Laulima Families is an exclusive family office service headquartered at 1003 Bishop Street, Suite 1200, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Led by President Theodore M. Rachlin, the firm is dedicated to strengthening the financial and personal well-being of the families it serves, helping them create a lasting legacy for both family and community.
Laulima Families offers a comprehensive range of services including tax consulting through Laulima Tax Advisory Group, trust and estate management, real estate management via Laulima Capital Investors, and full family office services. The Hawaiian word Laulima means 'many hands working together' or 'cooperation,' embodying the firm's team-oriented style and collaborative approach.
Laulima Families founded and manages XLR8®, a series of community-focused accelerator and incubator programs. XLR8UH® is an award-winning venture accelerator investing in University of Hawaii entrepreneurs and technologies — ranked by Forbes as one of the top 30 accelerators in the nation. XLR8HI® serves as Hawaii's Entrepreneurship Center, and XLR8YOUTH™ is a first-of-its-kind innovation intensive for youth. In 2024, Laulima Families acquired Acasia Group, expanding its global reach into the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.
1003 Bishop St, Suite 1200, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
"The Hawaiian word Laulima means many hands working together — embodying our team-oriented style and the collaborative work with our families and partners."
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