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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
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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