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Maui Wowi Hawaiian recognizes top franchisees

December 23, 2014

Maui Wowi Hawaiian honored its top franchisees at its International Franchise Conference held recently in Englewood, Colorado. 

According to a news release, the event included breakout sessions, one-on-one training and panel discussions, as well as speeches by CEO Mike Weinberger, Founder Jill Summerhays and Keynote Speaker Gary Michels. The conference also featured an on-site vendor expo and Barista Certification classes from Maui Wowi’s exclusive coffee roaster, Coda Coffee Co.

Additionally, the brand's top franchisees were recognized, including:

• Franchisee of the Year: Keith Mitchell
• Director of Regional Support of the Year: Ron and Barb Putman
• Franchise Advisory Council Member of the Year: Trenton Turner
• Rookie of the Year: Eric and Holley Rilko

Ron Kramer, a retired Maui Wowi Hawaiian franchisee who passed away this year, was also awarded the ‘Ohana Member of the Year award in memoriam.