From hotel room surprises to custom amenity boxes and private shopping marketplaces, Susan Havens and Mana Up's Corporate & Client Gifting team knows how to make gifting unforgettable.
By curating sets that reflect both Hawai‘i’s culture and a client’s brand, Mana Up elevates events, conferences, weddings, and celebrations into experiences rooted in authenticity.
In this conversation, Susan shares how thoughtful customization, support for local makers, and creative storytelling come together to create truly meaningful gifts.
How can clients incorporate Hawai‘i-themed corporate gifts into events?
Mana Up gifts can be used as “surprise and delights” at home or office deliveries, party centerpieces, nightly room drops, or through private on-site marketplaces.
How can gifts be customized to align with a company’s brand and values?
Customization is our specialty. Each set is curated to match the client’s industry and recipient style. We include custom note cards, logos, and Entrepreneur Spotlights to tell the story behind each product. Clients can even include their own branded items at no extra charge.
Mana Up gifts can be used as “surprise and delights” at home or office deliveries, party centerpieces, nightly room drops, or through private on-site marketplaces.
What unique gifts or bundles have stood out?
After the Maui wildfires, companies curated Mana Up boxes exclusively featuring Maui-based businesses. These boxes supported entrepreneurs who lost retail space or visitor traffic, while delivering meaningful gifts to recipients.
How do you handle different budget levels?
Every Mana Up product is top quality. Whether a simple sampling of cookies and cards or an ultimate set of gifts, the experience always feels premium—whether for a handful of boxes or thousands.
What are some unique event-specific options you’ve created?
A wedding couple incorporated their Shiba Inu into their gift boxes with custom stickers. For a VIP snorkel trip, guests received Nick Kuchar tote bags filled with a Tag Aloha towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and Island Harvest nuts as a custom invitation.
Do you help create gifting experiences during events?
Yes! Private Mana Up marketplaces let attendees choose what they love. This style of customization makes the gifts feel personal and memorable.
How do Mana Up gifts reflect Hawai‘i’s culture and values?
All of our products connect back to local entrepreneurs making an impact in Hawai‘i communities. Entrepreneur Spotlights included with gifts share these stories, deepening the connection between recipient and maker.
What are some great post-event follow-ups?
We love recommending a gift box delivered to attendees’ homes after an event—it extends the magic. Clients can also shop with us online to continue enjoying the tastes, scents, and creativity of Hawai‘i.
Explore Our Gift Sets
House of Mana Up is your go-to destination for gift sets that celebrate Hawai‘i. Each set is thoughtfully curated with products from local makers, showcasing the unique flavors, craftsmanship, and stories of our islands. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, saying mahalo, or sharing a touch of aloha “just because,” our gift sets make it easy to give something meaningful. By choosing House of Mana Up, you’re not only delighting your loved ones with authentic Hawai‘i-made goods — you’re also supporting local entrepreneurs and helping grow Hawai‘i’s economy.
