This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Options for funding your business
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.