Government Contracting

1000 Uluʻōhiʻa Street,Kapolei HI 96707

21 September, 2021

Description

The SBA along with it's resource partners present: Government Contracting and Certifications for Small Business Panel of Presenters: Mary Dale, Economic Development Specialist, SBADana Hauanio, Director MBDA Business Center Honolulu, University of HawaiiMelanie Martin & Dan Williams- State of Hawaii Department of TransportationSmall Business Specialist(s) with the MilitaryShan Wirt - MBDA Enterprising Women of Color Business Center-YWCA Oah'uWill share information and resources from their respective agencies on how to find opportunities and how to apply and be certified in: Government ContractingSmall Business CertificationWoman Owned Small Business Certification8A CertificationHub Zone CertificationState of Hawaii-Disadvantaged Business EnterpriseSAM.gov Registration RequirementsHawaii Procurement Technical Assistance Center (HI-PTAC) ResourcesAgenda for the day: 8:00-10:00 - Panel Presentation 10:00-12:00 - One-on-One appointments (You will have the opportunity to meet with a specialist of your choice when you register) The team at SBA’s Hawaii District Office – including our Guam branch staff - has a wealth of experience and an extensive network of lenders, trainers, consultants and resource providers in the private sector and at the Federal, State, and County levels to help you build the business that you envision.  Training, technical assistance and consulting services are readily available from the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), the Women’s Business Center, and SCORE throughout the Hawaii District Territory are available to you for your business venture.  Whether you’re in the early planning stages, need to develop your business plan, or compile a financing package, these programs give professional support. The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) with the State of Hawaii DBEDT allows firms interested in or ready to export to learn, advance and secure international sales.  SBA’s cutting edge “CEO” course, Emerging Leaders, sharpens the tools for small business owners to reach the next level by mastering business management skills.  SBA’s government contracting has a significant impact on the Hawaii & Pacific Island’s economy, fueled by our critical location in the Pacific and the military investment. The 8(a) business development program, HUB Zone initiative, Women Owned Small Business Contracting, All Small Mentor-Protégé Program, and other priority programs support training and contract awards to many small firms and open doors to business growth and job creation in our state.  The Resource Guide available at www.SBA.gov/hi is a great connector to our local resources. You’ll find even more information at your fingertips including forms, interactive training, and the latest developments on our website to help make your entrepreneurial journey an incredible and profitable adventure.