IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Education programs and opportunities
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
The PDF explains a loan program for small farms. It’s easy to apply and offers up to $50,000 for starting or improving a farm. Great for small business owners in farming.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.