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Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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
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
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 Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
LÄ«poa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
