Growing Together: Marianas-Raised Kikowa Tudela Builds Community Through The Collective

Marianas-raised entrepreneur Kikowa Tudela opened the third location of The Collective, a Honolulu-based barbershop that has officially expanded its offerings to include a café, to the public on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Marianas Press contributor Marquina Hofschneider sat down with Tudela before the opening to reflect on his entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind The Collective’s name, and the people whose belief and support helped him turn his vision into reality. Grounded in the idea that people can recognize their strengths and grow together, Tudela encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to take the leap, focus on surrounding themselves with people who believe in them, and put their ideas into action.