Hawaii Defense Alliance

Meet the Primes Conference
2023-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
It is anticipated that the Department of Defense will spend over $2 billion on work in Hawaii in 2023-2024. To meet the requirements of federal regulations and team with small businesses, large prime and sub-prime contractors are anxious to work with local small businesses. This conference is designed for those local small businesses to hear directly from large prime contractors about upcoming local projects, with the opportunity to meet one-on-one with prime contractors, federal contracting offices, and local resource partners. It is also a chance to network with other local small business on defense contracting.
See website for full agenda and to register.

2023 Small Business Summit
2023-04-18 - 2023-04-19 | Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Join us in Honolulu, Hawaii for the 2023 Small Business Summit hosted by NHOA, an annual event that brings together businesses, government agencies and industry experts for 2 days of all things GovCon! Get important information and updates, engage with attendees and connect with resources to help you thrive in the federal marketplace.

NAVFAC HI, GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT INDUSTRY FORUM
2023-05-18 08:00 - 12:30 | Oahu Veteran’s Center, 1298 Kukila Street, Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
The NAVFAC, HI Government Procurement Industry Forum will cover topics regarding all items NAVFAC, HI related to include the agency’s mission, acquisition forecasts, Government contracting requirements, and all other special interest items. Speakers will also provide key tips when seeking to do business with the Government.
This is a great opportunity to enhance your knowledge on a variety of topics pertaining to the agency. Items will be presented specifically by the organization’s subject matter experts with topics including the following:
Procurement forecasts, Agency Operations/Execution, Design and Construction, Cyber Security, Environmental, and Contracting.
Additional outside agencies will also present program updates.
This is also an enormous opportunity to network and collaborate with industry partners in one location. The forum is a stand-alone NAVFAC, HI outreach event; all topics will be directly related to the agency’s mission.
The event is FREE and targeted to ALL industry partners (current, previous, and potential), government agencies, etc.
*** Be advised attendance will be limited to the first 200 members to register.
*﻿** Registration ends May 15, 2023 or once capacity is reached.
*﻿** Check-in begins at 7:15am, the day of the event.
C﻿ontact Tony Anderson, Assistant Deputy Director, Office of Small Business Programs, NAVFAC HI, for further details at 808-397-9601 or via email at antonia.j.anderson.civ@us.navy.mil

OVERVIEW OF THE HUBZONE PROGRAM FOR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS
2023-07-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
HISBDC Pathways to Profits webinars are designed for small businesses in operation for at least two years, have a good track record in their specialty, and want to grow to the next level.
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program fuels small business growth in historically underutilized business zones with a goal of awarding at least 3% of federal contract dollars to HUBZone-certified companies each year.
This webinar is designed for potential and existing federal government contractors gain an understanding of the HUBZone program which helps small business growth in certain urban and rural areas. Key topics include:
• What are the benefits and eligibility requirements for small business participation
• The new HUBZone portal, SBA Connect, and see how to access it
• Changes to the HUBZone map starting July 1
• Best practices and practical tips for government contractors and subcontractor
Speaker(s): Erin Kanehira, Procurement Counselor, Hawaiʻi Procurement Technical Assistance Center
Terry Oyama, AVP, Strategic Account Executive, Central Pacific Bank
Erin Kanehira is a Certified Procurement Professional at Hawaii PTAC. Prior to joining PTAC, she worked in a variety of disciplines, including higher education, real estate, state government, and human services. She has been a member of the National Contract Management Association Aloha Chapter since 2011 and served as its Secretary since 2018.
Terry Oyama, AVP and Government Strategic Accounts Manager at CPB has over 15 years of experience providing services to the Government. Terry’s company, Solution Engineering Hawaii, Inc. is a graduate of the SBA’s 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business Development program, and continues to provide services to the Government here in Hawaiʻi. Prior to starting his company, Terry was a Contracting Specialist with The General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Services in Honolulu.
Co-Sponsor(s):
It is a non-refundable workshop unless Hawaii SBDC Network cancels. Pre-registration required at our website www.hisbdc.org. Payment must be made at the time of registration to complete and confirm your registration.
The Hawai‘i SBDC is a program of the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement NO. SBAOEDSB230022-01-01 with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Hawai‘i SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for individuals with limited English proficiency as well as reasonable accommodations can be made for persons with disabilities if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact Hawai‘i SBDC at (808) 945-1430 to make arrangements. Hawai‘i SBDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Fee: $ 15.00
We accept MasterCard and Visa. No Cash Payments. Payments must be made in order to complete your registration. The fee is non-refundable unless the event is canceled by Hawaiʻi SBDC.

