{"id":23113,"date":"2026-04-11T16:03:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T09:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/maries-q1-2026-summary-strengthening-foundations-for-sustainable-growth\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T16:03:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T09:03:12","slug":"maries-q1-2026-summary-strengthening-foundations-for-sustainable-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/en\/maries-q1-2026-summary-strengthening-foundations-for-sustainable-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Maries \u2013 Q1 2026 Summary: Strengthening Foundations for Sustainable Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"603\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The first quarter of 2026 marks a period of strong and inspiring growth for Maries Co., Ltd. \u2013 a premium handicraft brand from Hu\u1ebf, specializing in products made from <em data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"439\">lepironia grass<\/em>. More than just a production story, Maries is steadily asserting its position within Vietnam\u2019s handicraft sector, building a close connection between cultural heritage, community livelihoods, and a long-term vision for sustainable development.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-section-id=\"7hvx9u\" data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"687\"><strong>A New Space \u2013 A New Way of Storytelling<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"1022\">At the beginning of 2026, Maries Vietnam officially completed the relocation of its showroom, opening a completely new experiential space\u2014larger, brighter, and more professional. This is not merely a change of location, but a strategic transformation aimed at elevating the Maries brand.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1359\">The new showroom is designed as a \u201cMaries Craft House,\u201d where customers do not simply purchase products, but can truly \u201ctouch\u201d the journey behind a traditional Hu\u1ebf conical hat, a handbag, or handcrafted accessories. From raw <em data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1266\">lepironia grass<\/em> fibers to finished products, every stage is conveyed through space and real-life experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1635\">This relocation allows Maries\u2019 handcrafted collections to stand out more prominently, improving accessibility for both tourists and international partners. It also lays the foundation for expanding Maries\u2019 brand strategy\u2014bringing Vietnamese handicrafts to the global market.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1622\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22702 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/z7559874625508_45f2a6681195e91d8580985d0be721f7-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23087 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7714528022886_b39a655497e58aff1fcb42997331e7d4-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Training Young Artisans \u2013 Preserving Craft Through Knowledge Transfer<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1898\">Alongside market development, Maries continues to implement training programs in Hu\u1ebf\u2019s traditional <em data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1827\">lepironia grass<\/em> weaving villages, as part of its sustainable development partnerships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2164\">These training sessions go beyond technique\u2014they are a process of intergenerational knowledge sharing. Experienced artisans guide newcomers, from selecting raw materials to handling intricate details. This transfer of knowledge ensures the continuity of the craft.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2426\">At a time when many traditional villages face the risk of fading away, maintaining a young artisan workforce is a positive signal. For Maries, preserving a craft does not mean keeping it unchanged\u2014it means helping it adapt and remain relevant in today\u2019s world.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1595\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23083 aligncenter\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924888220_6449fb718d56db49a64289498cd2a97e-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"2096\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23085 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7212924946788_586e464dcb5eb08437d24344527c2888-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-section-id=\"rcbzga\" data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2661\"><strong>Welcoming the Lao Delegation \u2013 Connecting Sustainable Economies Through Lepironia Grass<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2786\">On January 24, 2026, Maries had the honor of welcoming a high-level delegation from the Lao PDR, led by Ms. Phonevanh Outhavong, Vice Minister of Finance of Laos, along with Mr. Robert de Waha, Resident Representative of LuxDev for Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2982\">The visit, part of efforts to promote green investment, financial governance, and sustainable development, marked an important milestone in the company\u2019s cultural and economic engagement in Hu\u1ebf.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3283\">During the visit, the delegation explored Maries\u2019 closed-loop production process\u2014from raw materials to finished products such as Maries conical hats, <em data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3151\">lepironia grass<\/em> bags, and handcrafted accessories. These products, rich in Hu\u1ebf identity, left a strong impression on international representatives.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3585\">More than just a visit, this was an opportunity for Maries to present its sustainable development model\u2014linking businesses, craft villages, and local communities. Through this, Maries reaffirmed its role as a bridge between Vietnam\u2019s traditional culture and international markets through handicrafts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3471\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22754 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-1024x746.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-768x560.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-1536x1119.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-2048x1492.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-400x291.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22764 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-1024x746.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-768x560.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-1536x1119.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-2048x1492.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/8-400x291.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-section-id=\"z645pt\" data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3088\"><strong>Spring Fair \u2013 Meeting the Market, Listening to Customers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3766\">At the 2026 Spring Fair, Maries introduced familiar products, but told their stories in a more approachable way.