Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
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
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs 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.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
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
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
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.
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.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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.