This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
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You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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 Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
