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USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
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.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in 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
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
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
