Fellows mentioned in this story: Meli James

From Maui Now:

Mana Up, the Hawaiʻi-based accelerator dedicated to growing local product businesses, is expanding to Maui with “The Mana Up Market” at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows. Set to open in May 2025, this new retail space will showcase products from entrepreneurs who have participated in Mana Up’s statewide accelerator program — bringing their locally made goods to both residents and visitors to Maui.

The shop will highlight a curated selection of food, fashion, home, and beauty products from across the islands — with an emphasis on Maui artisans and Maui-sourced goods, including locally made snacks, beauty and wellness items, home goods, and fashion.

This opening marks Mana Up’s first retail footprint on the Valley Isle and a continued step in its mission to elevate Hawaiʻi-based brands and create more opportunities for them to thrive.

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