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Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
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
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
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
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
