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
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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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
