Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
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
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.