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John Otterson is a widely experienced man when it comes to investment, and this stems from his childhood up to his long-haul involvement with Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Capital. Otterson has more than 19 years of venture capital experience making him a valuable asset to the company where he is responsible for private equity fund investments and Limited Partner relations. John Otterson grew up in a business-inclined household where he was able to absorb the entrepreneurial cycle of birth, growth and sometimes failure of a company. Otterson became involved in a couple of start-up companies himself but started his corporate career when he came across SVB as a business school student. He has been working for the organization for 17 years and currently is with SVB Capital, the private equity arm of the bank. During his many years with the company, he has seen great and difficult times and cycles where different sectors come in favor, like the internet boom of the late 90s. Otterson’s experience leads him to be “cautiously optimistic” about the business environment in the State and around the nation especially for technology companies. Greater Good Radio brings John Otterson, managing director of SVB Capital, and his extensive knowledge and familiarity of the investment industry and venture capital sector. In this interview, John talks about how his family act as a significant entity that has put him to where he sits in his career, family and community involvement. John speaks of passion as his driving force to success. “Do something that you’re passionate about,” he said. “Think about what drives you so you can tap your passion, that’s a tremendous source of energy.” For budding entrepreneurs, don’t miss out on the after show where John Otterson points out what it really takes for a sound investment to venture capitalists. Learn more about John’s relentless pursuit of balance between his career, family and philanthropy only here on Greater Good Radio. Listen now. BIO: John Otterson Managing Director SVB Capital John Otterson joined SVB in 1990 and has more than 19 years of venture industry experience. In his role at SVB Capital, Otterson is responsible for private equity fund investments and Limited Partner relations. Otterson previously served as a member of SVB’s Corporate Finance Division, facilitating origination efforts for emerging technology companies across the U.S. Previously, Otterson spent nine years with Silicon Valley Bank’s Technology Practice, where he founded and led SVB’s San Diego commercial banking office. Otterson currently sits on the Dean’s Advisory Board for the Rady School of Management at the University of California, San Diego, and the Investment Sub-Committee for the University of San Diego. In August 1994, Otterson co-founded the UCSD Cancer Center Luau and Longboard Invitational, an annual event that brings together the surfing community and more than 1000 participants in a celebration of life. The event attracts such surf legends as Mike Doyle, Robert August and Rabbit Kekai. To date, it has raised over $2 million for the Rebecca and John Moore’s USCD Cancer, which ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting basic and clinical cancer research, providing advanced patient care and serving the community through outreach and education programs. Otterson is also an active volunteer in Project Concern, a non-governmental organization focused on saving the lives of children and families around the world by preventing disease, providing access to clean water and nutritious food and promoting sustainable development. Otterson received a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of California, Berkeley and a graduate degree with honors in finance from the University of Southern California. About SVB Financial Group’s Community Involvement

John Otterson - Managing Director of SVB Capital, UCSD Cancer Center Luau and Longboard Invitational, Project Concern

Dr. Ryan Ferchoff’s secret to success is simple—be economical. It is his providential nature and dream of growth that have given him business success. Dr. Ferchoff’s Natural Wellness Center at Manoa market has become profitable within a month after opening its doors. “It’s about keeping your expenses low. Don’t go buying all these expensive equipment and supplies. Just stick to the basics of what you’re good at. As your business grows, then you can start the other things.” As a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Ferchoff underwent the same training in medical school and learned basic sciences. But on top of it, he also learned the “other natural therapies like vitamins, minerals, different therapies to stimulate the body to heal itself instead of taking a drug or medication to kind of just cover up the symptoms.” Greater Good Radio brings Dr. Ryan Ferchoff on-air and online as he talks about his reasons to becoming a naturopathic physician and what brought him to Hawaii and start his own business. He also speaks on how he manages to run the wellness center as an entrepreneur dealing with costumers and as a doctor dealing with patients. In this interview, he also gives advice to entrepreneurs and professionals about how they can maintain a healthy lifestyle despite their hectic schedules at work. Find out more about naturopathic medicine and how it acts as an alternative to orthodox medicinal practices. Listen now. This is a must for professionals, or any person for this matter, who want to find a healthy balance between their careers and lifestyles. BIO: Dr. Ryan Ferchoff received his education from a four year professional naturopathic medical college, where they are trained as primary care family physicians. Naturopathic Physicians evaluate diet and nutrition, and place emphasis on restoring health and developing wellness programs to help keep the patient disease-free. Naturopaths are the only physicians clinically trained in a wide variety of medical systems from which they are able to combine and tailor these treatments to the individual needs of patients. Links: drferchoff.com Listen on Youtube:

