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Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
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
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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.
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
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
