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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.