Cultivating Business Relationships Through Floral Gifts
Over six years, we learned that effective corporate gifting isn’t about flawless bouquets—it's about grasping the subtle craft of professional connections and timing that truly matters.
How We Solved the Corporate Gifting Puzzle
Back in 2019, a common frustration from business clients kept surfacing: “Beautiful flowers, but they arrive after the meeting.” That moment made us realize we weren’t just arranging blooms—we were guiding moments that could shape professional relationships.
The Timing Revolution We Stumbled Into
Our breakthrough emerged when a stressed client in 2023 needed arrangements delivered three hours earlier to align with a crucial investor discussion. Instead of declaring it impossible, we developed what we now call "flex-timing"—bouquets that look perfect whether they arrive at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we craft arrangements with several 'peak moments' across the day, so your flowers never appear to be waiting."
Our Problem-Solving Process
We developed this approach after watching too many well-intentioned gifts create awkward moments instead of meaningful connections.
The Context Discovery Phase
We learned the hard way when a client's congratulatory bouquet arrived during a challenging restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists usually overlook: What’s happening in your business right now? What’s the mood you’re aiming for?
Recent example: A client wanted to celebrate a partnership, but their partner company was dealing with a family loss. We shifted from a bright celebration to a considerate gesture—same partnership acknowledgment, a completely different emotional approach.
The Practical Reality Check
Beautiful arrangements that are hard to maintain become awkward within days. We learned to design for real office conditions—air conditioning, fluctuating light, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections include blooms that dry gracefully rather than wilt dramatically, and arrangements that look intentional even when maintenance isn’t perfect after a busy week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We discovered the true impact happens after delivery. A client noted that visitors still asked about their flowers weeks later, still looking fresh. That showed us 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 maintain a polished impression year-round.
The People Behind the Process
We aren’t your typical florists, and that’s likely why our method works. Our backgrounds in business consulting and hospitality management taught us to treat gifting as relationship strategy, not merely decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
Former hospitality manager who noticed how flowers shape guest experiences in luxury settings. Kaveri brings that same focus on environmental psychology to corporate spaces, understanding how floral choices influence 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 cultivating business relationships through meaningful gifts.
