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Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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 Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
