A special limited edition tin designed by student Harper Okamoto will be shared around the world thanks to a unique opportunity created by fellow 51²è¹Ý West Oʻahu alumna and Honolulu Cookie Company marketing content specialist ʻĀnela-Pōmaikaʻi Mattson.
The collaboration was made possible through a partnership between the company and pro surfer Carissa Moore¡¯s foundation, , which aims to help girls and women navigate the waves of mental health, wellness, and womanhood, and create a life of passion, purpose, and positivity.
“I¡¯m honored to be able to represent 51²è¹Ý West Oʻahu and the ACM program through this design, especially one that communicates such an uplifting message and cause,” said Okamoto, who is majoring in with a concentration in . “I hope that through this product, people will not only recognize my work as a 51²è¹Ý West Oʻahu student, but the efforts and potential of the other talented creatives in the ACM program as well.”
Mattson, a 2020 graduate played a very significant role in it all.
Mattson said she has always wanted to give back in some way to the 51²è¹Ý West Oʻahu ACM program. So with the help of her team at Honolulu Cookie Company, they were able to create a packaging design contest with Moore¡¯s non-profit organization.
“The intention behind this contest was to provide an opportunity for current ACM students at 51²è¹Ý West Oʻahu to challenge themselves creatively and gain experience on what it¡¯s like to work with a local business,” Mattson said.
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—By Zenaida Serrano Arvman