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SSBCI Technical Assistance Program

Empower Your Business with SSBCI Hawaii Technical Assistance Services Supporting Small Businesses for Success!

Are you a small business in Hawaii looking for financial assistance, strategic planning, and expert guidance to grow? The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Hawaii Technical Assistance (TA) Program is here to help! Our program provides critical support to help businesses navigate funding opportunities and enhance their operations for long-term success.

Who We Serve

As outlined by April 2022 SSBCI TA Guidelines an Eligible Business is defined as follows:

  • Must be applying for, preparing to apply for, or have previously applied for an SSBCI capital program or other federal or state small business program.
  • Very Small Businesses (VSB): Defined as businesses with 10 employees or less, including independent contractors and sole proprietors, and/or;
  • SEDI-Owned Businesses: As defined in the SSBCI Technical Assistance Guidelines (April 2022).

What We Offer

Eligible legal, accounting, and financial advisory services are available under this TA Program. Examples of services within these categories includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Legal Services

  • Assisting with business formation and governance documents.
  • Obtaining required registrations, licenses, filings, and certifications.
  • Advising on and preparing contracts.
  • Legal services related to obtaining capital, including financial instruments, investment term sheets, and shareholder agreements.
  • Supporting ownership transfers, such as employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

Accounting Services

  • Preparing audits, financial statements, and business records.
  • Digitizing financial records.
  • Advisory services or training on accounting practices and software.

Financial Advisory Services

  • Establishing banking relationships or other financial services.
  • Assisting with applications for government small business programs, including financial analyses.
  • Identifying credit, capital, grants, and financing sources.
  • Advising on financial management and access to financing.
  • Developing presentations, financial models, and business plans.

Our Key Partners

To participate in the TA Program and to receive comprehensive assistance in an eligible category, please reach out to one of our key partners below.

1. Hawaii Small Business Development Center (HSBDC)

  • Servicing Oahu and neighbor island businesses.
  • Contact: Claire E. Doi: claire.doi@hisbdc.org
  • Phone: Mobile: (808) 854-0765 | Office: (808) 945-1430, ext. 101
  • Website: Hawaii SBDC

2. City & County of Honolulu Office of Economic Revitalization (OER)

3. YWCA Oahu’s Business Development

How to Get Started

1. Visit our partner websites to explore available resources.
2. Contact our partners for tailored support and expert consultation.
3. Take action today to elevate your business to the next level!

For more details, email us at hicap@htdc.org. Let’s build a stronger business community together!