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Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
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
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
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.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