Dr. Ryan Ferchoff - CEO of the Manoa Natural Wellness Center

Darryl Mleynek is the incumbent state director of the Hawaii SBDC Network, specializing in consultation and training for existing and starting small businesses in the State. In 2000, he became the recipient of the SBA Financial Small Business Advocate of the Year Award for his contributions to public service. Mleynek and the SBDC help write business plans, get financing, do business research and the like for Hawaii entrepreneurs. In this interview, he talks about his and the Hawaii SBDC Network’s role in uplifting the small business environment in the State. “I think small business people are working in situations where they work in front of their knowledge in the sense that they have to stretch,” Mleynek says. “They’re making decisions when they don’t have sufficient information and it’s the nature of being in business because you don’t have the time and ways to get all the information, yet you’re in the position to make the decision and you’re going to live with the consequences of those decisions.” “On one side it’s very exciting, it’s always a learning experience, and it can be difficult,” he added. Listen now as Mleynek explains how the SBDC can get your business off the ground. BIO: Darryl Mleynek Biographical Statement Since 1994, Darryl Mleynek has been the State Director of the Hawai`i Small Business Development Center Network, which is a program of the University of Hawai`i at Hilo that is partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Hawai`i SBDC Network, a statewide program with offices on the four major islands, engages in economic development with new and established small businesses through consulting, training, and advocacy. The achievements of the Hawai`i SBDC Network were recognized in 1998 when it was presented with the Hawai`i State Award of Excellence. In 1999, it received a national Outstanding Economic Development Project Award from the National Association of Management and Technical Assistance Centers for a $23.7 million grant program it administered. The Hawai`i SBDC Network was accredited in 1998 and again in 2002. Mleynek was recognized by the SBA in 2000 for his contributions to public service when he was presented with the SBA Financial Small Business Advocate of the Year Award for Hawai`i State and SBA Region IX, which also includes Arizona, California, and Nevada. Additionally, Mleynek has been recognized with Resolutions passed by the Hawai`i State Senate and House of Representatives. Prior to becoming the State Director in 1994, Mleynek was a consultant with the Hawai`i SBDC Network and taught in the College of Business and Economics at the University of Hawai`i at Hilo, beginning in 1990. His background also includes owning and operating three different small businesses on the mainland over a 17-year period. One of these businesses was a publicly owned high technology company, which he founded. Mleynek has two Masters Degrees, one of which is an MBA. Links: Hawaii Small Business Development Center Listen on Youtube:

Darryl Mleynek - State Director of Hawaii Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

Punahou high school student River Kim, believing that he already has everything he desires, never asked for a present from his parents back in Christmas of 2003. Instead, he wanted them to give money to charity. But rather than writing a check, he came up with a much bigger idea of raising funds for charity—which became the birth of Malama Jam. With the help of his father, Greg Kim, and a small group of classmates, River put together the charity event effectively raising $57000 gross for local charities, including IHS and Children’s Alliance, since its inception in 2004. On May 21st, River Kim’s brainchild will once again shine this time to benefit HUGS or Help Understanding and Group Support. Greater Good Radio interviews Malama Jam founders, River Kim and Tierney Morikawa; and the organization’s PR Chair, Jackie Chang, as they give their thoughts and insights on community involvement and Punahou School’s role in providing their students a mindset geared towards public service. “At Punahou, we are encouraged to reach out to the people in need,” Tierney Morikawa says, “Our school president always says, “To whom much is given, much is expected” and he has always instilled that in us.” Meanwhile, Jackie Chang adds, “Our big message is not only for us to be successful in making a difference but to get the word out that kids can make a difference and to encourage other people to do an event of their own.” This interview will definitely inspire parents and children to be more actively involved in giving back. Listen now and hear more about how a group of high school students are able to make a significant contribution to the community by empowering the youth through positive leadership. BIO: River Kim is a Junior and an honor student at Punahou School. River is the founder of Malama Jam, an annual benefit concert organized, conducted and performed by youth to help worthy causes. River and the youth team of Malama Jam have raised over $50,000 in their first two concerts, benefiting the homeless and sexually abused children in their first two years. The 2006 concert will benefit HUGS, a nonprofit that helps seriously ill children and their families. River is a bass player in the Punahou Symphony Orchestra, and plays electric bass for an island music band called Auana. River also plays slack key guitar and piano, and enjoys music of all genres. He is active in sports, as an All-League and All-State football player on Punahou’s varsity football team, playing both receiver and kicker. He also plays varsity basketball for Punahou. Tierney Morikawa is a Junior at Punahou School. She has been a part of the Malama Jam team since the beginning, and she has worked in various areas of the event’s planning, including media coverage, talent, auction, and communications. Tierney enjoys doing community service, and she receives satisfaction from knowing that Malama Jam helps prove that kids can make a difference in the world. Tierney also has a deep passion for the Hawaiian culture and hula. She has been dancing since she was two years old, and she has been with her kumu hula, Mapuana de Silva and Halau Mohala ‘Ilima for twelve years. She has participated in three Merrie Monarchs, and she is preparing to ‘uniki (graduate) as an ‘olapa (dancer) this summer. In addition to her involvement in Malama Jam and hula, Tierney plays the viola and participates in Ka Wai Ola—a club at school that publishes a bi-annual magazine of student poetry, prose, and artwork. She enjoys reading various styles of poetry and prose, because she finds that it inspires her own writing. Links: Malama Jam Listen on Youtube:

