Gallery

Get to know Ivy through her journey in public speaking, leadership, and performance. This gallery highlights key moments, experiences, and milestones that have shaped her approach to communication and confidence.

Recent Award Spotlight

Continuing her winning streak, Ivy claimed 1st place at the division-level Toastmasters International Speech Competition on March 28, 2026. She will go on to compete at the District level on May 2, facing the top speakers from across Hawai‘i.

Experience Highlights

Representing Downtown Business Associates Toastmasters, Ivy earned 1st place at the Area 1 International Speech Competition.

Ivy was selected as a speaker at McKinley High School’s 2021 graduation, where she delivered a message inspiring her class to persevere and pursue success despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

After placing in the Top 10 at Miss Hawai‘i USA 2021, Ivy was invited to be featured on local news, recognizing her accomplishment and presence on stage.

After winning the Hawai‘i State Championships in Prepared Public Speaking, Ivy represented the state at the national competition in Indianapolis, Indiana. She competed against all 48 states and placed in the top four, becoming the first competitor from Hawai‘i to achieve this since 1960.

Award Highlights

  • National Finalist in FFA Prepared Public Speaking

  • Hawaii State Champion in FFA Extemporaneous Speaking

  • Hawaii State Champion in FFA Prepared Public Speaking

  • Hawaii State Champion in FFA Creed Speaking

  • Toastmasters International Speech Competition

    • 1st place in Division A (2026)

    • 1st Place in Area 1 (2026)

    • 1st place in Division D (2021)

    • 1st Place in Area 15 (2021)

    • 1st Place in Paradise Hawaii Toastmasters (2021)

  • 1st Place in Impromptu Speaking in Hawaii Speech League Tournament

  • 1st Place in McKinley High School's Poetry Out Loud Competition

  • 1st Place in Informative Speaking at Neighbor Island Tournament

  • 1st Place in Duo Interpretation at Kamehameha Invitational Tournament

  • 1st Place in Mandarin Chinese Speech Contest by Chinese School of Atlanta