Contractor's Toolkit: Permits, Certifications, and More!
2023-07-27 09:00 - 15:30 | Kapolei Hale, 1000 Uluʻōhiʻa St #103, Kapolei, HI, 96707
Join us for a day of learning! We’ll be covering SBA Certifications for small businesses, how veterans can access the State’s Surplus Program, how to find contracting opportunities with HI-PTAC’s Bid Match, and tips for navigating the City permitting process.
Our guest speakers from the Small Business Administration (SBA), Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and Hawaii Procurement Technical Assistance Center (HI-PTAC), will present throughout the morning:
Lori Hiramatsu, (VBOC): SBA VETCert and the State Surplus Program
M﻿ichael Youth, (SBA): 8(a) Certification & Native Hawaiian Organization Certification
E﻿rin Kanehira (HI-PTAC): Women-Owned Business Certification and HUBZones
Following that, Clayton Shimazu, the Customer Service Program Administrator from the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Permitting and Planning, will cover the basics of City and County Building Permitting and frequently asked questions regarding businesses. To respect the time of all attendees, the Q&A on City and County Building Permitting will only cover general questions about the permitting process. Questions specific to an individual’s permit will not be taken.
After our scheduled presentations, attendees will be offered short 1:1 business counseling on the certifications covered. Sign-ups for the counseling sessions (20 min each) will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, if you’d like to register for a 1:1 please come before the presentations at 8:30 a.m.
To ensure we can serve as many businesses as possible, please come prepared to seek counseling on only one certification:
8﻿(a) Certification
Women-owned Small Business (WOSB)
Economically Disadvantaged Women-owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB)
N﻿ative Hawaiian Organization (NHO)
Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert)
H﻿UBZone Program
Bid Match – finding contracting opportunities
Only 100 spots/persons will be allowed to attend the event so in consideration for others, please be sure to cancel your ticket if you are unable to attend.
For more information, please email bce@honolulu.gov.

Hawaii Cloud Innovation Summit
2023-08-01 09:00 - 16:00 | Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
The Hawaii Cloud Innovation Summit is a premier conference dedicated to exploring and promoting innovative technologies, digital transformation, and enabling the local workforce. This year’s event is focused on the theme of “Laulima: Working Together To Future Proof Hawaii’s Economy,” with a goal to bring together all sectors of the economy and highlight the importance of collaboration to drive growth and success. The objective of the event is to connect businesses, technology leaders, healthcare leaders, education, government officials and defense leaders to exchange ideas, best practices, and insights on digital transformation. Through engaging keynote presentations, informative panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable knowledge and practical strategies to leverage digital transformation and innovation to drive economic growth and protect the local economy. The summit will also focus on the importance of enabling the workforce to meet the demands of the digital age, highlighting the need for continuous learning and development to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced business environment. With a strong emphasis on uniting to protect our local economy, the summit aims to bring together stakeholders from all sectors to explore innovative solutions that promote growth, sustainability, and prosperity for all of Hawaii.

HAWAII SBDC PATHWAYS TO PROFITS SERIES: ADMINISTRATIVE READINESS FOR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
2023-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
HISBDC Pathways to Profits webinars are designed for small businesses in operation for at least two years, have a good track record in their specialty, and want to grow to the next level.
Successful government prime or subcontractors need to understand and prepare for what is required when awarded a government contract.
Join us in this interactive panel discussion with professionals who are experienced in small business and federal government contracts. The information may also be applicable for state and local government procurement.
Participants will gain an understanding of the importance of being reading for the administrative and financial considerations as a government contractor such as:
* Contract administration and compliance
* Proper record keeping and accounting system
* Bonding requirements
* Cashflow and financing needs
Registered participants will be provided with a recording of the webinar after the event.

