Kelley Chapman

Kelley Chapman has lived on the beautiful island of Maui for many years. Her passion for the ocean's playground and marine environment guided her to the Hawaiian Islands. It was then she fell in love with the island lifestyle and living in her bikini. Kelley has been involved in the swimwear industry for many years and plans to take her self-taught knowledge to grow Manakai Swimwear into something special. Her vision is to lead the high-end swimwear industry into a more sustainable practice using top of the line recycled materials and help empower women to feel good in their skin. Kelley has never been afraid to step outside her comfort zone and take a leap of faith into the unknown. Simply put she is wild at heart. From the bottom of her heart she believes if you are going to receive, you have to give back.

Kelley has a dual degree in Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Experiential Education from Appalachian State University and has also worked on the water for nine years.  For several years Kelley managed one of Maui’s top swimwear brands expanding several-fold across the world. 

Anna Lieding

Anna Lieding was born and raised in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Hana, Maui. Her close connection to nature has guided her to experience some of the most amazing things the world has to offer including the study of marine science, working and sailing on the high seas, and exploring secular cultures. Anna's travels have taught her to respect the land and its people. With this in mind, she is excited to bring the opportunity of a sustainable lifestyle to women around the world.  

Anna has a degree in Marine Science from Brown University, she has a 100-ton captain's license and has worked on the water for commercial charters as well as an underwater humpback whale researcher for nine years.  Also, Anna has delved into the culinary industry with a degree from Maui Culinary Academy.