Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
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
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.