Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
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.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
