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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 Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MÄlama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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.
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
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Registry of businesses on LanaŹ»i
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
