You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
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
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
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.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
