Continuing education doesn’t have to be a huge commitment. There are many workshops and online classes happening all the time on various topics. The organizations highlighted below schedule classes monthly and you can sign-up for their email newsletters. All of the classes are free unless otherwise noted.
Maui County Business Resource Center
Press Releases: August 25th @ 9AM HST online
The following will be covered in the workshop:
- What is a Press Release?
- What is its purpose?
- How to write a good one.
- Who to send it to?
- What pitfalls should I be aware of?
Calendar of events for MCBRC click here.
Hawaii SCORE
Business Types and Models that are Recession Resistant: September 20th @ 1PM ETD
You will learn:
- What business trends did we see in past recessions
- What business concepts, types, and models that thrive during economic downturns
- Three key takeaways for your business
2022 Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business: September 29th @ 1PM ETD
In this webinar, you will learn:
- Year-end actions to reduce your 2022 tax bill
- Best business practices to avoid problems with the IRS
- Strategies for potential tax changes still to come
- Necessary actions to get ready for 2023
More seminars from SCORE click here.
Hawaii’s Small Business Development Resource Center
Classes are $15.00
Starting a Business in Hawaii
This is an ongoing class you can sign-up for every month.
- August 24th @ 10AM HST – Start up Assistance
- September 14th @ 9AM HST – Business Basics
- September 28th @ 8:30AM HST – Start up Assistance
Quickbooks and Business: August 31st @ 9AM HST
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
How to Write a Business Plan: September 22nd @ 10AM HST
Topic: Business Basics
More seminars from SBDRC click here.
Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO)
CORE Four Business Planning: September 6th – October 6th @ 5PM HST
Course is $50 (scholarships available)
The six-week, 36-hour course is offered 10 times a year on Maui, Molokai, and Lanai. Financial aid is available through grants from the Maui County Office of Economic Development. The following classes will be held virtually on Zoom.
