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
Education programs and opportunities
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
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
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 Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.