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Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
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
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
