Hawaii Technology Development Corporation - HTDC

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Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is a state agency established by the Hawaii State Legislature in 1983 to facilitate the development and growth of Hawaii's commercial high technology industry.

Applications for Blue Startups Cohort 18 are open! Blue Startups is a Hawai’i based accelerator with a proven track reco...
05/07/2026

Applications for Blue Startups Cohort 18 are open! Blue Startups is a Hawai’i based accelerator with a proven track record of empowering early-stage startups, providing them with invaluable resources, mentorship, and access to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
12 week intensive program (July 20 - October 9)
A network of more than 250 mentors reaching from Asia to Silicon Valley.

- One-on-one assigned lead mentor based on sector experience
- Up to $250,000 in direct investment
- Access to 400+ investor network

Specific sectors we are interested in include: SaaS / AI, Travel, Sustainability, Ocean

Specific founders we are focused on: Hawaii-based or Hawaii connected, Female founders

Deadline to apply is May 15th. For more information and to submit your application go to bluestartups.com/apply

Happening this week!!  In-person sessions on all islands. Register: https://luma.com/AISafetyHawaiiFREE WORKSHOPS ON AI!...
04/27/2026

Happening this week!! In-person sessions on all islands. Register: https://luma.com/AISafetyHawaii

FREE WORKSHOPS ON AI! Join us for a week-long series of workshops for adults, seniors, tech professionals and everyone who is curious about current capability of AI and where it’s headed.

Learn about AI enabled scam and fraud – and how to stay safe. Grasp what AI can currently do, and what we’re trending towards.

Gain foundational knowledge on AI so you can develop an informed opinion, and help decide how AI affects YOU

Multiple Sessions Every Day from April 27- May 1st – OAHU, MAUI, HAWAI’I ISLAND, KAUA’I

https://luma.com/AISafetyHawaii

… and special shoutout to Miki Vericella from Hawai’i island for coming over for this event and sharing their story!!  😃...
04/26/2026

… and special shoutout to Miki Vericella from Hawai’i island for coming over for this event and sharing their story!! 😃🫶🐶

04/25/2026

Mahalo to our presenters and attendees for a great HTDC Showcase last night! We appreciate everyone for coming out to support local manufacturing.

Meet the makers shaping Hawaiʻi’s future. Join us on April 24 as HTDC supported companies share how they’re innovating, ...
03/30/2026

Meet the makers shaping Hawaiʻi’s future. Join us on April 24 as HTDC supported companies share how they’re innovating, creating local jobs, and building a stronger manufacturing community through the PechaKucha format. 🌺⚙️

Connect with them, explore their work, and enjoy product samples!

📍 Entrepreneurs Sandbox | 5:30–7:30 PM
✅ Registration required | htdc.org/events

Chief of War is coming to East Meets West on April 9 in Honolulu!Paʻa Sibbett created the Apple TV+ series Chief of War,...
03/18/2026

Chief of War is coming to East Meets West on April 9 in Honolulu!

Paʻa Sibbett created the Apple TV+ series Chief of War, bringing the story of the unification of the Hawaiian Islands to a global audience through a Native Hawaiian perspective.

On April 9 at the Sheraton Waikiki, Paʻa will be joined by producer Angela Laprete and legendary waterman and cultural advisor Brian Keaulana to discuss bringing Chief of War from concept to Apple TV+ and the responsibility of telling Hawaiian history with cultural authenticity.

Join the conversation on April 9th. Get your tickets today! Use code EMWPROMO for 25% off. [https://luma.com/v4yp3z7x]

You can also visit our www.htdc.org/events website for EMW event details and registration!

East Meets West 2026 is set to take you to the next level! What we’re excited about this year:Keynote speakers include -...
03/13/2026

East Meets West 2026 is set to take you to the next level! What we’re excited about this year:

Keynote speakers include
-Tim Draper (with a live filming of Meet the Drapers),
-Tey Bannerman (Human-centered AI), and -Chris Yeh (Blitzscaling author)

Overarching Theme: Being Human in the age of Artificial Intelligence

Panel Discussions: Ocean Tech, Aerospace, Chief of War, and Entertainment & Tech Startup World Cup pitch competition - $1M investment prize

Roundtable discussions and VC one-on-one opportunities for founders

April 8-9 in Honolulu, Hawaii

Tickets and info at www.emwhawaii.com (use promo code EMWPROMO for 25% off conference tickets)

See you there!

03/03/2026

Hawaii Business 2026 20 for the next 20! Big congratulations to our Director & CEO, Trung Lam! Your leadership, innovation, and commitment to growing Hawaiʻi’s tech ecosystem continue to make a real impact. Well deserved… and just getting started! 🔥

Great to have HTDC join the 26th Annual Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards presented by the Hawaii Venture Capital Association o...
02/27/2026

Great to have HTDC join the 26th Annual Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards presented by the Hawaii Venture Capital Association on Wednesday and connect with so many folks who are building and investing in Hawaiʻi’s innovation ecosystem.

A big congratulations to Onebrief, this year’s Deal of the Year Award winner! Our Executive Director, Trung Lam, had the honor of presenting the award in recognition of the team’s incredible work and momentum.

Moments like these are always a good reminder that behind every deal are people, partnerships, and a shared effort to grow opportunities for local talent and companies here at home.

Looking forward to continuing the work to support founders and strengthen Hawaiʻi’s tech economy together

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HTDC is seeking marketing assistance to rebrand and support the agency in helping to market programs,events, and initiat...
02/12/2026

HTDC is seeking marketing assistance to rebrand and support the agency in helping to market programs,
events, and initiatives. For more details visit our htdc.org website: https://www.htdc.org/resources/procurement-opportunities/ solicitation will close on March 10th @ 2pm. Download and follow instructions to offer a proposal response.

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521 Ala Moana Boulevard
Honolulu, HI
96813

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(808) 539-3806

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