Contract Administration Do's and Don'ts
2023-08-17 07:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
You are invited to a live webinar with our Director of Contract Administration, Trevor Skelly as he unpacks federal contract types and current performance issues. He will also present on current trends in the federal marketplace, focusing on matters of dispute between federal contractors and the Government.
During this webinar, you will learn:
-Various contract types under FAR Part 16
-“Red flags” in federal contract performance
-How to address issues with federal contracting officers and contracting officers’ representatives
-Current trends in the federal marketplace
This session will feature a live chat, so your participation is greatly encouraged. GovContractPros welcomes the submission of questions regarding contract modifications, payment schedules and procedures, and cure notices in advance of the webinar. Although we cannot guarantee that we will address your questions during the event, please know that we read all submissions.

Operational Energy & Logistics Summit
2023-08-22 08:00 - 2023-08-24 12:30 | Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kālia Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
TechConnect, in cooperation with U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Navy Operational Energy Office, and U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Energy Office (E2O) are proud to co-develop the 2023 Operational Energy and Logistics Summit, taking place 22-24 August, Honolulu, HI.
The annual Operational Energy and Logistics Summit (OELS) was formed in 2019 to advance operational energy, logistics, and cyber capabilities and strengthen partnerships between military, academia, industry, federal agencies and labs to support the DoD’s focus areas as outlined by the National Defense Strategy, National Security Strategy, and Department of Defense Operational Energy Strategy 2016.
Entering its 5th year, OELS is produced by TechConnect Division-ATI, in cooperation with the U.S. Navy Operational Energy Office, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (J4 and J8), and U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Energy Office (E2O).
Join us as we advance operational energy, logistics, and cyber capabilities and strengthen partnerships between military, academia, industry, federal agencies and labs to support the DoD’s energy and security needs as outlined by the National Defense Strategy, National Security Strategy, and Department of Defense Operational Energy Strategy.
Through our partnership with the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, Hawaii companies can use discount code HTDC 1523.

Pacific Industry Forum
2023-09-12 08:00 - 2023-09-14 17:00 | Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Registration is now open for individuals and sponsors! Early bird registration ends on May 31, 2023.
The SAME Honolulu Post Pacific Industry Forum is an opportunity for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Environmental industry to network and collaborate with the government to support creative thinking and solutions to challenges in the Indo-Pacific Theater. The theme is Together Towards Tomorrow.
The agenda for this year’s event includes the following:
SEPTEMBER 12,2023
Icebreaker Networking Reception
Evening pau hana
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Pacific Industry Forum
Power Breakfast
Guest Speakers
Exhibitors
Lunch
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Golf Tournament
MCBH Klipper Golf Course, 12 p.m. shotgun start
Lunch
Goodie bags
Raffle
Pau hana
We hope to see you there!

Careers in Intelligence Fair
2023-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 | University of Hawaii at Manoa
Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Campus Center Rooms 307 – 310
(https://goo.gl/maps/T42T9ti9Ar369Xk37)
This career fair allows participants to explore career options in the intelligence community and other industry partners, both locally and nationally located.
Employers, register here: https://go.hawaii.edu/nZX
To register and learn more, visit https://sites.google.com/hawaii.edu/hawaii-tech-days/home

UH TECH DAYS OF FALL IT EDUCATOR EXTERNSHIP
2023-10-10 08:00 - 15:00 | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Dept. of Education educators are invited to participate in a discovery of IT careers with local tech and intelligence employers.
Flyer: Hawaii Tech Days of Fall 2023 IT Educator Externship

