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Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.