About Mana Up
Mana Up is a Hawaiʻi-based initiative focused on building a stronger local economy by supporting homegrown consumer brands. Through long-term guidance, access to resources, and pathways to market, we help Hawaiʻi companies grow sustainably in Hawaiʻi and beyond.
Our vision is to create an economic growth engine that strengthens the local economy, helps address Hawaiʻi’s high cost of living, and creates well-paying, meaningful jobs for local communities.
Mana Up Accelerator
Economic Development Initiative
The Mana Up Accelerator is a six-month program designed to help Hawaiʻi-based consumer brands scale through hands-on workshops, executive mentorship, business resources, sales opportunities, and a collaborative entrepreneurial community.
Wayfinder Series
Alumni Education
The Wayfinder Series connects Mana Up founders with trusted mentors from partners that include Bank of Hawai'i, Hawaiian Airlines and ALTRES for candid conversations and practical tools for building strong, sustainable businesses in Hawai‘i.
House of Mana Up
Direct-to-Consumer Retail Experiences
House of Mana Up is a curated retail experience showcasing the stories and premium products of Hawai‘i’s rising entrepreneurs. Through our stores in Waikīkī and Ward Village, as well as HouseofManaUp.com, we feature goods from local makers and artisans whose brands reflect Hawai‘i’s creativity, culture, and innovation. Visit our smaller Mana Up Markets on Maui and Hawaiʻi Island.
Aloha Market
Traveling Pop-Up
With Aloha Market, Mana Up brings Hawai'i to you. The pop up event has featured products from more than 60 vendors, entrepreneur meet-and-greets, plus fun activities in New York City, Los Angeles and Tokyo.