Hawaii: Future in Cyber
2023-10-13 09:00 - 16:45
Location: University of Hawaii West Oahu; Academy for Creative Media Auditorium and Computer Labs
(https://goo.gl/maps/2FurtYr8J4Ci2Ltk8)
This event allows Hawaii middle school, high school, and college students to experience and play World of Haiku, the first-of-its-kind video game that teaches you critical cybersecurity skills! Participants will meet cybersecurity professionals and learn how they can connect what they learn in the game to a career!
To learn more visit https://sites.google.com/hawaii.edu/hawaii-tech-days/home

2023 Pacific Defense Contracting Summit
2023-10-17 - 2023-10-19 | Marriott Waikiki Beach, 2552 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Find out how $886 Billion in 2024 Defense Spending will translate into military contracting opportunities throughout the Pacific Region by attending the Top Pacific Defense Conference & Expo of 2023! The FY 2024 Defense Budget includes $9.1 Billion in support of the Pacific Deterrence Initiative (PDI), a 40% increase from FYI 2023!
Top Congressional and Department of Defense Leaders consider USINDOPACOM as our most important long-term military theater, with billions of new dollars being allocated for contracts because of the rapidly escalating threat of Chinese Military Aggression, along with an unstable North Korea.
Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Vice Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, has stated, “The Chinese Communist Party remains the most pressing threat the United States has faced in 30 years – it is the threat of our lifetime. Beijing’s recent announcement that they will grow their military budget by over 7% this year should serve as a sobering reminder that the CCP is building a world-class military to drive America out of the Pacific.”
The U.S. and Australia are also strengthening defense ties and looking to industry for the latest defense services and products. Last week on Capitol Hill, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense Mara Karlin told lawmakers that the development of new technologies are critical to U.S. Pacific defense and to the defense of Australia.
To learn more about our upcoming Defense Contracting Summits, visit our website for more information: www.usdlf.org

Prime Time Networking for Small Businesses
2023-10-17 08:30 - 12:00 | Prince Waikiki Hotel, 100 Holomoana Street, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation invites small businesses owned by minorities, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, women, and other underrepresented groups to attend a free Prime Time Networking event on Oct. 17 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Prince Waikiki Hotel:
-Meet one-on-one with some of Hawaiʻi’s leading Prime Contractors.
-Network with Prime Contractors and other small businesses.
-Market their firms and foster business relationships.
Register by Friday, Oct. 6.

18th Annual Hawaii Government Contracting Forum
2023-10-25 07:30 - 15:00 | Honolulu Country Club, 1690 Ala Puumalu Street, Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
A forum for small businesses looking to start or expand opportunities as a government contractor. The forum brings together representatives from various government agencies to discuss contracting opportunities and updates to small businesses looking to start or expand opportunities as a government contractor.
VIEW FULL AGENDA ON REGISTRATION PAGE: https://2023HIGCF.eventbrite.com
PAPER REGISTRATION FORM: 18th Annual Hawaii Government Contracting Forum – Paper Registration
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDERS
• Hawaii MBDA Business Center
• Hawaii Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
• Hawaii Procurement Technical Assistance Center (HI-PTAC)
• Veterans Business Outreach Center of the Pacific (VBOC)
• Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leadership (MCBL)
• MBDA Enterprising Women of Color Business Center Oahu (MBDA EWOC Oahu)
INTRODUCTION TO HAWAII DEFENSE ALLIANCE
• Pono Chong, Program Manager, Hawaii Defense Alliance
SBA: SMALL BUSINESS UPDATES
• Michael Youth, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration, Hawaii District Office
STATE AND CITY & COUNTY PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• City & County of Honolulu, Division of Purchasing
• City & County of Honolulu, Dept. of Transportation Services Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DTS DBE), Renee Yamasaki
• State of Hawaii Procurement Office
• State of Hawaii, Dept. of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DoT DBE)
LONG RANGE ACQUISITION ESTIMATES BY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING AGENCIES • Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Hawai’i, SBP Antonia “Tony” Anderson
• Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific, SBP Jayme Nagao
• Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Pearl Harbor, SBP Ryan Kanda
• Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC/KH), JBPHH, SBP Ailie Souriolle
• 766th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron, JBPHH, SBP Roberta Ross
• 413th Contract Supporting Brigade, WAAF, SBP Charles Allen
• Army Corps of Engineers, TBD
LUNCH & NETWORKING
MATCHMAKING SESSIONS

