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Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Business Action Center has resources for starting a business, searching for an existing business, and information/forms about business registration
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
LÄ«poa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MÄlama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
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.
