Creating Corporate Connections with Flowers
Over six years, we’ve discovered that successful business gifting isn’t about flawless arrangements—it’s about grasping the subtle craft of professional relationships and the right timing that truly matters.
How We Resolved the Corporate Gifting Challenge
Back in 2019, a common refrain from clients kept echoing: "Beautiful flowers, but they arrived after the meeting." That moment made us realize we weren’t just arranging blooms—we were shaping moments that could influence professional relationships.
The Timing Transformation We Fell Into
Our breakthrough happened when a client faced a last‑minute shift in 2023. An important investor meeting moved up three hours, and they needed deliveries to align. Instead of saying "impossible," we developed what we now call "flex-timing"—floral setups that look perfect whether they arrive at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we design arrangements with several 'peak moments' across 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 Discovery Phase
We learned the hard way when a client’s congratulatory arrangement landed during a tough restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists typically skip: What’s happening in your business right now? What’s the prevailing mood?
Recent example: A client wanted to celebrate a partnership, but their partner company was dealing with a family tragedy. We shifted from a bright celebration to thoughtful support—same partnership acknowledgment, a completely different emotional approach.
The Practical Reality Check
Beautiful arrangements that nobody can maintain become awkward within days. We learned to design for real office conditions—air conditioning, changing light, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections include flowers that dry gracefully rather than wilt dramatically, and arrangements that look deliberate even if they aren’t perfectly maintained after a busy week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We found that the real impact happens after delivery. A client noted visitors still asked about their flowers weeks later, still looking fresh. That’s when we realized we weren’t just delivering gifts—we were sparking ongoing conversations.
Now we include subtle care notes to 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 your traditional florists, and that’s likely why our approach 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 upscale hotels. 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 building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
