Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
You are ready to start your business
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.