One-Stop-Shop for
Ideating, Planning, Launching, and Growing
Your Business in Maui County
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Bridge built by Citi
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
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Funding, Loans
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Grow
Business.com
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
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Education
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Chase for Business Curating Coaching for Entrepreneurs
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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Education, Services
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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
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Forbes
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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Harvard Business Review
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
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Internal Revenue Service
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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Internal Revenue Service
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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Lānaʻi Chamber of Commerce
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
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Lānaʻi
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Education
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Grow
Maui County Business Resource Center
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
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Idea, Plan
Maui County Business Resource Center
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
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Idea, Launch, Plan
Maui Economic Development Board
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
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Grow, Idea, Launch, Plan
Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO)
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
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Maui County
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Education
Life Cycle
Idea, Plan
Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO)
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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Maui County
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Funding, Loans
Life Cycle
Grow
Maui Food Innovation Center
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
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Launch, Plan
Maui Food Technology Center
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
Life Cycle
Grow, Launch
Mayor’s Office of Economic Development
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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Maui County
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Education, Services
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Grow, Idea, Launch, Plan
National Council of Nonprofit
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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Education
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Plan
nerdwallet
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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NOLO
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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SCORE
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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SCORE
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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Techstars
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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Education
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Idea
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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Exit
U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
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U.S. Small Business Administration
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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Education, Funding, Loans
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United States Patent & Trademark Office
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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Education
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Grow, Plan
University of Hawaii, Maui College Continuing Education
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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Maui County
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Education
Life Cycle
Plan
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
