MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Education programs and opportunities
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in 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
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.