NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Education programs and opportunities
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority 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
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.