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Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business 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.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
