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
Education programs and 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
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
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.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.