Press release HDO 18-25

SBA Resource Days Target Your Neighborhoods

Honolulu, HI - What does SBA offer to small business owners?  The programs are many and varied, and the qualifications for each can be specific.  So f...

Honolulu, HI - What does SBA offer to small business owners?  The programs are many and varied, and the qualifications for each can be specific.  So far this fiscal year, SBA has supported over $37 million in lending to small businesses in the Hawaii District and we’re prepared to provide more assistance to local companies ready to grow.  Watch for SBA Resource Days in your neighborhood in June!

Take advantage of this free opportunity to meet one-on-one for a 30-minute confidential consultation with an SBA representative who will help you cut through the red tape, navigate and explain SBA programs and resources available to you.  Ask us about our various loan programs including:

  • Loans for working capital – SBA Express, Export Express and Veterans Advantage Programs;
  • Long-term financing to purchase or renovate business real estate or major equipment – the SBA 504 Loan Program; and
  • Government contracting certifications and assistance SBA’s 8(a) Business Development & Other Government Contracting Programs.

An experienced SBA specialist will be available for a 30-minute confidential consultation at branch locations.  Appointments are required and scheduled by SBA.  Walk-ins may be accepted if time allows.  To register, or for more information, you can call (808) 541-2990.

 

 

June 7

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Central Pacific Bank

Kapalama Branch

1535 Dillingham Blvd

Honolulu, HI

 

 

541-2990, ext. 211

mary.dale@sba.gov

 

June 14

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

First Hawaiian Bank

Lihue Branch

4423 Rice Street

Lihue, HI

 

 

541-2990, ext. 210

jerry.hirata@sba.gov

 

June 20

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

First Hawaiian Bank

Kahala Branch

1348 Hunakai Street

 

 

541-2990, ext. 209

thornton.spain@sba.gov

 

June 27

9 a.m. to 3p.m.

 

American Savings Bank

Queen Ward Branch

929 Queen Street. 

 

541-2990, ext. 210

jerry.hirata@sba.gov

 

About the U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.