Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Education programs and opportunities
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.