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Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
