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Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
