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Aloha Complex Care LLC wins $20,000 for top business plan in MEO competition

Michelle Carpenter, owner of a concierge health care business for clients and families with caregiving needs, produced the top business plan and earned a $20,000 grant in Maui Economic Opportunity’s third annual Core Four Best Business Plan Competition.

Applications available for Maui County Agricultural Micro Grant Program

Maui County small farmers and ranchers can apply for grants of up to $25,000 through the Agricultural Micro Grant Program 4.0, a $3 million initiative funded by Maui County and administered by Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Center.

“God’s Lanes” Athleisure Startup Wins $25,000 MEO Program Grant

The idea for God’s Lane arose during the pandemic when Ampong’s family began working out to improve their physical, mental and spiritual health. They were looking for trendy, durable and versatile athletic apparel with biblical messages but could not find any, Ampong said in her business plan.

MEO Core Four Business Planning Course Starts Sept. 7

MEO BDC’s Core Four business planning series is a 24-hour course on how to write a business plan and provides the information you need to know to start, operate and grow your business.

MEO Opens Course Registration for Core Four Business Planning Series

Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Center will begin its next series of “Core Four Business Planning” classes on Tuesday, March 2 through Thursday, April 1.

MEO to Offer Teen Financial Literacy Workshop

All classes will be held online via Zoom.

MEO to Host Business Planning Classes

“It is perfect for those thinking of starting a business or those who just starting and need further direction.”

MEO Recognizes Soon-to-be Entrepreneurs

MEO BDC’s Core Four Business Planning is a 36-hour course that aims to help participants launch a successful business.