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Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.