Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Options for funding your business
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.