USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Options for funding your business
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.