Thrivehi operates an AI‑powered talent platform that matches local Hawaiian professionals with high‑paying, modern jobs, aiming to bring Kamaʻaina talent back to the islands. The organization also supports the ecosystem through monthly networking events for techies and entrepreneurs, a bi‑weekly newsletter covering Hawaii’s startup scene, and research on growing the state’s tech economy. By combining data‑driven recruiting with community building, Thrivehi helps create sustainable career pathways for Hawaii’s workforce.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Hawaiian residents often struggle to find high‑paying, modern jobs that match their skills, leading many to leave the islands for career opportunities elsewhere. This talent outflow hampers the growth of Hawaii’s local tech and startup ecosystem.
Solution
Thrivehi operates an AI‑driven recruiting platform that matches local Hawaiian talent with high‑paying, modern positions, aiming to bring Kamaʻaina back to the islands. The platform leverages machine‑learning to surface relevant job openings and connects candidates with employers seeking local expertise. In addition, Thrivehi supports ecosystem development through monthly tech events, a bi‑weekly newsletter, and research on Hawaii’s startup and tech economy, fostering networking, knowledge sharing, and community growth.
Target Audience
Primary users are Hawaiian tech professionals, recent graduates, and entrepreneurs seeking local high‑paying roles, as well as employers and investors looking to hire or support Kamaʻaina talent.
Features
- AI‑powered matching engine that aligns candidate profiles with high‑paying, modern job listings in Hawaii
- Integrated talent marketplace that showcases local candidates to employers seeking Kamaʻaina talent
- Monthly in‑person events for tech professionals and entrepreneurs to network and learn
- Bi‑weekly newsletter delivering concise updates on Hawaii’s startup and tech scene
- Ongoing research reports that provide data and insights to grow the state’s tech and startup economy
- Community dashboard tracking over 2,000 members, event attendance, and NPS scores