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Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
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.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
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.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
