Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
You have launched your business and are looking for growth.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
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.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.