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Maui Food Technology Center’s 1st Annual Supply and Service Expo

Feb 19, 2014 | Small Business, Sustainability

On Wednesday, February 26, 2014, Maui Food Technology Center will hold their 1st Annual Supply and Service Expo at the Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani from 10 am to 3 pm.

This is the perfect opportunity for new or existing food producers wanting assistance with the many challenges of developing a product and getting it into the marketplace, entrepreneurs planning to expand their network opportunities and resources, and consumers interested in attending the tradeshow and hearing the latest from experts in the food manufacturing, distribution and hospitality industries.

A tradeshow comprised of national, state and local service providers will feature manufacturers and distributors of food, ingredients, equipment and packaging supplies; dealers, brokers and traders; business services and educational groups that work with the food and hospitality industries. Entrepreneurs and existing businesses will also have an opportunity to network with brand identity and marketing industry professionals.

Specialized presentations will be held throughout the event. Featured speakers include

  • Dr. Aurora Saulo, Professor and Extension Specialist in Food Technology with the University of Hawaii Maui College on “Food Safety Certified: What Does That Mean?”
  • Marc McDowell, Executive Chef of Makena Resort on “Developing Local Products From Start To Finish”
  • Marty Parisien, Co-Owner/CEO at Singing Dog Vanilla on “Social Media Zen”
  • Mike Abrams, President of Flavor Waves, on “Get Out There, Make Friends, and Help People.”

Door prizes will be drawn throughout the event, must be present to win. Attendees are also eligible to win a 32 GB i-Pad Mini, need not be present to win. The first 100 people will receive a free Expo tote. Public admission is free.

Major event sponsors include: County of Maui Office of Economic Development, Fred Baldwin Memorial Fund, and Tri-Isle Resource Conservation and Development.

For more information on becoming an exhibitor and/or attending the Supply and Service Expo, visit MauiFoodTechnology.org or call 888-948-6382.