Tradewind Capital is an investment and advisory firm based in Honolulu, Hawaii, focused on providing capital solutions, investment management, and strategic guidance to businesses across the Pacific region. The firm invests in and advises companies positioned for sustainable growth in Hawaii's unique economic environment.
Tradewind Capital works across multiple sectors including real estate, hospitality, technology, renewable energy, and consumer businesses. The firm provides both equity and debt capital, along with operational expertise and strategic partnerships to help portfolio companies scale effectively. Tradewind's Pacific-centered approach leverages Hawaii's position as a bridge between Asia and North America.
Tradewind Capital 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, Tradewind Capital acquired Acasia Group, expanding its global reach into the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.
"We fuel growth and create lasting value in the Pacific region — leveraging Hawaii's unique position as a bridge between Asia and North America."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with Tradewind Capital' investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as Tradewind Capital can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.