Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
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.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.