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Maui Now

Maui Brands Get New Boost as iShoppes Runs Former DFS Hawaii Sites at Kahului Airport

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House of Mana Up

The Sweetest Pairing in Waikīkī

Mana Up, in collaboration with Kō Hana Hawaiian Agricole Rum and Mānoa Chocolate, is excited to introduce a first-of-its-kind rum and chocolate pairing experience at its new House of Mana Up store at Royal Hawaiian Center.

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Mana Up

Mana Up Launches Same-Day Delivery with Instacart Making It Easier to Shop and Support Local Hawaiian Brands

The launch gives Hawai‘i-based brands unprecedented visibility, placing them alongside national names while dramatically expanding their reach and ability to connect with new customers at scale.

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Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines Invests in Mana Up as Part of a $600M Commitment to Hawai‘i’s Economy and Communities

Kahu‘ewai Hawai‘i Investment Plan to modernize infrastructure and guest experience, and deepen its commitment to the community and sustainability.

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FROLIC HAWAII

Waikīkī’s New Rum-and-Chocolate Tasting Pairs Two ‘Ono Local Brands

At Royal Hawaiian Center’s House of Mana Up, Mānoa Chocolate and Kō Hana Hawaiian Agricole Rum combine forces for a worthy night out.

Hawaii Business Magazine

Meli James Is Rewriting the Rules for Hawai‘i’s Entrepreneurs

As co-founder of Mana Up and president of the Hawai‘i Venture Capital Association, Meli James has spent a decade proving that building a world-class company doesn't mean leaving the Islands behind.

Hawaiian Host

Share Your Aloha

Enter for a chance to win 2 flight vouchers from Hawaiian Airlines or Alaska Airlines to Hawaiʻi and North/Central America, plus Hawaiian Host and Mana Up prize packs!

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Civil Beat

How Small Businesses Are Breaking Into Hawaiʻi’s Big Tourism Markets

Airlines and hotels can provide a lucrative market for Hawaiʻi entrepreneurs, but making inroads with large brands and scaling up production isn’t easy.