An audit inquiry into discounted and comped services at the Hawaii Convention Center revealed that Pacific Century Fellows, an initiative led by Mufi Hannemann, provided approximately $14,000 worth of services for events. This practice raised concerns over transparency and ethical business practices.

The Pacific Century Fellows program, a 25-year initiative dedicated to nurturing community leaders in Hawaii, celebrated distinguished alumni including figures like U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, Glenn Sexton, Dr. Elizabeth Char, and John Leong at its inaugural Ho‘opasifika Gala. The event underscores the program's commitment to fostering civic engagement, creative thinking, and community empowerment.

The Pacific Century Fellows Program recently announced its 18th cohort, comprising 37 young leaders in Hawaii. The initiative, modeled after the White House Fellows program, aims to nurture relationships among emerging leaders and promote civic engagement and open exchange of ideas, contributing to the long-term betterment of the community.