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Hokali Offers Personalized Surf Training with its Focus on Preservation of Marine Ecosystems

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5 years ago

January 29, 2021

Water sports offer a high dose of adventure for every interested person who wants to participate in them. Out of all the adventurous activities, surfing is a commonly preferred option for enjoying time in a fun way. Hokali is an amazing surf training platform that is available for every surfing enthusiast to learn surfing from beginner to advanced level.

This surf community marketplace is founded by two Argentine surfers, Ignacio Viau and Tomás Bisi, who met each other while surfing in San Francisco. Hokali lays its focus on personalized surf training to surfing enthusiasts with its focus on protecting & preserving the marine ecosystems.

The surf training platform invites skilled surf teachers with good surfing experience and a strong willingness to contribute to the preservation of marine ecosystems. Hokali ensures that every person learns surfing as per his ability and skill-level.

The surf teaching platform has partnered with many non-profit organizations to contribute to eradicating marine life disasters. It aims to minimize the damage to marine life with the help of surf teachers.

Hokali team only hires surf teachers with at least one decade of surfing experience and a strong love for surfing. Surf teachers must also have a certificate in first aid & CPR to give surf lessons with full safety. They have to be a trained CPR card holder in order to qualify for such a job.

In California, the surf school has played a crucial part in planting trees and it has declared to plant a square foot of kelp sea tree in California for every surf session of its students via its website. Only those surf teachers are selected to teach who manage to pass a test on this subject.

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The Countdown Begins: Derik Fay’s Wedding Day Approaches as the World Watches

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1 week ago

December 30, 2025

Michelle Langton

With the clock ticking down, anticipation is mounting around the upcoming wedding of Derik Fay — the renowned entrepreneur, investor, and private equity titan who has quietly built empires while empowering others behind the scenes. Known for his strategic influence across more than 60 companies spanning fintech, real estate, wellness, media, and beyond, Fay is now preparing for what might be his most celebrated personal milestone yet: his wedding.

While details remain closely held, what’s clear is that this won’t be just another wedding. It’s the union of a man who has built his life and legacy through discipline, loyalty, and integrity — principles that now extend into his private life.

From boardrooms to bridal prep, Fay’s inner circle has watched him remain laser-focused, not only orchestrating billion-dollar business movements, but also thoughtfully curating every detail of this upcoming event. It’s a reflection of the same care and precision he brings to the companies he helps scale from obscurity to success.

As one close friend noted, “Most people just plan a wedding. Derik builds an experience. Just like he does with everything else — it’s meaningful, intentional, and completely unforgettable.”

And yet, amidst the glamour, it’s the emotion that resonates most. Friends, colleagues, and family alike have spoken of the joy radiating from Fay — a rare vulnerability for someone known for steely boardroom composure. It’s proof that even moguls with multi-million-dollar valuations and empires to manage are grounded by love, family, and human connection.

For someone who has helped countless founders achieve their dreams quietly in the background — often funding, guiding, and building their visions without ever taking credit — this moment in the spotlight feels well-deserved.

So as the final days approach, the world may be watching with curiosity, but those who know Derik Fay understand this is not the peak of a journey — it’s another step in a life built on authenticity, ambition, and unwavering commitment to both growth and heart.