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
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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
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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
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.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
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.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
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.