Startups in Mana Up’s New Cohort Emphasize Aloha, Education and Sustainability
The 11 companies in Cohort 7 are based on four islands and sell products ranging from alohawear and accessories to food, coloring books and puzzles.
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Puzzle Shop Highlights Local Artists While Supporting Sustainability
Surf Shack Puzzles is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Highlighting Native Plant Conservation Through Alohawear
David Shepard’s self-named brand is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Herbal Products Using Ingredients Grown on Hawai‘i Island
Pō Naturals is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Valley Isle Business Spreads Aloha Through Flowers
Haku Maui is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Coloring Books Raise Awareness of Local Animals
The company called Advance Wildlife Education is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Founder Discovered His Passion When He Learned Mushrooms “Can Save the World”
Mālama Mushrooms is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Maui Entrepreneur Gives Old Glass New Life
Revive Glassworks is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Shop Creates Island-Inspired Caramel Treats in Many Flavors
Kauai Sweet Shoppe is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Hawai‘i Company Emphasizes Fair Trade Practices in Its Cotton Products
Tag Aloha Co. is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
A Mother’s Company Offers Functional and Stylish Baby Products
The startup ava+oliver is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
Local Designer Features Modern Alohawear for Young Generations
Lexbreezy Hawai‘i is part of Mana Up’s seventh cohort.
New Mana Up Cohort Features 11 Hawai‘i-based Companies
Hawaii Business Magazine will unveil the companies this week online, starting with two today.
Mana Up’s Giveaway Celebrates the Unveiling of Its Cohort 7
One winner will receive a free collection of products from 11 Hawai‘i-based companies in the group.
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