Hawai?i Small Business Development Center

?? Happy #SBDCDay! ?? Today, we celebrate the incredible impact of America’s SBDC and the dedicated professionals who empower small businesses across the nation. ??? ?? In the past year alone, SBDCs have: ? Helped 322,000+ clients ? Supported 16,645 new business starts ? Facilitated $5.7 billion in capital infusion ? Contributed to 1.5 million jobs nationwide As the largest SBA resource partner, SBDCs provide expert guidance in exporting, cybersecurity, AI adoption, and more—helping entrepreneurs start, grow, and thrive. ?? A huge thank you to all SBDC teams and advisors for your unwavering commitment to small business success. Here’s to another year of driving innovation, economic growth, and opportunity! ???? #SBDC #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SBA #BusinessGrowth #SBDCDay2025

?? Hawai?i Entrepreneurs: Today is #SBDCDay! For decades, the Hawai?i Small Business Development Center (Hawai?i SBDC) has supported local businesses with expert consulting, funding guidance, and growth strategies—all at no cost. Did you know? ?? The Hawai?i SBDC has helped thousands of local businesses access funding, expand, and navigate challenges. ?? Our team provides free, one-on-one consulting to entrepreneurs across O?ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i, and Hawai?i Island. ?? We are committed to strengthening Hawai?i’s economy by empowering small businesses and creating jobs statewide. If you’re an entrepreneur in Hawai?i, now is the perfect time to connect with Hawai?i SBDC and take your business to the next level. ?? Learn more & find your nearest Hawai?i SBDC: hisbdc.org ?? Have you worked with Hawai?i SBDC? Share your experience in the comments below! ?? #SBDCDay #HawaiiSBDC #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSupport #SmallBusinessHawaii #Networking

?? BIG NEWS: CTA BOI Enforcement PAUSED! ?? The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements are on hold while new regulations are being drafted! This is a huge win for small businesses that were facing complex reporting rules. What this means for you: ? No fines or penalties for missing BOI reports ? No enforcement actions until new rules are finalized ? New deadlines & updates coming by March 21, 2025 ?? FinCEN has confirmed that enforcement is suspended while they revise the reporting framework. Businesses should refer to the official press release for the latest updates. ?? Read the official announcement: https://lnkd.in/eEuXE2Gg #SmallBusiness #CTAUpdate #CorporateTransparencyAct #BOI #FinCEN #BusinessNews #Entrepreneurs #RegulatoryUpdates #Compliance

?? Ready to take your business to the next level? ?? Join us for Business Planning 101: Building Your Roadmap to Success! ??? This workshop will equip you with essential tools like market research, financial projections, and goal setting to turn your vision into a reality. Whether you're launching a new venture or refining your strategy, this session is for you! ?? Date: March 13th (Thursday) ? Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM ?? Location: Zoom Webinar ?? Fee: $15 (Register by March 12th) Secure your spot today! Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit www.hisbdc.org to register. #hawaiibusiness #SmallBiz #entrepreneurship #alohaspirit #supportlocal #sbdc #hisbdc #hawaii

?? Master Your Business Finances with Confidence! ?? Are you a small business owner looking to set up your financial foundation for long-term success? Join us for Finance 101 for Business Owners, a virtual workshop designed to help you navigate business and personal finances with ease. ?? What You’ll Learn: ?? How to set up your business finances properly ?? Key strategies for managing cash flow and taxes ?? Personal finance tips for entrepreneurs ?? Thursday, February 27, 2025 ? 10 AM – 11:30 AM HST ?? Zoom Workshop ??? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gHpnE7tZ Led by Annie Jay, Financial Coach, and hosted by Hawai‘i SBDC, this session is perfect for business owners looking to build financial stability and growth strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity—secure your spot today! #hawaiibusiness #SmallBiz #entrepreneurship #alohaspirit #supportlocal #sbdc #hisbdc #hawaii

My first presentation! I need to remember to limit my coffee intake that morning!

Add Aloha is a Shaka session designed for small businesses that want improve relationships, team morale, customer service, communications, and their story.?This interactive workshop is a unique approach to small business Hawai'i style that combines Shaka values that apply to any project or group. To gain the most from this workshop, it is recommended that participants view the award-winning documentary, "Shaka-A Story of Aloha." A free viewing is available on January 31, 2025 (separate registration via HISBDC.org/events is required). Add Aloha is part of the Shaka Project small business collaboration with ID8.org, First Foundation Bank, and Hawai'i SBDC. It is recommended for small business owners who want to instill exceptional customer service, cohesive teamwork, and accountability to grow their business as one Shaka Team! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g98RcDYh

Create with Aloha is designed to help small businesses grow. It is a Shaka session to evaluate your creative style, enhance your team's creativity, and create sustainable business solutions with Aloha. It's a unique approach to design-thinking Hawai'i style that combines Shaka values from the documentary, "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" with the VIBE Creative Process. To gain the most from this workshop, it is recommended that participants view the award-winning documentary, "Shaka-A Story of Aloha." A free viewing is available on January 31, 2025 (separate registration via HISBDC.org/events is required). This in-person workshop is part of the Shaka Project small business collaboration with ID8.org, First Foundation Bank, and HISBDC. It is recommended for small business owners want to build a cohesive leadership team with diverse styles and creativity to grow their business as one Shaka Team! Regisiter here: https://lnkd.in/gqgh7Zss

UPDATE:?Our guest speaker from the GSA office is not available to join us on February 19.?We will schedule another webinar with the GSA office in the future. This webinar will be presented by Terry Oyama, Senior Business Advisor, Hawaii Small Business Development Center (HISBDC). Terry is an SBA 8(a) graduate and mentor, with over two decades of expertise as a small business owner, public speaker, trainer, with actual federal government contract experience.?Prior to starting his company, Terry was a Contract Specialist for the GSA's Technology Services Group. He will share helpful tips and personal experiences for small businesses who are thinking about doing business with the federal government, including: * Why Work With the Federal Government? * Where Do I Begin? * Strategies for Getting Awards * Do You Know Who Your Customer is??(You Have 2!) * Cyber Requirements Terry will also include his experience and best practices on what to be aware of once you are awarded a contract, invoicing, and payment process. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g9672qRp

?? Calling all Hawai?i entrepreneurs! ?? Take your small business to new heights with our Shaka Movement workshops and cohort program: ? Create with Aloha (Feb 14) – Dive into Hawaiian-style design-thinking. ? Add Aloha (May 14) – Strengthen team culture and customer engagement. ? Grow Your Small Business with Aloha (Mar 7 – 6-month program) – Build a strategy and action plan for sustainable growth. Spaces are limited – don’t miss out! Secure your spot today and invest in your success. Register now - https://lnkd.in/gEFy-j5K #hawaiibusiness #SmallBiz #entrepreneurship #alohaspirit #supportlocal #sbdc #hisbdc #hawaii