Save the date for Maui TechOhana May 9 to hear 关于 the Maui Food Innovation Center. Join us for networking, light refreshments and our guest speakers.
Updated 5-7-24 – Ian Stewart, Entrepreneurship & 业务拓展专员, Pāoihana项目, UH Maui College will be joined by Douglas Paul, 厨师教练, (previously listed as Angela Gannon) to speak 关于 their inspiring work.
- Learn 关于 the first value added food manufacturing incubator & 夏威夷加速器 & the entrepreneurial 项目 and services available at MFIC.
- Hear 关于 some of the entrepreneurial success stories emerging from the program.
- Brainstorm how the Maui techohana might support/benefit from this program.
Angela Gannon and Ian Stewart will speak at Maui TechOhana May 9
2024年5月9日，星期四
5:15 – 6:45 PM
马尔科姆中心，北纬1305号. Holopono街，Kihei, 5套房
皇冠体育会议, organized by the Maui Economic Development Board, Inc., and supported by the County of Maui, provide an informal networking opportunity open to anyone interested in Maui County’s technology industry. Events include a short presentation on a relevant topic in business or technology, followed by the opportunity to talk with others with similar professional interests.
Ian Stewart -企业家精神 & 业务拓展专员, Pāoihana项目, UH Maui College
Ian’s current role at University of Hawaii Maui College (UHMC) sees him focused on supporting entrepreneurship as part of a Minority Business Development Agency issued grant, the aim of which is to cultivate a vibrant diversified economy and increase minority business enterprises through entrepreneurship training and coaching.
Prior to starting this new position in January 2024, Ian was the Operations Manager of the Maui Food Innovation Center and is still very much focused on supporting the food entrepreneurs who engage with this facility/program.
Ian brings to UHMC a background in business consulting and economic development having spent 18 years working for the British Government’s International Business & Trade Services team based in the Southeast USA. In this capacity he engaged with a myriad of clients from entrepreneurs, start-ups and Fortune 500 to assist with their market entry & international business growth strategies while delivering local, and national job creation and economic growth for public partners. His experience encompasses a range of knowledge driven sectors including advanced manufacturing, aerospace and information technology and communications.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Georgia State University and a Diploma in Marketing from the UK’s Chartered Institute of Marketeers.
When he’s not working at UHMC you’ll find him championing local food systems and fresh produce either at Napili Farmers Market, 他帮助组织的, or volunteering his time to help maintain a 26-acre tropical fruit farm in Kula. Ian resides with his wife Susan, a physician assistant, in Wailuku.
Douglas Paul – 厨师教练 – UH Maui Food Innovation Center
Douglas Paul’s journey in the culinary world, showcases a diverse range of experiences and skills. Graduating from Baldwin High School and obtaining an Associate of Science degree in Culinary Arts from UH Maui College laid the foundation for his culinary 教育.
Paul’s time at Roy’s Restaurant as a cook, followed by a significant period at Spago Restaurant as a Pastry Chef in both Las Vegas and Maui, demonstrates a commitment to honing his craft in various culinary settings. “I ventured into entrepreneurship with “My Office,食物拖车, showcasing my entrepreneurial spirit and culinary skills as a self-employed individual for three years.”
Transitioning to Sodexo as the General Manager at UH Maui College for eight years allowed Paul to gain valuable experience in culinary management, overseeing broader aspects of the culinary domain. His involvement in the Maui Food Innovation Center at UH Maui College for a year reflects a desire to innovate and contribute to the culinary landscape.
“My passion for exploring and trying new food items from around the world aligns well with my current role in the Maui Food Innovation Center. This move indicates a strategic step toward entrepreneurship, suggesting that I aim to not only create but innovate within the culinary industry.”
“当我继续我的旅程, 结合我的烹饪专长, 管理技能, 企业家精神, it’s evident that I am well-positioned for continued success in the dynamic world of food and innovation. My unique blend of experiences and roles undoubtedly contributes to my well-rounded perspective in the culinary field.”