River Kim, Tierney Morikawa, and Jackie Chang - Founders of Malama Jam

In March 2006, Greater Good Radio did a joint project with the SIFE team at Hawaii Pacific University and California State University, Chico where they won the regional competition, which secures their spot at the national competition to be held in May. Luke Tucker, president of Hawaii Pacific University SIFE, says that the organization aims to educate and help people through free enterprise by small business assistance and financing different entrepreneurial and educational projects. “As a student I believe there is no better resource than Greater Good Radio. Greater Good Radio benefits not only those interested in business but those who are interested in living life to the fullest. Listening to Greater Good Radio is an incredible eye-opener and educational tool and allows you to have a glimpse into the lives of successful individuals. It is empowering, enlightening, and a tool to achieve success.” Greater Good Radio interviewed six active and budding members of the organization and the business community. Eric Hormann, president of CSU SIFE says, “Greater Good Radio is an excellent resource for the budding young entrepreneur. Being one myself I find the quality of the programming to be more engaging than anything like it out there. I have gotten a lot of useful information on how helping my community in the long run will help your business. Hearing it from the people that make the decisions has definitely given me a better perspective on how to go about these decisions. Also having the chance to meet these individuals has given me great confidence in the over all future in entrepreneurial ventures.” Listen now to find out how Greater Good Radio inspires college students through social entrepreneurship. BIO: SIFE is a global non-profit organization active in more than 40 countries. SIFE is funded by financial contributions from corporations, entrepreneurs, foundations, government agencies and individuals. Working in partnership with business and higher education, SIFE establishes student teams on university campuses. These teams are led by faculty advisors and they are challenged to develop community outreach projects that reach SIFE’s five educational topics: Market Economics Success Skills Entrepreneurship Financial Literacy Business Ethics SIFE team members leverage their personal educational experiences, the expertise of their faculty advisors, the support of their local business advisory boards, and the resources of their institutions to implement programs that create real economic opportunities for members of their communities. The effectiveness of their programs is judged at competition. Each national SIFE organization conducts a national competition, which is judged by leaders from its business community. At competition, SIFE teams present the results of their educational outreach projects and compete to determine which team was most successful at creating economic opportunity for others. SIFE National Champion teams advance to the top level of competition, the SIFE World Cup. Links: CSU SIFE Team SIFE Listen on Youtube:

Luke Tucker and Eric Hormann - Students In Free Enterprise SIFE at HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY and CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY at CHICO

