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USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
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
