The University of Â鶹´«Ã½ at ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ Shidler College of Business Alumni Association, a 501(c)(3) organization, hosted its 26th Annual Executive Vineyards fundraiser on March 5, 2026, at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. The signature event raised more than $70,000 in support of the association¡¯s mission to strengthen alumni engagement, advance student programming, provide scholarships and elevate the Shidler College of Business locally and globally.
This year¡¯s gathering was especially meaningful, as it marked Dean Vance Roley¡¯s final Executive Vineyards event in his role as dean, concluding more than two decades of leadership at the helm of the college.
Executive Vineyards remains the association¡¯s premier fundraising event, bringing together alumni, Â鶹´«Ã½ businesses, faculty, students and friends of the college for an evening of philanthropy and connection.
“As I reflect on more than two decades of service as dean, what resonates most deeply is the extraordinary commitment of our alumni and business community,” said Vance Roley, dean of the Shidler College of Business and First Hawaiian Bank Chair of Leadership and Management. “Executive Vineyards embodies the spirit of generosity and shared purpose. Year after year, the community¡¯s support strengthens Shidler¡¯s impact across Â鶹´«Ã½ and around the world.”
The gathering attracted approximately 600 guests, who enjoyed an array of hors d¡¯oeuvres from local restaurants, sampled a curated selection of wines and spirits, and networked against the backdrop of Diamond Head and Waik¨©k¨© Beach. Local newscaster Kelly Simek emceed the event. Guests also participated in a popular lucky draw and placed bids through an extensive online auction.
“We are proud to carry forward a tradition that not only raises critical support for students, but also strengthens the bonds within our Shidler ʻohana,” said Director of Strategic Growth, Maui Economic Development Board and event co-chair Yosef Onodera.
“Executive Vineyards continues to bring together generations of Shidler alumni and supporters who are united to invest in the college¡¯s future,” added Adina Wakayama, accounting manager, Par Hawaii Inc. and event co-chair.
Spirits and wine were generously donated by Southern Glazer¡¯s Wine and Spirits of Hawaii and Beverage Marketing & More. This year¡¯s diamond sponsor was Par Hawaii; Bank of Hawaii, First Hawaiian Bank, and The Shidler Group served as platinum sponsors; Pacific Business News returned as media sponsor.