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Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
