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Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
