This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
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You have launched your business and are looking for growth.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
