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Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
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
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
