Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.