Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Education programs and opportunities
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.