Northwest Aerospace News —Issue No. 33 June | July 2023 | Page 56

Matt Higa
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FROM THE READER : MATT HIGA

Who is Matt ?
An experienced and innovative problem solver with a passion for continuous improvement and a strong commitment to success , Matt Higa is skilled in both business and technology , with a degree in Computer Engineering and Engineering Management from the University of the Pacific . Garnering over seven years of experience in various industries , he has a proven track record of delivering $ 8 million-plus in sales .
With a mission to accelerate the world ’ s transition to the New Space Economy and an objective to send the first women-led crew to Mars , I have a unique drive to make a positive impact on the world .

Matt Higa

Email : mijhiga @ gmail . com
LinkedIn & Instagram : @ matthiga
Website : www . pineappleempire . com
I excel in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment , where I have successfully implemented scaled agile frameworks and led sprint planning , reviews , retrospectives , and daily scrums to increase efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks . My expertise also extends to data science and artificial intelligence , and I have a passion for using machine learning to solve real-world business problems .
As a Spartan Trifecta finisher and ultra-runner in training , I have faced and overcome various physical challenges that have pushed me to my limits . This has given me a strong sense of determination and the drive to succeed in all endeavors , both professionally and personally .
My approach is to always play to win and to constantly strive for growth and success . I am always looking for new challenges and opportunities to build and conquer .
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