Hoʻoilina Companies is proud to announce that ITellect, LLC is joining our Ohana as a strategic partner in Ohia Federal, a Ho’oilina subsidiary! ITellect is a mission-focused IT company delivering advanced solutions in support of Defense Information Systems Agency and the broader United States Department of Defense. This partnership brings together the cultural stewardship and community-driven values of our Native Hawaiian Organization with ITellect’s deep technical expertise and operational excellence in defense IT. This new Joint Venture between Ohia Federal and ITellect is aptly named Pilina Solutions and will focus on expanding our customer base through expertise in Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Knowledge Management and Project Management as a Service (PMaaS).
In Hawaiian language and culture, Pilina means a strong, deeply connected relationship, connection and/ or association. It emphasizes the strong bonds of family and community. It is a core value in Hawaiian culture and illustrates the strength found in unity.
Harry Wimbish, CEO of ITellect has this to say about the partnership: “We are thrilled to join forces with Ho’oilina and build upon our long-standing partnership. Strategically, it is important to us to gain access to the entity owned 8(a) program, but we wanted to make sure it was with the right company who share certain cultural and moral values. We chose the joint venture name Pilina because we think it represents the trust the two companies have for each other, and we strive to build with our customers”.
Furthermore, Donald MacDonald, CGO of Ho’oilina says “Harry and the ITellect team have always been a go to partner of ours, especially when it comes to DISA opportunities. This joint venture between Ohia Federal and ITellect is more than a strategic alignment — it is a natural evolution of a long-standing, trusted partnership. Together, we combine the cultural foundation and mission of a Native Hawaiian Organization with the proven performance of a defense IT leader to deliver meaningful impact for our warfighters and the communities we serve”.
Together, Pilina Solutions is:
✅ Strengthening our shared commitment to national defense.
✅ Enhancing mission readiness through innovation.
✅ Creating opportunities that uplift Native Hawaiian communities.
As partners, we are uniquely positioned to deliver high-impact, agile, and responsive solutions across the federal IT landscape — with a focus on service, integrity, and legacy.