Jeff Watanabe can be perceived to be the most powerful man in Hawaii—if you consider his position as chairman of the board of Hawaiian Electric Industries, which supplies 93 per cent of the State’s energy to electric utility companies. And his position in the company is just one of his many roles as member of the board of 16 for-profit and four non-profit organizations. Jeff Watanabe also plays a role as an entrepreneur. He and his colleagues put together their own law firm in 1971–this, straight out of law school. At this time, Watanabe Ing. and Komeiji Llc was the youngest of its kind which went head-to-head with the five biggest law firms in the state. Watanabe’s first experience with the non-profit sector came at the age of 27–and like anything else that offers pleasure, he became hooked on community involvement and the fact that he is making a difference outside the entrepreneurial realm. Watanabe talks about the phenomenal ‘generational change’ where people are more apt to try different things, taking risks and grabbing opportunities along the way. The tumultuous events of the 60s, the changing economic landscape of Hawaii and the influence of J.F. Kennedy to the young people have basically galvanized Watanabe et al to start their own law firm rather than join existing law firms at the time. He claims that another generation change is taking place where young people are becoming more active in community involvement and social entrepreneurship. His numerous membership in different organizational boards stems from his involvement in the non-profit sector. In this interview, he says that one qualification for sitting on a for-profit board is involvement in non-profit organizations particularly in Hawaii. BIO: Jeffrey Watanabe Partner and principal Jeffrey N. Watanabe has been with the law firm since 1971. His practice concentrates mainly in hotel and resort development, communications, and general corporate law. Mr. Watanabe received his Bachelor of Arts in 1965 from the University of California at Berkeley. His Juris Doctor was granted in 1968 from George Washington University Law Center in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining the firm, he was Deputy Attorney General for the State of Hawaii, assigned to the Antitrust Division, 1968-69, and the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, 1969-70. He also served as the State’s Chief Counsel in matters before federal agencies. Mr. Watanabe is widely active in business as well as community affairs. He is a director of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc., American Savings Bank, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd., Grace Pacific Corporation, Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc., Loea Communications Corporation, Matson Navigation Company, Inc., MidWeek Printing/Oahu Publications, Inc., and Oceanic Time Warner Cable. He serves on the board of trustees of the Consuelo Foundation, the Hawaii Community Foundation, HEI Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Punahou School, Sesame Workshop based in New York and a variety of other civic and nonprofit organizations. He is a member of the American and Hawaii Bar Associations. PERSONAL DATA Place of Birth: Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Roosevelt High School, Honolulu, Hawaii Graduated – 1961 University of California at Berkeley B.A. – 1965 George Washington University Law Center J.D. – 1968 PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Deputy Attorney General Office of the Attorney General 1968 – 1970 Managing Partner Watanabe Ing & Komeiji LLP 1970 – Present MILITARY SERVICE U. S. Army Reserves 322nd Civil Affairs Group (Honorable Discharge) MEMBERSHIPS AND DIRECTORSHIPS Memberships: American Bar Association Waialae Country Club

Jeffrey Watanabe - Partner Watanabe Ing and Komeiji LLP, Director Consuelo Zobel Alger Foundation, Chairman of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Board of Hawaii Community Foundation, Trustee of Punahou School

Mike McCartney is a real all-rounder. He has served in the Hawaii State Senate for 10 years and co-produced Hawaii’s number one local TV show “Hawaii Stars”. McCartney worked as a negotiation specialist for Hawaii State Teacher’s Association for his foremost job. And he has been the incumbent president and CEO of PBS Hawaii since 2000. But despite all success, he was just an average kid—and his adolescent disposition should serve as an example to high school and college students who are finding it hard to put direction in to their future. McCartney himself was a C-student back in high school and his GPA made it doubly hard for him to find a suitable university. But his perseverance and dedication eventually paved the way for him to see clearly what he really wanted to do with his life. Greater Good Radio talks to Mike McCartney about his career and how he made it as big boss of PBS Hawaii. McCartney also shares a line from his dad’s poem which he personally lives by, “The cosmic dust that you borrowed from the universe, give it back in brighter coin than you received.” With this mantra in mind, it seems that everything that McCartney does is veered towards being of service after having received loads from the community. His advice to the public especially students, “Come up with something that you enjoy doing that you think can help the community.” BIO: Mike McCartney Prior to joining PBS Hawaii as its president and chief executive officer in November 2000, Mike McCartney served as a state senator in the Hawaii State Legislature (1988 to 1998). He held several key leadership roles in the Senate’s majority. He also served as a cabinet member under Governor Benjamin Cayetano (1999 and 2000) as the director of the state Department of Human Resources Development. He worked as an independent producer on several local productions for television but was instrumental in creating and producing “Hawaii Stars,” a local television program that, in many ways, was the forerunner to the current national program “American Idol.” Over as many years, McCartney continued to serve the community by serving on various community boards including: past chairman of the Hawaii Tourism Authority; current board member for the Hawaii Justice Foundation; board member for the Royal State Trust; board member for the Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution; and former board member of Pacific Resources in Education and Learning. He has also been the recipient of numerous awards and honors including Freshman Legislator of the Year (1989) from the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly, Client Advocate Award from the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii (1991) and Lawmaker of the Year from Small Business Hawaii (1993). A lifelong resident of Hawaii, McCartney is married to Dr. Candace Furubayashi and is the father of two sons and a daughter. Career Highlights CEO and President- PBS Hawaii (November 2000 to Present) Director – Department of Human Resources Development, State of Hawaii (January 1999 to August 2000) Adjunct Professor (Lecturer) in collaboration with Jerry Clay, Esq. –Hawaii Pacific University (1999) State Senator – Hawaii State Senate (1988 to 1998 – Retired) Co-founder and Creator – Hawaii Stars Presidents, Inc. (1993-2000) President and Part-Owner – Hawaii Stars Studios (1995-1998) Co-Founder, Partner and President – Star Telecom Network, Pacific LLC (1996-Present) Assistant Athletic Director and Head Coach of Cross Country Team –Hawaii Loa College (1991-1992) Negotiations Specialist/Field Representative – Hawaii State Teachers Association (1984-1988) Staff Analyst/Marketing Associate – Hawaii Medical Service Association (1984) Legislative Aide to Senator Charles Toguchi – Hawaii State Senate (1982-1984) Education Graduate, James B.

