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SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a 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 Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
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.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
