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Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small 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.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
