Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
You are ready to start your business
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.