Maya Kanehara

Maya Kanehara is a passionate individual with a strong focus on mentoring startups to develop disruptive products and services that can positively impact people's lives. She has an extensive background in product development for renowned tech companies like Twitter, Apple, and Autodesk, accumulating over 15 years of experience in the field.

Currently serving as the Managing Director at SSI Incubator, Maya previously held the position of VP of Growth and Development at Digital Garage US, where she enhanced business development processes for new and existing portfolio companies and partners. She has actively mentored early-stage startups at prestigious accelerators like 500 Startups, Alchemist Accelerator, and Plug and Play Tech Center.

Maya's skill set includes strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and adept project management capabilities. She excels at fostering connections among diverse groups and is recognized for her expertise in teaching storytelling, leading cross-functional teams, and building innovative and inclusive communities. Additionally, Maya is highly skilled in business development, marketing, branding, strategy, content creation, social media management, international product development, user experience design, and internationalization/localization.

Education-wise, Maya pursued a Master's degree at AFI and obtained a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from The Knowledge Academy. Throughout her career, Maya has held various roles in prestigious organizations such as Wivity Inc., Indicio.tech, Alchemist Accelerator, Plug and Play Tech Center, and Women in Security and Privacy, showcasing her commitment to driving growth and development in the tech industry.

Maya Kanehara's diverse background, coupled with her passion for transforming startups and innovative technologies, positions her as a valuable asset in the realm of product development, business strategy, and community building.