Join us for an informational session on Hawaiʻi’s Tax Credit for Research Activities (TCRA)!
Learn how this valuable state incentive can help qualified businesses reduce the cost of research and development activities conducted in Hawaiʻi. This session will provide an overview of eligibility requirements, qualified research expenses, the application process, and certification requirements to help innovative companies maximize available tax benefits. Tax Credit for Research Activities (TCRA) supports technology advancement, product development, and economic growth across Hawaiʻi.
📅 Attend to learn: • Who qualifies for the tax credit
• What research activities and expenses are eligible
• How to successfully complete the application process
• Recent program requirements and compliance considerations
Whether you’re a startup, growing technology company, or established business investing in innovation, this session can help you better understand how to leverage Hawaiʻi’s R&D tax incentives.
The speaker for this session will be David Keliiholokai, Incentives and Exemption Manager, State of Hawaii, DBEDT. David serves as the Incentives and Exemption Manager in the Technology and Film Industry, where he oversees two of Hawaii’s most impactful tax credit programs: the Research & Development Tax Credit and the Hawaii Film Tax Credit. With a strong grasp of legislative frameworks and program administration, David is responsible for developing policies and procedures that ensure each program operates with integrity, compliance, and effectiveness.