Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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You have launched your business and are looking for growth.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Registry of businesses on LanaŹ»i
MÄlama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses 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.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
