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NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
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
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
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.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