Mike Mccartney - Chief Executive Officer of PBS Hawaii, former Hawaii State Senator

A successful business is determined by revenues, profits and a long-standing history. Albert C. Kobayashi Inc. represents this type of business. Not only is it the largest local construction company in the state, it is also on its 3rd-generation of ownership. Bert Kobayashi, retired principal of the Kobayashi Group and former CEO of Albert Kobayashi Inc. inherited the business from his father when he was 19. He now has over 38 years of contracting experience and 32 years as a developer. The Kobayashi Group is now run by his children, Patrick, BJ and Alana. Throughout the years, Bert Kobayashi has seen several changes to interpersonal transactions and deal-making. He said, “transactions in the past were made through handshakes.” “Your word was more important than what you wrote and the only way to come through it was do as you say,” Kobayashi said. In this interview, he talks about the relative advantage of volunteering as opposed to giving financial assistance to charities. He claims that people may not have the monetary means to aid others but they certainly have time to be physically involved in the community. Learn more about Bert Kobayashi and how his involvement in the non-profit sector has helped him to become an effective leader and a successful businessman. BIO: BERT A. KOBAYASHI Founder, Kobayashi Group LLC EDUCATION: Kapiolani Community College: Business Administration. WORK EXPERIENCE: Mr. Kobayashi has over 38 years of construction experience, including 32 years as a developer. He holds a State of Hawaii Contractor’s License, and his development experience includes the following projects: • Salt Lake Condominiums, Oahu. • BRJ Warehouse, Maui. • Kalihi & Waipahu Warehouses, Oahu. • Pheasant Ridge – 100-unit subdivision in Waikoloa, Hawaii. • Honokaa Knolls – 104-unit subdivision in Honokaa, Hawaii. • Napilihau Villages – 300-unit townhouses in Lahaina, Maui. • West Loch Estates – 715 affordable and market units in Ewa, Oahu. • Hale Lumi Subdivision – 51-lot subdivision in Waipahu, Oahu. • Makai Villages 7&8 – 600-unit affordable and market units in the Villages of Kapolei, Oahu, including Kapolei Kai, a 200-unit single-family residential subdivision. • Kapolei Middle School – Administration, cafeteria and classroom buildings in Kapolei, Oahu. • Kapolei High School – Administration, cafeteria, gymnasium and classroom buildings in Kapolei, Oahu. • Kapolei Civic Center – 200,000 sq. ft. government office building in Kapolei, Oahu. • Grand Wailea – 88-unit condominium in Wailea, Maui. • Kulamalu, Pukalani – 150-acre residential community including a 50-acre school site on Maui. • Kukio Beach Resort – Exclusive residential resort development on the North Kona Coast, Hawaii. • Hokua at 1288 Ala Moana – 248-unit luxury condominium on Oahu. ORGANIZATIONS (Current) • American Savings Bank – Board of Directors • The Japan America Society of Hawaii – Board of Trustees • University of Hawaii Foundation – Board of Trustees o Vice Chair, Development • Kapiolani Health Care Foundation – Board of Trustees o Chairman • Waterhouse Foundation – Board member • Honolulu Zoo Society – Fundraising Committee ORGANIZATIONS: (Past) • University of Hawaii – Board of Regents – Chair • Georgetown University – Board of Regents • Hawaii Nature Center – Board of Director • The Nature Conservancy of Hawaii – Board of Trustees • Mid-Pacific Institute – Board of Trustees • Bishop Museum – Chairman, Board of Directors; Vice Chair, Board of Directors; Vice Chair of Executive Committee; Development Fund Chair • St. Louis Education Foundation – Board of Directors • Kuakini Health Systems – Board of Trustees