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The Problem Isn’t Innovation, It’s Where the Funding Goes
In many underserved regions, there’s no shortage of innovation. What’s missing is the right kind of support. Over and over, we see tech startups doing the hard, patient work of building infrastructure – platforms, systems, and tools that could serve thousands. Yet, when it comes…
The Role of Siuhuu in Empowering Pacific Women Entrepreneurs
In a region rich in culture but often sidelined by global innovation trends, Pacific women entrepreneurs face a unique set of challenges. From limited access to digital tools to underrepresentation in decision-making spaces, these barriers can seem insurmountable. Siuhuu isn’t just working to bridge that...
Is AI Coming for Jobs in the Pacific? Here’s the Real Talk
First of All – What Is AI? If you’re not familiar with AI, it stands for Artificial Intelligence. That might sound complicated, but here’s the simple version: AI is when computers are programmed to “think” and “learn” like humans. It doesn’t mean robots walking around...
📸 How to Take Great Product Photos with Your Phone
High-quality product photos can make all the difference in selling your handcrafted pieces. Whether you’re sharing your culture through carved pendants, tapa cloth, or woven baskets, great images help customers appreciate the detail, meaning, and craftsmanship of your work. If you’re setting up your business...
Founder of Siuhuu Joins Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Conference in Guam
Guam, April 25, 2025 — From April 21 to 25, women entrepreneurs from 24 Pacific Island nations gathered in Guam for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) conference, themed “Where Dreams Become Reality.” Among them was Akanesi Kaufusi, founder of Siuhuu, the first online marketplace...
Turning Criticism into Growth: How to Handle Negative Reviews in Your Business
If you’re a business just joining Siuhuu, welcome – you’re stepping into a marketplace where real feedback drives real growth. But let’s be honest: not all feedback will be glowing. Negative reviews will happen. The question is, what do you do with them? Handled right,...
Price It Right on Siuhuu: A Simple Guide for Sellers
If you’re a small business selling on Siuhuu, getting your prices right is super important. Price too high, and customers might go to other websites.Price too low, and you won’t make enough money to keep going. Here’s a simple, no-stress guide to help you price...
The Rise of Pacific Islander Entrepreneurship
For decades, Pacific Islanders have been overlooked in conversations about business and innovation. Often lumped into broad demographic categories or left out of economic data entirely, they’ve had to build their own lanes from the ground up. But that’s changing. From the shores of Samoa...
What’s In It for Me? How Siuhuu Supports You as a Pacific Islander
Siuhuu Is For You: A Place Where Pacific Islanders Can Grow, Create, and Thrive For generations, Pacific Islanders have been known for their creativity, resilience, and strong sense of community. From weaving mats to carving canoes, from cooking traditional foods to designing island-inspired fashion –...
Meet the Founder
Akanesi Kaufusi, also known as Akanesi Tohotoa, a Tongan native, embodies resilience and vision, having transformed her personal challenges into a pioneering business venture. Akanesi moved from Tonga to New Zealand to further her studies, where she earned degrees in Business and Theology. During this period, she faced difficulties locating Pacific Island-owned businesses in her vicinity. This struggle planted the seed for what would become her groundbreaking initiative.
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Pacific Women’s Professional & Business Network
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