NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
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
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
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
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.