Small Business Development Center - O'ahu

Small Business Development Center - O'ahu Drive the Economic Sustainability of Hawai‘i by assisting Businesses to Form, Grow and Thrive.

Established in 1990, the Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center Network is the only statewide business assistance organization in Hawai‘i. Our confidential consulting services are provided to our clients at no charge. We are part of the America's Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC), encompassing over 1,000 full-time business service centers and 5,000 employees providing consulting and...

training to over 1.25 million clients annually. OUR SERVICES
• Business strategy & planning
• Capitalization/funding resources
• Financial management
• Operations management
• Human resources management
• Marketing strategies
• Risk management
• Feasibility studies
• DOD/government contracting
• Business skills training
• Business research
• Exit strategies

OUR CLIENTS
Existing Business Owners:
• Reposition the business
• Brainstorm business solutions
• Develop new products/services
• Enter new markets
• Assess expansion capital
• Reduce operational costs

Aspiring Business Owners:
• Requirements for business start-up
• Business plan development
• Cash flow projections
• Financial management
• Marketing strategies
• Long-term business development

Would a lender say yes to your numbers?A strong business idea needs a clear financial plan behind it. Join Hawaiʻi SBDC ...
08/04/2026

Would a lender say yes to your numbers?

A strong business idea needs a clear financial plan behind it. Join Hawaiʻi SBDC for Get Loan Ready: Budget & Financial Forecasting in a Day, a hands-on workshop that will help you develop stronger financial projections and prepare for future funding opportunities.

Participants will receive direct guidance from experienced mentors and free access to the SumoSum app, an AI-powered forecasting tool for loans, investors, grants, and business growth. Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop and get ready to put your numbers to work.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
1:00 to 3:00 PM
Check-in begins at 12:30 PM
677 Ala Moana Boulevard
7th Floor Conference Room, Ewa Tower
Fee: $15

Registration closes Tuesday, September 8, and seating is limited. Register today to reserve your seat.

Register here: https://clients.hisbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=4460006 See less

Join us tomorrow for Fearless Networking for Introverts, an interactive online workshop led by award-winning speaker, au...
07/22/2026

Join us tomorrow for Fearless Networking for Introverts, an interactive online workshop led by award-winning speaker, author, and coach Laura Reid.

Learn practical ways to enter networking spaces with more confidence, create genuine conversations, and clearly communicate what you do without pretending to be the loudest person in the room.

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
💻 Online via Zoom
💲 $15
👥 Limited to 50 participants

Register today and start building business relationships in a way that feels authentic to you.

https://clients.hisbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=5460011

A great day connecting with Hawaiʻi’s entrepreneurs, makers, and resource partners at the 4th Annual Hawaiʻi Made Confer...
06/25/2026

A great day connecting with Hawaiʻi’s entrepreneurs, makers, and resource partners at the 4th Annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference!

This year’s theme, “Driving the Future of Food Innovation,” highlighted the people, programs, and partnerships helping local businesses move from idea to market.

Hawaiʻi SBDC was glad to share resources and connect with attendees looking for support with starting, growing, and strengthening their businesses.

Hawaiʻi SBDC was proud to participate in the 2026 BDS XVII Matchmaking Event on June 3, connecting with local entreprene...
06/09/2026

Hawaiʻi SBDC was proud to participate in the 2026 BDS XVII Matchmaking Event on June 3, connecting with local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and resource partners.

Representing Hawaiʻi SBDC at Table 11, Zach Oliver met with attendees to share more about our no cost, confidential business advising services and how we support small businesses at every stage, from startup planning to growth, operations, and long term strategy.

Mahalo to the event organizers, participating agencies, and everyone who stopped by to connect with us. Events like this help strengthen Hawaiʻi’s small business community by bringing people, resources, and support together in one place.

📍 Yesterday, HISBDC had the opportunity to participate in the Women Entrepreneurs Conference at Prince Waikīkī.It was in...
05/19/2026

📍 Yesterday, HISBDC had the opportunity to participate in the Women Entrepreneurs Conference at Prince Waikīkī.

It was inspiring to see so many women entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals come together to connect, share ideas, and support business growth across Hawaiʻi. From networking opportunities to valuable business resources, the event highlighted the strength and impact of women in business.

Mahalo to the organizers, speakers, vendors, and attendees who helped make this event a success.

Running a food business comes with more than great recipes. You also need to understand the rules that help keep your cu...
05/14/2026

Running a food business comes with more than great recipes. You also need to understand the rules that help keep your customers safe and your business prepared.

Join us for The Secret Sauce: Navigating Food Safety & Rules and learn key food safety regulations, sanitation practices, common compliance mistakes to avoid, and practical tips from decades of real world experience.

This online session is perfect for food entrepreneurs, vendors, and anyone working with food.

What is one food safety question you wish someone explained before starting?

Register here:
https://clients.hisbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=5460008

Growing a business is one thing.Growing it faster than the average? That’s different.SBDC clients are seeing more than 2...
03/18/2026

Growing a business is one thing.
Growing it faster than the average? That’s different.

SBDC clients are seeing more than 2X faster sales growth compared to the average U.S. business.

Strategy. Guidance. Real results.

This is what happens when you stop guessing—and start building with intention.

$5.53 BILLION.That’s the level of impact America’s SBDC is making—helping small businesses access capital, grow stronger...
03/18/2026

$5.53 BILLION.

That’s the level of impact America’s SBDC is making—helping small businesses access capital, grow stronger, and scale smarter.

Behind every dollar is a business owner who took a risk… and had the right support to win.

If you’re building something, you don’t have to do it alone.

From recycled soda cans to a full-time retail shop in Kailua-Kona, Candelaria Onyeabor—founder of Soda2Art—has transform...
12/17/2025

From recycled soda cans to a full-time retail shop in Kailua-Kona, Candelaria Onyeabor—founder of Soda2Art—has transformed everyday aluminum into handcrafted wearable art since 2015.

With support from the Hawaiʻi SBDC, she developed a retail strategy, launched her storefront in Kailua Village, and grew her passion into a full-time income. She is now expanding her product line and preparing to hire staff, all while staying true to her sustainability mission.

“Thank you SBDC for all the help over the years as well as supporting me to successfully make the leap to full-time retailer.” — Candelaria Onyeabor

We’re proud to support Hawaiʻi’s entrepreneurs as they innovate, create, and grow.
Learn more at hisbdc.org

Address

677 Ala Moana Boulevard , Ste 612
Honolulu, HI
96813

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18089451430

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