Jay Oku

Jay Oku is an experienced business professional with a diverse background in business development, consulting, and the real estate and lending sectors. Currently serving as Business Development Manager and Partner at Five Pawns, Jay focuses on Tobacco Harm Reduction Technology. In addition, Jay co-founded AIKAI Pickleball, which aims to innovate high-performance pickleball equipment. As a Business Development Partner at MDRN MOOD, Jay addresses the demand for responsible low-dose hemp products. The founder of CIC Group LLC, Jay works in public service and consulting, while previously holding roles including Regional Production Manager at Residential and Commercial Lending and Senior Team Lead at Bank of America. Jay also has a strong foundation in real estate, having worked as an owner and mortgage banker. Jay's educational background includes studies at the University of Hawai‘i System and University High School.