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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.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in 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
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
