Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Education programs and opportunities
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered 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
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.