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John DeFries, chief executive officer of the Hokuli'a development on the Big Island and founder of Native Sun Business Group, will be the featured speaker at the NATIVE HAWAIIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE's luncheon meeting, at 1451 Queen Emma St. DeFries' presentation will focus on bridging the gaps between developers and communities through responsible and responsive development. Registration and networking will begin at 11:30 a.m., with lunch and the program starting at noon; $25 ($20 for members). For more information, contact Pauline Worsham at 951-5373 or pauline@pmwconsult.com.

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