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Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
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
