maui techohana
Maui TechOhana – May 8
Join us for networking and guest speaker Nick Ponte, founder of Myna Marketing, talking about “How to Get Your Business Found on Google (Without Being a Tech Wiz).”
If your business isn’t showing up on Google, you’re losing potential customers to your competitors. In this power-packed session, Nick Ponte, recognized by Pacific Business News as Hawaii’s second fastest-growing business in 2024—will break down simple, effective strategies to help you rank higher on Google and attract more customers.
You’ll Discover:
• Whether SEO or Google Ads is the right fit for your business
• The biggest SEO mistakes business owners make (and how to fix them)
• How to optimize your website for local search and customer engagement
• Why Google My Business is critical and how to leverage it
• Quick, actionable steps you can implement immediately to boost your online presence
This session is designed for Hawaii business owners who want practical, easy-to-implement strategies—without needing to be a tech expert. If you want more visibility, more customers, and more sales, this is a presentation you don’t want to miss!
TechOhana Agenda – May 8
5:00 – 5:30 PM | Check-in and Networking (light refreshments served)
5:30 – 6:15 PM | Guest speaker with Q & A (livestream begins)
6:15 PM | Final Q&A, networking (and refreshments)
6:30 PM | Meeting ends
About Nick Ponte
Born and raised on Maui, Nick Ponte knows what it takes to grow a business in Hawaii’s unique market. As the founder of Myna Marketing (formerly Nick Ponte Marketing), he has helped over 500 local businesses get found on Google, attract more customers, and grow their revenue. Many of his clients have gone from small startups to multi-million-dollar companies by implementing his marketing strategies.
Nick was nominated as one of Hawaii’s Business Leaders of the Year by Pacific Business News and has been featured in publications like Forbes, and Inc. Magazine for his expertise in SEO, paid advertising, and digital strategy. Today, Nick enjoys sharing his experience and knowledge by helping others grow their business—without needing to be a tech expert.
MEDB’s Malcolm Center
1305 N. Holopono Street, Suite 5, Kihei
Limited in-person seats. Livestream tickets are available for virtual participation. Presentations are not recorded for distribution
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Maui TechOhana meetings, 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 sector. 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.
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