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
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
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
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.