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Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
