Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
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
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.