Kumu Hula ‘Iwalani Wahinekapu Walsh Tseu, a cultural pioneer and fashion icon, is the Executive Director of Hui’Iwa Academy and founder of ‘Iwalani School of Dance Japan and China.

A highly respected cultural specialist and advisor, ‘Iwalani has traveled to over 40 countries perpetuating and promoting the Hawaiian arts through cultural music, dance and expression. ‘Iwalani has been a judge for prestigious Hawaii Beauty Pageants and competitions including the Queen Liliuokalani Hula Competition and Ia ‘Oe Ka La and is one of Hawaii’s most sought talent coach. She has been featured in many magazines, commercials and inside cover story for her continued community work through the ‘Iwalani Foundation and the Pu’uhonua O Honouliuli, a healing sanctuary for women afflicted with Breast Cancer.