Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
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.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.