Future of Work 2024
2023-10-30 07:30 - 12:00 | Sheraton Waikiki, 2255 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, VA, 96815, United States
Amidst global trends like AI, gig economy or post-COVID impacts, how can your organization prepare for the uncertainty of a changing landscape?
In partnership with the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Workforce Development Council and the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, we invite you to register for the inaugural Future of Work 2024 Conference. This half-day conference will feature workforce insights and forecasts from leaders in Hawaii’s top seven employment sectors:
Tourism
Defense
Construction
Health Care
Technology
Energy
Public Sector
During this conference, you will hear from dynamic speakers in each sector as they present in-demand occupations and forecast their growth potential and workforce development needs. This annual event aims to provide an integrated approach to sharing job outlook information across our major employment sectors in Hawaii.
Admission
$45 Chamber Member/ Educator/Non-Profit
$55 General Public
$65 Walk-In Registration
$30 Virtual Attendance (Live-Stream)

Keeping your business safe from Cyber Threats
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
FREE WEBINAR…REGISTER TODAY!
It seems like every day we read about new cyber threats. No organization is immune. Despite their best efforts, even well-known organizations such as the University of Hawai‘i, Hawai‘i Department of Health and Aloha Nursing Rehab Center have become victims.
Cyber threats can impact businesses of any size and the threat actors have become extremely sophisticated. It is no longer a question of if you’ll be impacted, but when.
As a small business, you can mount a robust cyber defense to protect your company and the sensitive information of your customers from ransomware and other emerging threats.
In this webinar, you’ll learn about:
– Who regulates cyber security
– Why it’s important to comply
– How to manage risk by prioritizing your investment in security controls
– Why it’s critical to involve human resources in cybersecurity
– When cyber insurance may be appropriate
– What your next steps should be

Contracting in Construction
2023-11-15 12:00 - 18:30 | Prince Waikiki Hotel, 100 Holomoana Street, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Connect with small businesses working in the defense industry at the upcoming Contracting in Construction event on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 from 12 – 6:30 p.m. at the Prince Waikiki Hotel hosted by the Hawaii Defense Alliance and Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. Attendees will be informed of ongoing and upcoming projects learn about the many construction opportunities the Dept. of Defense has to offer, sign up for one-on-one sessions and enjoy a pau hana reception.
Hear from the following speakers:
Introduction & Welcome Remarksw
Jason Chung, HDA
Dane Wicker, Deputy Director, State Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
Contracting Mechanisms
Bernice Glenn, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation
Keynote
BG Gavin J. Gardner, USARMY INDOPACOM
DoD Leadership Panel
Col. Jeremy W. Beaven, USMC Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Base Hawaii
LTC Joseph Kendall, Deputy District Commander, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
CDR Jason Christensen, Operations Officer, NAVFAC Hawaii
Contracting Officers
Ann Saki-Eli, Contracting Officer-Construction Branch, NAVFAC Pacific
Katherine Freeman, NAVFAC Hawaii
Primes Panel
Wyeth Matsubara, Vice President, Nan Inc.
Cedric Ota, Vice President, Hawaiian Dredging
Iain Wood, CEO, Pacific Shipyards International, LLC
View the agenda and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/contracting-in-construction
Tickets
General Admission $80*
Government $55*
Day of Ticket/At the Door $110*
*Does not include Eventbrite fees

