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Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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 Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.