Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
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.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii