Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.