Maui Food Technology Center’s 2nd Annual Supply and Service Expo set for February
On Wednesday, February 18, 2015, Maui Food Technology Center (MFTC) will hold their 2nd Annual Supply and Service Expo at the Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani from 10 am to 3 pm.
The event features a trade-show comprised of state and county business development services; food equipment suppliers, food ingredients manufacturers/distributors, labels and packaging suppliers/designers, dealers and traders, social media professionals and brand identity experts.
Specialized presentations by industry experts will also be scheduled throughout the day. Featured speakers include: David De Candia, Director of Tea for Coffee Bean/Tea Leaf on “Tea Trends” at 10:30 am; Neil Ertmer, President of Bay Area Packaging on “Food and Produce Packaging and Food Inspection” at 11:15 am; Neal Arakaki, Hawaii Pavilion Project Manager from Jaxie Corp. on “Food Manufacturing Exhibitors at Tokyo International Gift Show” at 12 noon; Ken Dozier, Executive Director of Western Research Application Center on “Federal Cost-Share Grants for Manufacturing and Agricultural Firms” at 12:45 pm; and Christina Gilbert, Purchasing Director of Mana Foods on “Buying Local” at 1:30 pm.
“This is the perfect event for new or existing food producers wanting assistance with the many challenges of developing a product and getting it into the marketplace,” said Luana Mahi, MFTC President. “There’ll also be helpful information for entrepreneurs looking to expand their network opportunities and resources.”
Pre-registered attendees are eligible to win a $200 Hawaiian Airlines gift card and a $50 gift card towards a car rental from Enterprise Holdings – need not be present to win. The first 200 people will receive a free Expo tote. Public admission is free.
For more information on becoming an exhibitor and/or attending the Supply and Service Expo, visit www.MauiFoodTechnology.org or call 888-948-6382.
Major event sponsors include: County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, Innovate Hawaii, A&B Kokua Giving, Pacific Media Group, Maui Now, The Maui News, Netcom Enterprises, Flavor Waves and Maui Printing Company.
Established in 2004, Maui Food Technology Center is a non-profit organization focused on growing Hawaii’s food industry, connecting students, food producers and farmers through the practice of food science. MFTC provides non-profit outreach, and business incubation services designed to identify and develop opportunities for local entrepreneurs to be successful in the agriculture and food product industries.
