Let’s Talk Story & Connect: Roundtable Discussions
A Talk by Colleen McAluney , Alexis Akiona , Poni Askew , Christiane Bolosan-Yee and Kara Kashiwabara
About this Talk
Join us for an engaging session that breaks away from the traditional lecture format. Our roundtable discussions session will provide a platform for meaningful connections and insights. Each roundtable will feature a different topic allowing attendees to engage in unique, interesting, and thought-provoking conversations with fellow attendees. Whether you are a seasoned business owner or just starting out, we all have something to learn from each other. Topics vary. Seating is open, first-come, first-serve.
Table # 1: Empower Your Network: Cultivating Meaningful Connections for Business Success
- Christiane Bolosan-Yee, Instructor, Leeward Community College
Table # 2: From Off-Grade Produce to Packaged Goods: Crafting Value from Food Surplus
- Poni Askew, CEO, Hawaiian Vinegar & Spice Company
Table # 3: The Power of Becoming Your Brand.
- Alexis Akiona, Founder, LexBreezy Hawaii
Table # 4: 10 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue
- Colleen McAluney, Director, Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leadership
Table # 5: Retaining Your Best Employees
- Kara Kashiwabara, Human Resources Specialist, ALTRES