Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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Services available to businesses in Maui County
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
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
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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 Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
