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Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
