FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Education programs and opportunities
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and 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.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.