Stay Open Oʻahu Business Resilience Workshop: Kapolei Hale

A hands-on workshop designed to equip small businesses with practical tools and resources to strengthen business resilience.
About this Event

Stay Open Oʻahu helps small businesses prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters by connecting them to nonprofits, government partners, and support organizations. This City and County of Honolulu program provides disaster preparedness workshops, training, and an online directory of response resources.

The Stay Open Oʻahu Business Resilience Workshop is a two-hour, in-person event for small business leaders, offering participants an opportunity to learn more about the Stay Open Oʻahu program, connect with fellow small businesses, and explore the key components enhancing the resilience of local businesses before, during, and after disruptive events.

Participants will hear a program overview, take part in interactive networking activities, and receive practical planning tools and templates they can use immediately. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a stronger understanding of the Stay Open Oʻahu program, the key actions they can take to enhance their business’ resilience, and the broader ecosystem of tools and organizations helping Oʻahu businesses build resilience.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is intended for leaders from small businesses on Oʻahu who are interested in enhancing their business continuity, preparedness, and resilience efforts. Attendees may include business owners, managers, and others who play a role in helping businesses prepare for and recover from disruptions.

Agenda
Workshop Objectives
Administrative Items
Introductions and Icebreaker
The Basics of Building Small Business Resilience
Networking Activity
The Key Components of Business Resilience
Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks