Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, his experience includes producing, engineering live and recorded radio programs to Japan, programming and producing onboard musical shows for Hawaiian and Aloha Airlines, audio engineering and award winning sound design for local and national advertising, and sound design for short films including Hawaii International Film Festival and Ohina Short Film Showcase selected films. His music engineering credits include Na Hoku Hanohano award winning albums and a nomination in the engineering category. Max brings to the team his experience and close connections to the Hawaiian music industry as well and his unique musical taste.