Resources to Move your Business Forward
Overview
All companies need help at various stages of their company. Whether it is developing a winning business strategy, product development, expansion or finding the right service provider, HTDC has a program to help. HTDC staff has a variety of business, technical and manufacturing experience.
Incubating Innovation
Overview
HTDC offers a variety of services to help grow a company from startup to beyond product launch. Our incubator facilities offer low cost office and coworking space, HTDC offers mentoring, educational programs and access to resources to grow your business. Dozens of clients have successfully graduated from incubation and moved into spaces of their own.
Giving Manufacturers a Competitive Edge
Overview
Hawaii manufacturers have access to national manufacturing programs, technical assistance, and operational assistance through HTDC’s INNOVATE Hawaii program. INNOVATE Hawaii has access to a national network of Manufacturing Extension Partnership Centers to provide the latest techniques to keep companies globally competitive. The INNOVATE team works with all sizes and types of manufacturers – No project is too small or too large. Become a premier client and have ongoing access to the program advisors.
Preferred Providers
Overview
If you are looking for an accountant, lawyer, HR professional or other expert to help your company, the HTDC Preferred Provider Network gives you access to organizations that have been vetted by HTDC. As a state agency we cannot recommend a specific company, however, the companies listed have been interviewed to ensure their services are relevant to startups.
A ffiliate Service Provider Listing
Business Development & Strategic Planning
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Lakeview ConsultingGrant writing services, including training, proposal review, grant research, grant management and grant writing services for the manufacturing community.
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Monarch Insurance Services, Inc.Contact: Nathaniel KinneyCommercial insurance: General Liability, Property, Bonding, Errors and Omissions, Cyber Liability, and Workers Compensation, D&O.
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Venture Consulting, LLCAssist startups or intrapreneurial ventures with business development and strategy on executive level, Venture Financing.
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Alpha Global Partners LLCAdvisory services for telecommunications, broadband, IT infrastructure, Network and Systems and Media/Broadcast clients.
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Attitude & Response Management Systems (A&RMS)Contact: Denny McDonoughCoaching, training, consulting, and presenting in a comfortable hands on learning setting where skills and content are delivered and practiced
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Vino Mehta and Associates, Inc.Contact: Vino MehtaProvide guidance on productivity improvement and competitiveness by improving profitability , growth and innovation.
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Know-how ConsultingProject and program management, product development, strategy and porfolio management, virtual teams, operations scaling
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Sales and marketing of technology-based products & services: Semiconductors, nanotechnology, MEMS, PV, Cleantech, alternative energy, biopharma,software. -
HRD ConsultingContact: Helen ChoOperations to streamline workflow, branding and vision to identify company values and business model, authenticity in business strategy.
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Reg Baker & CompanyBusiness Development support and training for companies and their owners/managers. Assisting with general support in all areas of company's operations.
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UH Pacific Business Center ProgramBusiness related services including: business plan development, market research, financial analysis, management reviews, operations analysis
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3D Innovations3D CAD, Engineering Design/Drafting, 3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, 3D Scanning, 2D to 3D Conversion, Production Manufacturing Sourcing, Product Development, Packaging Design
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Maui VenturesBusiness development and planning including market research, feasibility analysis, financial projections, business presentations, strategic planning, team development, financing strategy and fundraising. Developing an expertise in the use of linked data or the semantic web.
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Raymond M. Riss & AssociatesContact: Raymond M. RissBusiness plan development, marketing consulting and budgeting & expense management
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Providing market research, financial projections, feasibility studies, business development and operations advice to existing and start-up businesses. -
Leadership and personal development, Human Resources, Finance, Entrepreneurship
HR & Employee Benefits
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Alpha Global Travel Services LLCFull service corporate and retail travel company
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Fresh Leadership LLCExecutive coaching, leadership consulting & strategic planning for leaders in a variety of market sectors.
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Insight Consulting and Training LLCConsulting & Training — Leadership development, team building, talent development, generational differences, strategic assessments & planning
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PPR Management Services LLCFocus on strategic planning, business operations and executive coaching
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Human resources solutions: Health benefits managemetn, workers' comp, payroll, regulatory compliance & risk managment, safety and management training. -
simplicityHR by ALTRESHR solutions to include payroll administration, workers' compensation coverage, human resources support and compliance, health care coverage, employee benefit plans, management and staff training. View video for more info: www.simplicityHR.com/movie
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The Hawaii GroupThe Hawaii Group provides a full suite of Customized HR solutions including: HR Administration, Health Benefits Management, Payroll Administration, Worker’s Compensation, Safety and Risk Management, Supplemental Employee Benefits, Regulatory Compliance and more.
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Talent HR SolutionsHuman Resource Administration; Payroll; Career Placement.
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Reg Baker & CompanyBusiness Development support and training for companies and their owners/managers. Assisting with general support in all areas of company's operations.
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PSH Insurance, Inc.Employee benefits brokerage and consulting
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Leadership and personal development, Human Resources, Finance, Entrepreneurship
Marketing and Public Relations
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Marketing, (collateral, branding, sales force development, planning), Website and/or Development. -
OcupopDesign and marketing consulting to include brand strategy, print and digital collateral, environments, interiors and consumer products
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Sales and marketing of technology-based products & services: Semiconductors, nanotechnology, MEMS, PV, Cleantech, alternative energy, biopharma,software.
