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FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
The MBDA Enterprising Women of Color Business Center provides diverse and dynamic women entrepreneurs with resources, training, counseling and events aimed at facilitating access to contracts and funding for medium-sized minority businesses
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
