oUR NEWS

The workshop will provide attendees with a detailed overview of the 8(a) program so they know what to expect as they pursue the program and how to properly prepare for the application process and ongoing compliance. To simplify the complex program, Holomua will address the following four main areas during this workshop:

• Benefits of the Program;
• Eligibility Requirements;
• Application Process; and,
• Maintaining Compliance Post-Certification.

​
To provide added value, attendees will have the ability to schedule a complimentary in-depth eligibility analysis with Holomua Consulting Group where they can ask questions and determine whether the 8(a) program is the right fit for them.

Click on the following link to get more information and to register for the workshop: https://insandoutsofsba8aprogramjan2018.eventbrite.com 

On Wednesday, October 18 from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m., Holomua Consulting Group will be hosting a workshop on the SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program at our office located at the Airport Industrial Park.  This is a great opportunity for anyone that has/is considering the 8(a) program or is currently working toward getting their company ready to apply for the program.
​
Attendees of this workshop will receive a detailed overview of the 8(a) program including:​

• Benefits of the program;
• Eligibility requirements;
• Application process;
• Maintaining compliance post-certification.

As an added benefit, attendees will have the ability to schedule a complimentary in-depth eligibility analysis with Holomua Consulting Group in order to determine whether the 8(a) program is the right fit for their business.

For more information or to register for this workshop:  https://insandoutsofsba8aprogram.eventbrite.com

​Holomua Consulting Group, in conjunction with Bidspeed and GSA Focus, will be hosting an all-day seminar on November 2, 2016 at our office, which will provide hands-on support to assist your business with developing:

• A government business strategy
• Detailed opportunity identification filters
• Competitor analytics and specific market forecast
• Business development process and pipeline development
• GSA schedule overview and proposal development

​We are very fortunate to have our mainland-based strategic partners Bidspeed and GSA Focus in Hawaii for this one-day seminar.  Both organizations are very experienced in their respective areas, which are focused on government contracting.  The cost of this seminar is $150 and includes breakfast and lunch.  

For more information or to register for this seminar, please visit: http://ow.ly/7vo8305hgei

Holomua Consulting Group is pleased to announce "Coffee Talk for Government Contractors," a monthly get together for federal contractors.  "Coffee Talk" is an open and informal forum for individuals and businesses to network and discuss various topics related to federal government contracting.  Each month we will feature a different speaker who will present a topic within their area of practice or expertise.  Registration is limited to 25 people. 

Sarah's internship with our company is through the Kāpili ʻOihana Internship Program (KOIP), a program administered and coordinated by Kamehameha Schools.  According to their website, KOIP "is designed to streamline access for organizations to college students in the most cost efficient and cost effective manner and to create a pipeline of talent for future workforce."  

KOIP supports a project-based learning approach and so we've worked with Sarah to create what we hope will provide her with a meaningful project to work on over the Summer related to marketing for small businesses. In the few weeks that she has been with us, Sarah has already added tremendous value to our operations.

Holomua Consulting Group is proud to be a KOIP site and we encourage other businesses to consider signing up to be a KOIP site next summer.  More information on the program can be found on the program website which can be reached by clicking HERE.

Welcome Sarah!

In order to: (1) provide you with the information you really want; (2) make that information accessible to others; and (3) accomplish those things in an interactive format, we've decided to launch our very first Office Hours.  

What It Is:  HCG Office Hours is a 1-hour live Q&A session done via webinar.

When:  Thursday, March 24, 2016 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time.

Who:  Our Team (Shannon, Daphne & Kanoe) and YOU!

Topic:  Small business contracting programs such as the 8(a) Business Development, WOSB/EDWOSB, HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs.  Examples include:  what does it mean to be economically disadvantaged, how can these programs benefit me, how long is the application process for the 8(a) program and much more!

How It Works:   Submit your questions in advance via email at info@holomuaconsulting.com or when you register for our Office Hours and we will answer them during the webinar.   We will also be taking questions during the live webinar.

We hope to see you online on March 24!  

Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) International is a member-based, non-profit organization that helps members advance information technology, communications and electronics capabilities. AFCEA Hawaii is made up of over 750 members representing the military, federal government, and industry.

For more information on AFCEA International, click HERE. For more information on AFCEA Hawaii, click HERE.