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Lahaina, HI, US

As an Advisor and Mentor to the leadership team at Kits Cubed, I am proud to contribute to an Oakland-based initiative that empowers and motivates youth to instigate positive change in their community. Kits Cubed is dedicated to introducing young minds to the wonders of science through engaging, affordable, and accessible methods. Through experiment kits.

In my current role as a volunteer leader for the West Maui Greenway initiative, I am spearheading advocacy efforts, fostering community partnerships, and promoting private-public collaborations. At the forefront of this visionary project, I am leading the development of a 25-mile, multi-use trail, transforming an abandoned cane haul road into a greenbelt..

As a volunteer leader with Maui Bicycling League (MBL), a chapter of Hawaii Bicycling League (HBL), I spearhead efforts to represent bicyclists and pedestrians in the mission to build safer roads, stronger communities, and a bicycle/pedestrian-friendly Maui. Our focus includes advocating for green transportation solutions to address the challenges posed by.

Lahaina, HI, US

As the co-founder and advisor to RideSmart Maui, I played a key role in launching and expanding a successful e-bike venture that was subsequently acquired in August 2022. RideSmart Maui pioneered the introduction of e-bikes to Maui, advocating for a reduced carbon footprint on the island. By choosing e-bikes, riders actively contributed to cleaner air.

• SKD LaunchPad, a national search firm, provides comprehensive recruitment services for Executives, Interim Senior Executives, and Advisors. Surpassing expectations, delivering customized Talent Management solutions.
• Orchestrated the full-cycle recruitment process for regular full-time, temporary, and contract employees, ensuring seamless onboarding.
• Spearheaded the hiring process, encompassing direct sourcing, screening, job offer negotiations, and 3rd-party vendor management.
• Specialized in sourcing and recruiting top-tier talent, including C-Level executives, Sales professionals, technical experts (internet, SaaS, Cloud), technology learning and development professionals, as well as.
• Utilized diverse channels for candidate sourcing, leveraging Social Media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook), Cold Calling, Referrals, User Groups, Marketing Events, Dice, Career Builder, Monster, Zip Recruiter.
• Collaborated with client business executives and HR partners to formulate multi-strategy recruitment initiatives, aligning with business objectives.

Sarasota, FL, US

• Spun off from NorthPoint and funded by Intel Capital, Claremont Creek Ventures, and Javelin Venture Partners. Transformed data into insights at SmartZip, a predictive marketing platform. Enabled enterprises and.
• Assembled a top-tier engineering and technical team to construct a SaaS-based Real Estate Analytics platform.
• Led talent acquisitions, recruiting key C-level personnel to meet stringent timelines for the successful development of the software product through Alpha and Beta stages.
• Established a streamlined recruiting process that attracted skilled interns, resulting in the development of an iPhone product and achieving budget savings.
• Recruited and supervised Public Relations and Social Media firms, overseeing the implementation and management of platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, and contributing to the development of the company.
• Successfully identified and engaged VC firms and Angel Investors, playing a pivotal role in securing venture capital funding for the Series A round and Angel investment.

Pleasanton, CA, US

• NorthPoint Financial Services was a dedicated real estate investment services firm committed to guiding clients in making intelligent and hassle-free real estate investments. With a focus on removing the complexities.
• Cultivated a dynamic business development team and commission-based sales force, scaling from 3 to over 50 professionals.
• Directed the enhancement of sales processes, providing crucial support for business developers and financial advisors within the sales team.
• Engineered and managed a comprehensive training program, combining instructor-led and online modules, to certify real estate investment advisors, enabling sales personnel to become accredited investment counselors.
• Innovated and executed WebEx and GoToMeeting online training initiatives, facilitating customer seminars and internal sales training programs.
• Pioneered the Realtor Star Alliance program, creating a strategic partnership with over 1,000 realtors. Implemented recruitment strategies by showcasing program benefits, resulting in a remarkable 25% surge in annual.

• Founded in 1992, AIM Computer Training emerged as a trailblazer in the San Francisco Bay Area's computer training industry. Focused on large-scale business training, AIM quickly earned recognition for its innovative.
• Pioneered the development and implementation of technology training solutions for industry giants, including Cisco Systems, Applied Materials, Intel Corp., Bayer, Sony Corp., PG&E, Kaiser Permanente, Johnson & Johnson.
• Founded AIM Computer Training in 1992, propelling it to over $5M in sales and expanding services globally through strategic partnerships.
• Innovated product lines, introducing technology training solutions, online learning, web-based training delivery, ERP training, and soft skills training solutions.
• Engineered a scalable process, rendering the company attractive for acquisition.
• Spearheaded nationwide growth through strategic acquisitions. Recognitions: