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Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
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.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
