A newly formed technology service provider focused on Hawaii and the Pacific Islands market has formally launched in Honolulu.
According to a May 31 announcement, Vicinity Group offers a "wide range of innovative cloud and cybersecurity services for local businesses and organizations."
"Although a new corporate entity, the Vicinity team has decades of experience in the managed service provider space, and has solid past performance in support of several island projects – many of them focused on integrating technology in support of rural and underserved populations on the Neighbor Islands," the announcement noted. "These include remote education infrastructure for the University of Hawaii, connectivity and distance education for the Lanai Culture & Heritage Center, and campus safety projects with the state Department of Education."
“We are dedicated to elevating businesses through cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled support,” CEO Justin Burgess said in a statement. “Driven by a passion for technological innovation, we are a trusted partner for local enterprises seeking to improve their operations and drive growth.”
According to the announcement, the company's core competencies include third-generation managed IT and infrastructure support services, strategic IT consulting, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions – which are tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.
Ryan Ozawa, a long-time Hawaii technologist who was named CEO of Honolulu-based agricultural technology firm Smart Yields in January 2022, is joining Vicinity's business development team. Ozawa said in an email to Pacific Business News he will leave his role with Smart Yields, although remain with that organization in an advisory capacity.
"I was impressed by how dedicated and creative the Vicinity team is in helping local organizations explore myriad options, both for upgrading and streamlining their operations as well as novel approaches to funding them," Ozawa said in a statement. "I've long believed the right partnerships can yield 'all-way win' scenarios, and I know Vicinity can make them happen."
For more information on Vicinity, its capabilities and its team, visit vicinity.team or email info@vicinitygroup.com.
