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Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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 County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
