Meet Our Team
Get to Know Our Amazing Team
Our Technology Aloha team is a group of talented and driven business process experts, designers and marketing specialists. We work together as a team to support our clients by designing beautiful websites, executing strong marketing strategies, and developing efficient business processes.
Founder + Managing Director
Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Internet Psychology & Business Optimization
Education
MBA in Marketing and Finance
BS in Management Information Systems
Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Q&A with Jillyn:
Q: What’s the one question that every agency should ask potential clients when evaluating their business?
Running a business isn’t easy. Those of us who do it are driven. What drives you? What is that one Big Audacious Goal, even if it feels unattainable? Why do you do what you do?
If your agency isn’t asking good questions, they are not truly interested in your business. Chances are they aim to provide a good product or a service, but not a partnership for your success.
Your BAG gives enormous insight into the personality of your business, where it’s headed, and what success will look and feel like when you arrive. Whether that’s more revenue, more freedom, or more meals for the less fortunate in your community — this is our sweet spot, and nothing is more satisfying than helping our clients succeed.
Q: You pursued marketing, finance and competitive intelligence. These seem to be very different disciplines... What’s the commonality?
We help our clients do what they do, only better. I love that!
Q: What makes Technology Aloha different?
We also have an unusual build process and standard. Most business owners don’t realize that they will need regular maintenance and updates for their site. We offer affordable ongoing maintenance plans for the sites we build, and that makes us uniquely motivated to provide functional, maintainable and long-lived sites. If sites are not well planned and built systematically, they often cost clients thousands of dollars in maintenance and break/fix work as well as lost revenue.
We craft sites that account for the constant evolution of software and new ideas clients may have. Our sites are specifically designed to grow with the business, and growth is the objective, right?
Senior Web Designer
Web Design, Web Development, Graphic Design, Brand Design
Education
BS in Information Technology Major in Web & Mobile Application
Q&A with Shey:
Q: What drew you to design?
Growing up, I've always been drawn to art. My initial plan was to study Information Technology to fulfill my childhood dream of becoming an animator. But as I delved deeper into my studies, my fascination with programming grew so I decided to pursue Web and Mobile Application Development as my major instead. It soon became clear to me that a career in web design, specifically in a digital agency setting, would allow me to fully utilize both my technical skills and creativity.
Q: What are a few characteristics of a great design?
It’s a common misconception that great design means pretty design — good choice of font, colors, illustrations and so on. It’s true that those do contribute to what makes a design great, but it’s not just that.
People are impatient. People are busy. So while it’s important to keep your site/ads/social media content eye-catching, it’s just as critical to keep it simple and straightforward.
Simplicity is when the design has just the right amount of decorative elements to not distract the user from your main message. And straightforwardness is effectively presenting them the message without the unnecessary extra steps. Those two combined with the design being striking enough to grab and keep the user’s attention, is what makes a design great.
Q: You say Good Design is Good Business — explain…
Why is that?
Firstly, good branding creates a positive and lasting impression on potential customers and clients. A well-designed product, website, or brand image can instantly communicate the professionalism and expertise of a company.
Secondly, it conveys a sense of quality and trustworthiness to consumers. People are more likely to trust and purchase products or services from a company that presents itself in a visually appealing and polished manner.
And lastly, it helps people remember your brand. With so many businesses vying for consumers' attention, it is important to stand out and be memorable. A well-designed brand involves consistency which makes it easy to recognize and remember, leading to increased brand awareness and loyalty over time.
Q: There are so many web designers to choose from, what are some of the questions a potential client should be asking?
When it comes to choosing web designers, we at Technology Aloha advise business owners to look for three things;
Good customer service and communication habits. This will be crucial in the success of a project as it establishes trust and ensure clear understanding of your goals and requirements. It also helps to address any issues or concerns that may arise in the future.
Offers support and maintenance services. A website is a long-term investment that requires ongoing care and attention. It needs to continue to function properly and stay secure to preserve a positive the user experience for your visitors. So hiring a web designer that will take these out of your plate is like getting a "health insurance" for your business and will provide you with peace of mind.
Great portfolio and positive reviews from past clients. A portfolio will help you evaluate their skills, experience, and expertise, and determine if they have the ability to deliver what you need. On the other hand, testimonials will give you an overview of the agency's work ethics, reliability, and attention to detail.
HR Coordinator
Staff Onboarding, Offboarding, & Employee Assistance
Education
BS in Human Resource Management
Certifications
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certified
Mailchimp Academy Foundations Certification
GiveSmart Fundraise Professional: Level 1 & 2
About Angie:
Angie is the HR Coordinator for Technology Aloha. She acts as a staff liaison and assists with onboarding and offboarding employees.
Angie graduated from Ateneo de Davao University in 2014, with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management. After graduation, she worked in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry for seven years specializing in Human Resources, Labor Relations and Recruitment. Angie’s primary focus is to ensure the Technology Aloha team is well taken care of and that any problems are addressed efficiently and effectively. She aims to provide overall support to the Founder and Team by streamlining hiring and benefits processes and implementing HR Standard Operating Procedures.
Office Pup
Office Security, Toy Distribution & Office Fitness
Education
Paws University
About Bailey:
His security responsibilities include greeting guests and occasionally barking at strangers. He is also in charge of our office fitness program and leads a daily walk when our office is open. Bailey is also in charge of office toy distribution and retrieval, which is closely related to our office fitness program.
Bailey, an apple head Chihuahua, was born on February 3rd, 2015, on the Hilo side of the Big Island of Hawaii. He assumed his Office Pup duties in September of 2015 when he was adopted by our founder, Jillyn.
Jillyn is a joy to work with and is very patient. The hands on training was very important to the future success of our new WordPress site. Jillyn has the ability to make a complicated process simple.
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We love helping businesses build a cohesive online presence that shows off their brand and what makes them special! Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business succeed.