Hawaii Corporate Security Symposium
2023-12-06 | University of Hawaii at Manoa
Please join your private and public sector colleagues at the Hawaii Corporate Security Symposium on December 6, 2023, at the University of Hawaii, East-West Center at Manoa Campus, 601 E West Rd, Honolulu, HI 96848. The Hawaii Corporate Security Symposium is open to personnel in the private sector, state, and local government, as well as personnel supporting the homeland security mission. The Hawaii Corporate Security Symposium will feature speakers from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, other U.S. Government entities, state, and local agencies, as well as the private sector. Speakers at this day-long event will address a wide range of homeland security topics including:
-Threats to Critical Infrastructure
-Geopolitics and the International Security Risks to Global Businesses
-Disaster Ready: Preparation and Recovery
-Building Organizational Resilience
-Transnational Organized Crime
-Tackling the Next Frontier: “Artificial Intelligence”
-Cyber Incident Response
The Hawaii Corporate Security Symposium is jointly facilitated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Intelligence and Analysis, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and is hosted by CyberHawaii.
Please note this event is closed to the media. Attendance is free; however, pre-registration is mandatory. Walk-ins will NOT be admitted.

HTDC Holiday Tech Job Fair: Engineering, Tech, and Defense
2023-12-21 16:00 - 20:00 | Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
The Holiday Tech Job Fair is back! Recruit top tech talent, showcase your company, products, and services to hundreds of tech enthusiasts who are eager to learn, grow, and work in the engineering, tech and defense industry. You will have the chance to meet and engage with potential candidates for full-time, part-time, or internship positions.
Hawaii businesses and leaders, this is an excellent opportunity to hire technology, engineering, and defense candidates for jobs, internships, and apprenticeships. Some of the participating organizations include: Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard; First Hawaiian Bank; Bishop & Co.; EO Solutions; Department of Transportation; Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism; Department of Hawaiian Homelands; and many more. Hawaii businesses looking to participate in the job fair are welcome to sign up by 12 PM on November 30th, 2023 at www.htdc.org or email umma@htdc.org.

Contracting in IT/Cybersecurity
2024-01-11 12:00 - 18:30 | Prince Waikiki Hotel, 100 Holomoana Street, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
The Hawaii Defense Alliance invites you to its Contracting in IT/Cybersecurity on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 at the Prince Waikiki Hotel from 12:00 – 6:30 p.m. Connect with local businesses and hear from panels who will speak to the opportunities within the defense industries. The event will feature panel discussions, one-on-one sessions and a pau hana reception. Lunch, pau hana reception (drinks no host), and parking is included. To participate as an exhibitor, please contact Jenny Lee at jenny@ponochawaii.com.

Keynote
Donald (DB) Brown, Deputy U.S. Army Pacific Operations Director
Warfighters Requirements
MSgt John Goodhile, Communications Directorate (SOJ6), Special Operations Command Pacific
GSA/FEDSIM Discussion and Pipeline
Jim Piché, Director, AAS Defense, Global Sector
Wes DeWalt, Indo-Pacific Division Director, AAS Defense, Global Sector
Mike Skorney, Acquisition Director, AAS Defense, Global Sector
Primes Panel
Booz Allen Hamilton, HII, SMX

Presentations: 2024-01-11 Contracting in IT_FINAL (1)_2

Register Now!
General Admission $80*
Government $55*
Day of Ticket/At the Door $110*
*Does not include Eventbrite fee
Purchase tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/contracting-in-itcybersecurity-tickets

Government Contracting: Analyzing Solicitations & Writing Proposals
2024-01-17 11:30 - 2024-01-18 13:00 | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Learn How to Write Proposals for Federal Contracts
-If your business is federally certified, the next step is learning how to bid on federal contracts.
-Learn about the alphabet soup of contracting: RFIs, RFPs, IDIQs, MATOC, and more.
-This two-day workshop on January 17 and 18 is offered by the Enterprising Women of Color at the YWCA Oʻahu.
Two-day workshop
Thursdays [11:30 am – 1:00 pm HST]
Class Dates:
Wednesday, January 17, Part I
RFI & Capture/Proposal Preparation
-Understanding when to prepare
-How to prepare
-Government Intentions
-Information gathering
-PWIN
Thursday, January 18, Part II
Types of Solicitations
-Technical aspects of solicitation review
-Matrix creation
-Proposal Strategies
-Technical writing
Each meeting is a 90-minute virtual workshop session via Zoom
Deadline to register is Monday, January 15 or until class is full, 12:00 pm HST. 15 participants maximum.
For more information visit https://form.jotform.com/232759031816155

