At Mana Up, their mission has always been to help Hawai‘i-based entrepreneurs grow—locally and globally—while staying rooted in the culture and community that define our islands. None of that is possible without strong connections.
As a company that’s powering the digital future of Hawai‘i while helping our small businesses thrive, we're proud to partner up with Mana Up! Together, we’re not just celebrating entrepreneurs at Showcase 2025—we’re building the networks that make their growth possible.
Since 2018, Mana Up has helped 105 Hawai‘i-based product companies expand their reach through mentorship, resources, and visibility. From Maui to O‘ahu and beyond, our entrepreneurs rely on digital tools to share their stories, sell their products, and connect with customers around the world.
That’s where Hawaiian Telcom comes in. As the state’s technology and connectivity leader, Hawaiian Telcom is helping businesses—from startups to established brands—stay connected, productive, and competitive.
“When Hawai‘i’s entrepreneurs have access to the right tools and networks, they can grow in extraordinary ways,” says Meli James, co-founder of Mana Up. “Hawaiian Telcom has been an incredible partner in helping our founders strengthen those connections and reach new audiences.”
The Mana Up Showcase 2025 is a celebration of innovation, creativity, and collaboration. This year, we’re highlighting Cohort 10, ten new Hawai‘i-based founders joining the Mana Up ‘ohana—each one shaping the islands’ growing product economy with their own unique ideas and values.
Meet the entrepreneurs of Cohort 10: Aloha Spice Company, Arlie Glass, Daguzan Charcuterie, The Keiki Dept, Kaua‘i Gourmet Nuts, Keani Hawai‘i, Maoi Swim, Oribe Tea Company, Paper Crane Soaps, and Sugar Caddy HI.
With Hawaiian Telcom’s support, these entrepreneurs are better equipped to leverage technology and connectivity to tell their stories, scale their operations, and build global relationships—all while remaining rooted in Hawai‘i.
The Mana Up Showcase Global Broadcast premieres Sunday, October 26, on Mana Up’s YouTube, Facebook, and websites. Tune in to meet the entrepreneurs of Cohort 10, hear their inspiring journeys, and experience special performances from Hawai‘i’s rising talent curated by Haku Collective. Plus, start your holiday shopping and purchase exclusive Showcase Specials on HouseofManaUp.com.
Then, on Thursday, November 6, join us in person at the Showcase Marketplace at Bloomingdale’s Ala Moana Center, where over 70 local companies will come together under one roof to share their products, stories, and aloha. Buy tickets at ManaUpShowcase.com. Food and drinks are provided with your ticket!
When Hawai‘i’s entrepreneurs grow, our islands thrive. Together with Hawaiian Telcom's support, Mana Up is helping build a stronger, more connected Hawai‘i—one where local businesses have the tools, visibility, and technology they need to succeed at home and beyond.
Register today at ManaUpShowcase.com to join us in celebrating Hawai‘i’s entrepreneurial spirit and the community that keeps it connected.