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
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Services available to businesses in Maui County
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
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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
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.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
