Mana Up

Mana Up helps Hawai‘i-based product companies grow and scale globally. Through our business accelerator, retail platforms like House of Mana Up, and powerful storytelling, we support local founders in building impactful businesses rooted in culture, community, and place. 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. 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. Criteria ▪ Hawai'i-based founder + company ▪ Retail, beauty, or value-added food product ▪ Owner has full-time commitment to company ▪ Elevates Hawai'i or Hawai'i brand through authentic connection, resources, or story ▪ Quality of product + potential for international expansion ▪ Prefer companies with $100,000 in annual revenue currently The cost of the program is based on a percentage of revenue growth. All companies in our accelerator program MUST: ▪ Attend ALL 12 workshops ▪ Attend ALL weekly 30-minute virtual check-in meetings ▪ Participate in Showcase