Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
