Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
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Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
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
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.