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This landmark event will feature a vibrant showcase of 40 companies with unique, island-made products that support and celebrate numerous small businesses from Maui, who endured the devastating effects of the 2023 wildfires.
The first-ever Aloha Market brings Hawaii to NYC to share cultural traditions along with incredible shopping. Many unique products from island-based entrepreneurs (clothing, art, demos, food tastings and more!)
Mana Up is a Hawai‘i economic development initiative to build and support the State’s ecosystem of entrepreneurs providing them with the resources and tools to grow their companies and scale globally.
Aloha Market powered by Mana Up is a three-day immersive shopping experience in New York City (April 26-28, 2024).
Mana Up announces the first-ever Aloha Market in Manhattan, a three-day Hawai’i-themed immersive shopping event that will be held April 26 - 28.
Meli James, Co-Founder of Mana Up highlights their 6 month accelerator program and mission to diversify the local economy!
Hawaii product accelerator Mana Up has teamed up with global travel retail brand DFS Hawaii in a partnership that will highlight emerging local companies at the luxury retailer, as well as provide mentorship opportunities for the entrepreneurs behind the brands.
DFS Hawai‘i and local accelerator Mana Up announce a new partnership after the reopening of DFS Waikiki – formerly known as T Galleria by DFS – to showcase Hawai‘i-based products in a luxury retail environment and provide mentorship to emerging companies.
With most of the country experiencing rain, snow and freezing temperatures, a trip to Hawaii has never sounded better. Whether the islands are your Valentine’s favorite destination or a bucket list one, we’ve found authentic gifts from Hawaii that will bring the spirit of aloha to them and show them how much you care.
In an effort to continue cultivating a deep and enduring relationship with local Hawai‘i communities, Alaska Airlines announced today the establishment of the Hawaiʻi Community Advisory Board (HICAB).
The 16-member board is a veritable Who’s Who of whoever you might want if you were trying to make nice with the political power players, particularly in the Native Hawaiian community. They include, according to the press release:
