Fostering Corporate Relationships Through Flowers
Over six years, we've learned that successful business gifting isn't about flawless arrangements—it's about grasping the nuanced art of professional relationships and the timing that truly matters.
How We Solved the Corporate Gifting Puzzle
In 2019, clients consistently voiced the same frustration: "Beautiful flowers, but they arrived after the meeting." We realized we weren't merely arranging blooms—we were shaping moments that could influence business relationships.
The Timing Breakthrough We Discovered
Our breakthrough surfaced when a client faced a last-minute schedule change in 2023. Their key investor meeting was moved up by three hours, and they needed deliveries to match. Instead of deeming it impossible, we created what we now call "flex-timing"—designs that look perfect whether delivered at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we craft 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-intentioned gifts create awkward moments instead of meaningful connections.
The Context-Gathering Phase
We learned the hard way when a client's congratulatory arrangement arrived during a challenging restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists usually skip: 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 noted their partner company was dealing with a family tragedy. We shifted from bright celebration to thoughtful support—same partnership acknowledgment, but with a different emotional approach.
The Practical Reality Check
Delicate arrangements that are hard to maintain become awkward within days. We figured out how to design for real office environments—air conditioning, varying light, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections include blooms that dry gracefully rather than wilting dramatically, and arrangements that look intentional even when not perfectly cared for after a busy week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We found that the real impact unfolds after delivery. A client mentioned that visitors were still asking about their flowers weeks later, and they remained fresh. That's when we realized we weren't just delivering gifts—we were sparking ongoing conversations.
Now we include discreet care notes that help the recipient keep arrangements looking professional longer, plus seasonal refresh options for clients who want to maintain that polished impression year-round.
The People Behind the Process
We're not traditional florists, and that's probably why our approach works. Our backgrounds in business consulting and hospitality management taught us to view gifting as relationship strategy, not merely decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
A former hospitality manager who consistently noticed how flowers shape guest experiences in luxury hotels. Kaveri brings that same awareness of 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 building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
