About Us
The Business Development & Support Division (BDSD) promotes industry development and diversification in Hawaiʻi by supporting existing and emerging industries; attracting new investment and businesses that can create more high-skilled, quality jobs in the State; increasing exports of Hawaiʻi products and services; expanding Hawaiʻi’s participation in global trade and commerce; and by supporting small business and community-based organizations.
Programs for Businesses
Support for Hawaiʻi businesses and organizations.
News & Events
Discover the latest updates, upcoming events, and important announcements.
HiSTEP 2025: US Commercial Service & American Chambers of Commerce – Excellent Export Resources
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:00pm to 4:00pm, Hawaii Time (Virtual Session)
Exporting to Taiwan from Hawaii
Thursday, August 25, 2024, 3:00PM – 4:00PM HST (Virtual Session)
DBEDT Encourages Hawaiʻi Small Business To Complete Federal Reserve’s 2024 Small Business Credit Survey
Small Businesses Are Vital to the U.S. Economy, Yet Comprehensive Data on Their Financing Needs and Challenges Remain Scarce.
13th Annual Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair Returns to Empower Local Entrepreneuers on September 28
While the Fair is Free to Attend, Space in Each Class is Limited and Registration is Required by September 25, 2024.
SBA Awards Cyber Assistance Grant to DBEDT
DBEDT Has Been Awarded a $936,000 Grant From the U.S. Small Business Administration Cybersecurity for Small Business Pilot Program.
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Starting a Business in Hawaiʻi
Want to start a business? The decision to start a business is an exciting one! But it’s often a decision that brings a lot of questions as well.
BDSD is here to assist you by providing information and links to available resources that all small businesses should become familiar with.