Building Corporate Ties Through Florals
Over six years, we’ve learned that successful business gifting isn’t about flawless arrangements—it’s about grasping the delicate craft of professional relationships and timing that truly matters.
How We Solved the Corporate Gifting Puzzle
Back in 2019, we kept hearing the same frustration from corporate clients: "Beautiful flowers, but they arrived after the meeting was over." That made us realize we weren’t just arranging blooms—we were shaping moments that could make or break professional relationships.
The Timing Revolution We Stumbled Into
Our breakthrough came when a client faced a rushed investor meeting in 2023. They needed arrangements delivered to match a three-hour shift in schedule. Instead of declaring it impossible, we developed what we now call "flex-timing" — arrangements that look perfect whether they arrive at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we create arrangements with multiple 'peak moments' throughout the day, so your flowers never look like they’re waiting around."
Our Problem-Solving Process
We developed this approach after watching too many well-meaning gifts create awkward moments instead of meaningful connections.
The Context Discovery Phase
We learned this the hard way when a client’s congratulatory arrangement arrived during a difficult restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists usually don’t: What’s happening in your business right now? What’s the current mood?
Recent example: A client wanted to celebrate a partnership, but mentioned their partner company was dealing with a family tragedy. We shifted from bright celebration to thoughtful support—same partnership acknowledgment, completely different emotional approach.
The Practical Reality Check
Beautiful arrangements that everyone struggles to maintain become awkward within days. We learned to design for real office environments—air conditioning, changing light, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections feature flowers that dry gracefully rather than wilt drastically, and arrangements that feel intentional even when not perfectly cared for after a busy week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We found the real impact emerges after delivery. A client noted that visitors were still asking about their flowers weeks later, with them looking fresh. That’s when we realized we weren’t just delivering gifts—we were sparking ongoing conversations.
Now we include subtle care notes that help the recipient keep arrangements looking professional longer, plus seasonal refresh options for clients who want to preserve that polished impression year-round.
The People Behind the Process
We aren’t traditional florists, and that’s likely why our approach works. Our backgrounds in business consulting and hospitality management taught us to view gifting as relationship strategy, not just decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
Former hospitality manager who kept noticing how flowers influenced guest experiences in upscale hotels. Kaveri brings that same attention to environmental psychology to corporate spaces, understanding how floral choices shape business conversations and first impressions.
Prithvi Khandelwal
Client Relations Director
Started in business consulting before realizing that successful partnerships often hinge on thoughtful gestures that many companies miss. Prithvi specializes in timing, cultural considerations, and the subtle art of building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
