About Paul Gowder

Paul Gowder is the founder PowWows.com. He currently wears many hats as a business coachphotographer, and collector of quirky shirts. Paul started PowWows.com in 1996 while pursuing his graduate degree. With a passion for travel, he and his family have traveled the world, capturing unforgettable memories and photos. When he's not coaching or clicking, he's indulging in the magic of Disney.

Paul Gowder lives in South Carolina, where he worked as an Information Technology Project Manager for the State of South Carolina.  After 25+ years in state government, Paul retired to work on PowWows.com full-time.   Paul holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a master's degree in Public Administration.  He has been an active member of the pow wow community since the early 90s, as a dancer, organizer, committee member, and judge. Gowder is a descendant of Native American relatives on his father's side. 

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