Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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 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.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.