Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
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.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.