(San Antonio, TX) – Namauu Technological & Industrial (NTI), a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned, military veteran operated, cybersecurity and engineering firm announced it was approved by the US Small Business Administration (SBA) for “Native Owned” 8(a) status. Also unofficially referred to as a “Super 8(a)”, the program’s unique requirements for participation also provide participants like NTI distinct advantages in the government procurement process such as significantly higher thresholds for direct awards of up to $100M as well as numerous others.

The firms founder and CEO Dr. Kekai Namauu stated he was “extremely excited about the firms entrance into the Native 8(a) program and the chance to leverage his years of cyber experience to provide value driven, battle-tested solutions to the government.” Riding aggressively on the heels of receiving the status, NTI is currently pursuing opportunities in cyber, engineering, and training areas individually as well as through strategic partnerships and joint ventures.