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SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
