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Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
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
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