2024 NOAA Small Business Industry Day Hosted by NHOA
2024-01-23 08:00 - 16:00 | Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
For the first time, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s Small Business Industry Day will be held in Honolulu, Hawaii. The 2024 NOAA Small Business Industry Day will provide attendees with unprecedented access to NOAA leadership, program managers, contract managers, and prime contractors. If you are interested in learning more about how to work with NOAA, what contract opportunities NOAA has coming up, as well as building relationships with potential teaming partners, register today for Industry Day, as spots are limited!
Small Business Industry Day Agenda (Tentative)
7:30 – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast & Networking
9:00 a.m.: Opening Remarks
9:15 – 11:00 a.m.: NOAA Program Office Presentations
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.: Small Business Award Presentations
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Networking Break
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (and Keynote Speaker)
1:15 – 3:15 p.m.: Breakout Sessions
3:15 – 4:30 p.m.: Open Networking
Lodging
To reserve a hotel room at the Ala Moana Hotel under our group rate, please visit:
https://book.passkey.com/e/50654731
For more information about this event, including Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Shannon Edie at shannon@nhoassociation.org.

Informal Round Table with the SBA: WOSB and other Government Certifications
2024-01-25 09:00 - 11:00 | SBA Hawaii Office, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 1-306 (Building 1, 3rd Floor), Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
January 25: Federal Contracts for Women-Owned Businesses
Please join the Enterprising Women of Color Business Center (EWOC) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) for an informal round table discussion about WOSB and other government certifications.
-Government certifications have helped hundreds of small businesses in Hawaiʻi grow and they could be right for you.
-Learn more at this informal round table discussion with Mary Dale, an economic development specialist with the Small Business Administration-Hawaiʻi.
-Mahalo to the Enterprising Women of Color at the YWCA Oʻahu for organizing this round table.
Bring your questions!
Deadline to register is, Monday, January 23, 12:00 pm HST, or until we reach 25 participants.
Where: SBA Hawaii Office, Conference Room
500 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 1-306
(Building 1, 3rd Floor)
Parking: Waterfront Plaza parking structure
Facilitator:
Mary Dale, Economic Development Specialist with the SBA Hawaii office.

2024 Market Conditions & Challenges for Government Contractors Presented by Deltek
2024-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Elevated inflation, rising interest rates, funding uncertainty and increasing compliance requirements. These are a few of the things that government contractors navigated in FY 2023. As the calendar flips on the year, 2024 looks to usher in an improved economic outlook but with no shortage of uncertainty around agency funding and political issues. Join us for this webinar where Kevin Plexico, SVP Information Solutions for Deltek will give an update on the market conditions government contractors find themselves facing in 2024.
We will cover several topics including:
* AA brief 2023 year in review, examining federal contract spending trends, key events that changed the shape of the government contracting market and the impacts to small businesses.
*The state of 2024 appropriations with some agencies’ funding expiring in January and others in February
*The evolving economic outlook with inflation in check and a favorable outlook on declining interest rates
*Inflection points in the upcoming presidential elections
*The compliance, regulatory and legislative environment including the details of the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Artificial Intelligence policies and other increasing compliance requirements
*Update on small business policies and court rulings and their impact on the industry
*Major procurements to watch
SPEAKER:
*Kevin Plexico, SVP Information Solutions, Deltek

2024 Market Conditions & Challenges for Government Contractors
2024-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual

2024 Engineers Week Kick-off Luncheon
2024-02-20 11:30 - 13:30 | Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kālia Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
2024 ENGINEERS WEEK KICK-OFF LUNCHEON
February 20, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm HST
Hale Koa Hotel | Waikiki Ballroom
Presentation:
Navy Closure Task Force Red Hill
(NCTF-RH)
Guest Speaker:
RDML Marc F. Williams, CEC, USN
Deputy Commander
Naupaka Buffet Luncheon Cost:
$80 (SAME Members and Non-Members)
$60 (Active Military Personnel or Government Civilians)
Please RSVP NLT Wednesday, February 14, 2023 (12 am).
Please contact Nick Wood with any questions or concerns.
Nick.Wood@arcadis.com, 808.522.0342 (o), 602.377.7188 (m)

