Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Education programs and opportunities
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening 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
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.