shaw

Scholarship Director

Jeannie Shaw

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Jeannie Shaw

Jeannie Shaw

Scholarship Director

Retired College Coordinator

Cell: 808-688-3104

E-mail: JeanShaw@hawaii.edu

Member Since: 2001

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Secretary

Lee LaBrash

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Lee LaBrash

Secretary

Secretary

Independent Lab Tech Manager
1605 Pensacola Street, #104
Honolulu, HI 96822

Cell: 808-341-8850

E-mail: labrash67@gmail.com

Member Since: 2020

Aloha!
Amber Ricci

Spring Event Director/Membership Dir.

Amber Ricci

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Amber Ricci

Amber Ricci

Spring Event Director/Membership Dir.

AmberNet Inc.
46-477 Hololio St.
He`eia, Kaneohe HI 96744

Business phone: 808- 255-9839

E-mail: ambernet@hawaii.rr.com
Websites:
https://innerfirehawaii.com
https://EXPrealty.com

Member Since: 2004

Aloha!
Mary Houghton

2023 Past President — Advisor

Mary Houghton

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Mary Houghton

Mary Houghton

2023 Past President — Advisor

MHC, Inc.

6729 Hahaione Place
Honolulu, HI 96825

Business: 808-282-3071
Home: 808-396-8506
E-mail:  Mhc.inc@att.net
Website: https://lifewave.com/houghtonmary

Member Since: 2009 (Rejoined)

Aloha!

Professional Women’s Network

PWN Board of Directors

Evelyn Stiefel
President
evelyn @ aframemortgage.com

Marilyn Rideb David
Vice-President

Lee LaBrash
Executive Director
AlohaPWN @ gmail.com

Tim Houghton
Treasurer
Timahoughton @ cs.com

Audrey Hutton
Arrangements Director
PWN Past-President Advisor
yourrealtor @ AudreyHutton.com

Michael Cobb
Fall Event Director – Associate Member
Michael.cobb @ prudential.com

Jeannie Shaw
Scholarship Director
jeanshaw @ hawaii.edu

Amber Ricci
Spring Event Director/Membership Dir.
ambernet @ hawaii.rr.com

Carol Williams
Executive Director
carol @ 440int.com


PWN Past-Presidents

Lisa ‘Charlie’ Teixeira
charlie @ northshoreembroidery.com

Tania Fukuda-Freuler, CLTC
tfukuda @ ft.newyorklife.com

Barbara Guss
barbaraguss @ gmail.com

Mary Houghton
mhc.inc @ att.net

Elizabeth ‘Biz’ Kellam
BizKellam @ gmail.com

Sharon Mujtabaa
captionlady @ gmail.com

Cathy Pierce
cathy @ 3pierces.com

PWN Members

Tricia Drago
Tricia @ banyanaccounting.com

Barbara Abe
barbaraabe @ hawaiilife.com

Christie Adams
Christieadams.hawaii @ hawaiiantel.net

Dr. Janaki Berman
DrJanakiBerman @ me.com

Diana Bollenbaugh
diana @ moirfinancial.com

Rita Coury
Rita @ ritacouryphotography.com

Elaine Myers Hammond
elainemyham @ juno.com

Linda Rose Herman
lindaroseherman @ gmail.com

Robyn Ocepek McCreary
HipbyRobyn @ gmail.com

Yvonne Miller
ymiller.mgm63 @ yahoo.com

Eileen M.S. Nims
eileenms.jd @ icloud.com

Kahu Dr. Fancine Park Palama
franpalama @ gmail.com

Holly Rudin-Braschi
holly @ grillpower.com

Nancy Evans Tudor
Nancy @ twcpas.com

Kate Bliss
KateBliss @ hotmail.com

Abbey Kent
AbbeyKent @ OhanaPacific.com

Dr. Elizabeth Christenson

Claire Niibu-Akau
Claire @ BizCoachClaire.com

Kanika “Nikki” Utley
KanikaUtley1973 @ gmail.com

Jennifer Vinson
JenniferVinson @ me.com

Sonya K. Spitznas
sonyas @ financefactors.com

Wendy Taylor WellnessFocusedOutcomes @ gmail.com

Dr. Janaki Berman

Kawika Rich

Sandra Larsen

Carlie “Hoku” Stevens-Britos