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Grant writing, marketing and public relations copy. -
Auriga MarketingMarketing, social media and communication consulting services
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HRD ConsultingContact: Helen ChoOperations to streamline workflow, branding and vision to identify company values and business model, authenticity in business strategy.
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Videography, advertising, branding, and marketing. All digital media including content creation, design, and full web services. -
Consulting and training for federal contracts, government contractor compliance, small business set-aside contracting programs, human resources, contract administration. -
Strategic Marketing Innovations, Inc.Government relations and assist with Fed SBIR Phase III proposals
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The CONSILIO GroupFederal Government lobbying, legislation development and strategy consulting with focus on fundraising on behalf of companies and organizations.
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Raymond M. Riss & AssociatesContact: Raymond M. RissBusiness plan development, marketing consulting and budgeting & expense management
Computer Network, Telcom
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Servpac, Inc.VOIP Business phone service
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Opihi Net, LLCComputer and network systems integration. Web design and/or development
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Lim Pacific IncorporatedProvide businesses and non-profits an integrated and pro-active IT management and support solution. This includes desktop and server management, network and asset management, ticketing and help-desk support (on-site & remote), and back-end systems support. Also, LPI provides technology planning, evaluation, security assessment and IT-related project management.
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Intech provides network installation and comprehensive support services for businesses throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Functioning as an outsourced IT department, Intech handles anything related to a business network: servers, workstations, handheld devices, network fax, routers, firewalls, and most importantly –helping users comfortably and confidently use technology. Intech’s offering also includes long term planning, strategic consulting, online backup, mail security, network security and regulatory compliance (PCI DSS, HIPAA etc.). Whether you need ongoing IT support for an existing network or help moving your business to the Cloud, Intech is the right choice.
Financial Management & General Accounting
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Schlissel and Associates LLCContact: Alan M. SchlisselTax planning and tax return preparation for high technology and energy related businesses, accounting and bookeeping services for businesses.
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Montgomery PacificGeneral accounting and bookkeeping services, preparation of financial statements and reports, dual-use and grant accounting
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CFO Hawaii LLCContact: David LaehaHandle all aspects of business building, safeguards, controls, financing, legal review, system selection and implementations, reporting, budgeting, analysis, valuations, mergers, acquisitions, incentive plans.
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Reg Baker & CompanyBusiness Development support and training for companies and their owners/managers. Assisting with general support in all areas of company's operations.
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UH Pacific Business Center ProgramBusiness related services including: business plan development, market research, financial analysis, management reviews, operations analysis
Legal
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David R. Preston & Associates, APCIntellectual Property law specializing in the areas of biotechnology and high technology. Will work with other technologies as appropriate.
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John P. Wooldridge, Esq.Contact: John WoolridgePatent application preparation and prosecution in physics and particularly in Laser Electro-optics.
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MigrationCounsel.comWorking visas for high-skilled employees, mobility and permanent residence for key executives and technical staff.
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The Law Office of Gregory A. FerrenIntellectual Property, Contracts & Agreements, Registration, Small Business Formation, Copyright/Trademarks.
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Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel, LLPContact Michael J. O'Malley for corporate, entity formation, and tax issues; Walter Coronel for intellectual property services; Richard L. Sherman, for non-legal strategic business planning services; Johnathan C. Bolton for business law, licensing, strategic asset acquisitions and corporate finance and restructuring; Gregory H. Nasky for securities counseling; Lisa A. Bail for environmental matters; Peter T. Kashiwa or Alan S. Fujimoto for international, immigration & real estate services; Carolyn K. Wong for labor and employment compliance; Lisa W. Munger for litigation; Audrey E.J. Ng for infrastructure and public utilities projects; and, Judy Y. Lee for trusts and estate planning.
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Nancy N. Grekin, Attorney at LawContact: Nancy N. GrekinCorporate and Real Estate Law
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Legal representation and advice for employers and organizations in the areas of labor, employment, employee benefits, government contracts and grants, and business strategy (including corporate governance; intellectual property rights, transfer, licensing and export controls; and cybersecurity and privacy). Fee structures that fit: fixed rate monthly retainers, flat rate training and products, hourly rates for litigation and advice, all based on the size of your workforce. Training series range from management basics to strategic planning, customized for your organization. Flat rate products include simple entity formation, handbooks, and job descriptions. Contact ES&A Directors and Attorneys Anna Elento-Sneed, Sam Sneed or Trisha Gibo.
Software Development, Website Design
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Full service graphic communications: branding programs, architectural signage, retail packaging, websites. -
Interactive design, UX design, web application development, mobile (iPhone & Android) application development, desktop application development, social media consulting, localization (Japan, China, Korea). -
Marketing, (collateral, branding, sales force development, planning), Website and/or Development.
Service Providers: To be vetted to be a Preferred Provider contact info@htdc.org or call 808-539-3608.
Corporate Legal Assistance
Overview
The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) is dedicated to helping technology companies, small businesses and entrepreneurs. As a community service, HTDC in partnership with the Business Law Corps will offer FREE business law information to all small businesses.
The attorneys are experienced corporate lawyers, and can help you with questions related to: choice of entity, governance, for-profit corporations, LLCs and partnerships. If topics are outside of these disciplines, the BLC may not be able to fully assist, but will provide you with the best guidance (to their knowledge) and refer you to other resources.