Ventures & Partners
About
Builder.
Creator.
Connector.
Jean-Paul Gedeon is a Hawaii-born entrepreneur and artist who has spent over two decades building businesses that shape how brands show up in the world. From the streets of Honolulu to billboards across the islands, his work is everywhere — even when his name isn't on it.
As the founder of JPG Hawaii, he built one of the state's leading design, print, and installation companies. Through JPG Media, he created an out-of-home advertising network that connects brands with the people of Hawaii.
He is also the inventor of Super Divider — a patented grocery checkout advertising product with international protections. A practical idea brought to market, and a pillar of JPG Media's supermarket advertising network.
Beyond business, Jean-Paul is an artist — a storyteller who believes that creativity and commerce aren't opposites. They're the same thing, done right.
"Real lessons from building businesses, making mistakes, and figuring it out along the way."
Ventures
What I'm Building
Four distinct ventures, one unified mission: create things that matter in Hawaii and beyond.
Patented Inventor
The Super Divider.
A simple idea. A real-world invention.
Invented and owned by Jean-Paul Gedeon, Super Divider turns an everyday grocery checkout divider into advertising space. Patented with international protections, it is live in the market and a pillar of JPG Media's supermarket advertising network.
- Revenue generated
- $100K+
- International protections
- Patented
- A pillar of JPG Media
- In market
The creative side
A different
perspective.
Art, music, storytelling. The same curiosity, in a different form.
Explore the work
Art
Kakaʻako Art Studio Mural
A large-scale IDĒL HAWAII skull-pineapple mural at JPG Hawaii — Honolulu, Hawaii.
Kakaʻako Art Studio · JPG Hawaii · Honolulu, Hawaii
JPG Podcast
Conversations That Move Hawaii Forward.
Trusted By
Brands & Organizations
A selection of clients and partners across JPG Hawaii and JPG Media.
Recognition
Awards & Honors
A career built on craft, community, and consistency — recognized by peers, publications, and the State of Hawaii.
AAF Pele Award Winner
American Advertising Federation — Hawaii's most prestigious creative advertising award, recognizing excellence in design and media.
American Advertising Federation
2026 Ad Person of the Year
AAF Extra Mile Award — officially recognized and received a certificate from the State of Hawaii for outstanding contributions to the advertising industry.
American Advertising Federation · State of Hawaii
Pivot of the Year Award
Recognized by Pacific Edge Magazine for exceptional business adaptability and entrepreneurial resilience in the face of challenge.
Pacific Edge Magazine
Best of Yelp
Voted Best of Yelp in Designers, Printers, and Installers — a testament to consistent quality, service, and client satisfaction.
Yelp
Eagle Scout
The highest rank in Boy Scouts of America — earned through years of leadership, service, and character. All four Gedeon brothers are Eagle Scouts.
Boy Scouts of America
What People Are Saying
Trusted by Clients & Collaborators
From luxury brands to local businesses — a few words from the people Jean-Paul has worked with.
Jean-Paul is a true professional who never slows down. Always hungry for knowledge, yet never hesitates to mentor those who ask. If you ever have the opportunity to collaborate, network or just chat with Jean-Paul, I highly recommend you take advantage of what he has to offer — it will be well worth your time.
William "Bud" Moore
Revenue Growth & Strategic Partnerships
Jean-Paul is a marketing wizard. He's helped me with several marketing and advertising projects over the years and has always over delivered. It's obvious that Jean-Paul is on the cutting edge of all forms of media.
Keoni Subiono
Owner, Kū Mana CrossFit
Jean Paul is a rare breed, in that his mind is moving in a million creative directions, and he manages to always pull the absolute best to provide to his clients. One of the most creative and humble professionals I've ever had the pleasure of working with.
Sean Michel
Creative Lead, Pure Media Hawaii
Jean-Paul is a student, teacher and leader. Truly the modern professional, he is a creative problem solver who takes measured risk. I'm glad to count Jean-Paul among my network!
Tim Rowe
Editorial Director, State of Streaming
I highly recommend Jean-Paul Gedeon of JPG Media for all your out of home advertising needs in Hawaii's Market. He will provide you with great service from start to finish and proactively lend his insight and expertise to make sure you have an effective ad campaign.
Lance Motogawa
Owner, Motogawa Marketing
I hired JPG Hawaii for printing services, and I was pleasantly surprised by the results. The quality of the print is rich and vibrant. If you are looking for a local printer with excellent results and service, I would recommend this company.
Mina Baek
Sales Associate, Gucci Group
Contact
Let's Build
Something
Whether you're looking to collaborate, advertise, or just connect — Jean-Paul is always open to a good conversation.