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Hawaii Tech Pau Hana

AUG12
17:00
  • Hawaii Tech Pau Hana is a recurring in-person networking event held at 1938 Indochine in Honolulu.
  • It brings together entrepreneurs, investors, remote workers, and local tech professionals to build relationships and connect with Hawaii's startup and tech community.
  • Attendees enjoy casual conversations, food, and drinks in a relaxed setting.

About this event

What: This is a casual, recurring happy hour where you can network, talk story, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded professionals in Hawaii's startup and tech space. Enjoy great conversations, delicious bites, and a complimentary drink at 1938 Indochine, Kaka'ako's iconic Vietnamese fusion restaurant.

For Who: Entrepreneurs, investors, remote workers, and local tech professionals looking to be part of Hawaii's vibrant tech community
Our Sponsors: A huge mahalo to 1938 Indochine, our drink and venue sponsor for this event. We'd also like to thank our other event sponsors, Builders VC, HTDC, Hub Coworking Hawaii, AEP, Blue Startups, Boxjelly, Elemental Impact, Hawaii Angels, OMVC, and Joey Katzen, for their ongoing support in making these gatherings possible.
Parking:
Street Parking: There is decent street parking on Pohukaina St and Cooke St, which is free after 6 PM.
Paid Parking: Parking at SALT (333 Keawe St.) is free for the first hour and $2 for the second hour with validation by SALT merchants only.
Valet Parking: Valet parking is available for $7 with a 1938 Indochine validation. The entrance to the lot is on Keawe St. in-between Qing Mu Noodle and Bluetree Café.
Other Logistics:
We host this gathering every month at 1938 Indochine
We start at 5 PM. It usually lasts for a few hours – come and go when works for you.
By attending, all participants commit to upholding and being subject to our Code of Conduct
By attending, participants also acknowledge and grant permission for the use of photographs they may appear in for promotional material by the organizers or sponsors. If you would like to rescind this permission, please contact us directly.

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