2024 Pacific Operational Science & Technology (POST) Conference
2024-03-04 08:00 - 2024-03-07 17:00 | Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Join NDIA and the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command for the 2024 Pacific Operational Science & Technology (POST) Conference as we examine the theme, Posturing for Tomorrow – Partnered / Positioned / Prepared. This groundbreaking event promises to deliver an unparalleled platform for collaboration, innovation, and exploration of Department of Defense (DoD) opportunities for joint research, development, and experimentation.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
-Collaborative Engaging Workshops – Be captivated by workshops that will push the boundaries of knowledge and foster new ideas. Engage with fellow experts in your field as you delve into the most pressing challenges and emerging trends in the Indo-Pacific region.
-Unique Networking Experiences – Rub shoulders with renowned scientists, esteemed academia, influential industry stakeholders, and visionary government leaders. Forge connections that have the potential to shape the future!
-POST Field Experimentation (POST FX) – The POST FX provides an opportunity for Field Experimentation by Academia, Agency, and Industry as a critical step in the acceleration of Innovation to address expressed needs. Previous targets for innovation include Biotechnology, Quantum Science, Future Generation Wireless Technology, Trusted Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy, and more!
-Exhibit Hall – Visit more than 50 industry companies showcasing their cutting-edge technologies and services. Explore the latest advancements, witness groundbreaking demonstrations, and engage in thought-provoking conversations with the brightest minds in the industry.**
This premier event hosts the Indo-Pacific’s foremost experts in science, technology, and security who gather to better understand and address the critical issues and challenges of the region. Moreover, this conference encourages academia, industry and government leaders to envision near-term solutions to such challenges. The event will also showcase prototyping and experimentation in support of joint fires, information advantage, contested logistics and other joint warfighting challenges.
POST 2024 is not to be missed! This is your chance to be at the forefront of operational science and technology, to collaborate with the industry’s finest, and to shape the future of this dynamic field. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity.
NOTE: NDIA does not sell attendee lists with contact information to third parties. Please be aware that any solicitations you receive claiming to have this information are phishing scams. If you receive any solicitations of this nature, please contact an NDIA team member.
**The exhibit hall is a separate event to POST 2024 and is hosted exclusively by NDIA. USINDOPACOM does not support or endorse the exhibit hall event.
NDIA has a policy of strict compliance with federal and state antitrust laws. The antitrust laws prohibit competitors from engaging in actions that could result in an unreasonable restraint of trade. Consequently, NDIA members must avoid discussing certain topics when they are together – both at formal association membership, board, committee, and other meetings and in informal contacts with other industry members: prices, fees, rates, profit margins, or other terms or conditions of sale (including allowances, credit terms, and warranties); allocation of markets or customers or division of territories; or refusals to deal with or boycotts of suppliers, customers or other third parties, or topics that may lead participants not to deal with a particular supplier, customer or third party.

How to Maintain HUBZone Status and Navigate the HUBZone Program
2024-03-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual
The HUBZone program is a fantastic opportunity to gain a competitive advantage and potentially leverage your small business location if it is designated as a Historically Underutilized Business Zone, but maintaining HUBZone status and navigating the HUBZone program is not necessarily easy.
In this webinar, GovContractPros Director, Contract Administration Trevor Skelly and Softek Global Services CEO Jerrod Mallinger will share insights on how to overcome challenges and maintain compliance in HUBZone.
In this webinar you will learn:
-Essential requirements to maintain compliance
-Unique rules for concerns owned by Tribal Governments
-Best practices for documenting “attempts to maintain” status
-Human Resources best practices for hiring HUBZone employees
-and more!
