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Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
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.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
