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
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business 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
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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 Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
