East Meets West (EMW) is Hawai‘i’s premier startup and venture conference, where Asia meets the U.S., and founders meet investors.

​Hosted by Blue Startups, EMW brings together global investors, founders, and thought leaders from both sides of the Pacific for two days of insight, connection, and aloha.

​🗓️ April 8–9, 2026

Day 1: Ko‘olau Ballrooms, Kāne‘ohe

Day 2: Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu

​✨ Founder Showcase: Top startups from East and West. pitch live for investments

🤝 Investor–Founder Roundtables: Small-group sessions curated by sector

🌅 Sunset Mixer: Oceanfront networking with live music and cocktails

🌺 Cross-Cultural Keynotes: Lessons from building in Hawaii

🚀 Startup World Cup: The EMW Pitch Competition returns!