Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Options for funding your business
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
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.
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
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.