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The 2026 Hawaii Small Business Innovation Research Conference on Nov. 6 at the Malcolm Center in Kihei will bring together entrepreneurs, researchers, technology companies, students and federal agency representatives to explore funding opportunities.
Hosted by the Maui Economic Development Board and presented by the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, the conference will focus on federal funding opportunities in the space sector through the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs.
Representatives from NASA, NOAA, the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Navy and other federal agencies are expected to participate.
The conference will feature presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities and one-on-one meetings. Topics will include the federal funding application process, proposal development and strategies for bringing new technologies to market.
Complimentary registration is available for Maui-based faculty and students. Those interested can contact Yosef Onodera at yosef@medb.org.