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3768\" data-end=\"4053\">Visitors did not simply browse\u2014they asked questions about materials, production processes, and the stories behind each item. These direct interactions provided valuable insights, helping the team better understand real market needs and refine both designs and communication strategies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"4055\" data-end=\"4239\">The fair also served as a space for meeting new partners and opening doors for long-term collaboration. For a handicraft brand, maintaining direct market connections remains essential.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3460\" data-end=\"3663\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22825 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-1024x746.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-768x559.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-1536x1119.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-2048x1492.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-2-400x291.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-section-id=\"mfuo5z\" data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3718\"><strong>Year-End Celebration: \u201cThe Power of One \u2013 Stronger Together\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d8bd08-8dbc-839e-9d61-f7396b342106-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-22\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"33a14e79-e392-4d1e-94f6-3719ff86b33b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"4312\" data-end=\"4523\">Held in the early days of 2026, Maries\u2019 Year End Party was not just a summary event, but a moment for the entire team to come together and reflect on a journey filled with pride, gratitude, and unfinished goals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4948\">The achievements of 2025 were revisited clearly, and individuals as well as teams were recognized through internal awards\u2014not only for top sales performers, but also for cultural contributors, dedicated creators, and those working quietly behind the scenes to keep operations running smoothly. This stands as a key achievement: building a team that not only performs well but also understands and values each other\u2019s roles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4950\" data-end=\"5081\">The atmosphere was open and sincere. Challenges and shortcomings were shared honestly\u2014not to avoid, but to acknowledge and improve.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5287\">\u201cThe Power of One \u2013 Stronger Together\u201d was not just a slogan, but a mindset reflected in how each individual contributes to the collective. When each person grows stronger, the entire team grows stronger.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5289\" data-end=\"5436\">This is the foundation that allows Maries to step into 2026\u2014not only with growth ambitions, but with a resilient team ready to go further together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3861\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23089 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-3-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"4081\" data-end=\"4246\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23101 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-4-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"836\"><strong>Honoring Artisans \u2013 A Bond Built by the Hands That Preserve the Craft<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"5518\" data-end=\"5760\">At the end of the year, Maries returned to the <em data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"5582\">lepironia grass<\/em> weaving and conical hat-making villages\u2014the origin of every product\u2014to personally express gratitude to the artisans who have quietly accompanied the journey throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"5762\" data-end=\"6045\">There were no grand stages or elaborate ceremonies\u2014just simple gatherings, handshakes, and conversations after a long working season. The gifts, though modest in material value, carried deep appreciation for every hour of dedicated work and every meticulous detail crafted over time.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6047\" data-end=\"6289\">Over the past year, these hands have ensured production stability, maintaining both quality and the true spirit of craftsmanship in every product delivered to customers. It is a quiet achievement, yet decisive for Maries\u2019 overall development.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6291\" data-end=\"6570\">For Maries, the connection with craft villages goes beyond orders or production partnerships. It is a relationship built on trust and long-term companionship\u2014where businesses and artisans share the responsibility of preserving, nurturing, and sustaining the craft in modern life.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"4673\" data-end=\"4823\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23093 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7488026628226_65adfdc143492dc0c47a84c78a6085d3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7488026628226_65adfdc143492dc0c47a84c78a6085d3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7488026628226_65adfdc143492dc0c47a84c78a6085d3-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7488026628226_65adfdc143492dc0c47a84c78a6085d3-1024x878.jpg 1024w, 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https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7486215469218_b095c3c8059968c91a9a5cda55679b88-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7486215469218_b095c3c8059968c91a9a5cda55679b88-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7486215469218_b095c3c8059968c91a9a5cda55679b88-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-section-id=\"5l2e6d\" data-start=\"4830\" data-end=\"4882\"><strong>Human Resource Policies 2026 \u2013 Stability for Sustainable Growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6646\" data-end=\"6805\">Entering 2026, Maries conducted a comprehensive review of its salary, bonus structures, and organizational framework, based on insights from the previous year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6807\" data-end=\"6956\">The adjustments are not abrupt changes, but refinements\u2014improving income mechanisms, performance recognition, and role allocation across departments.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6958\" data-end=\"7229\">Notably, these policies are built from real experiences\u2014addressing the actual challenges faced by the team. As a result, the system is not only clearer, but also better suited to the rhythm of a handicraft business, where each role carries its own unique characteristics.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"7231\" data-end=\"7503\">The true achievement lies not in numbers, but in creating a more stable working environment. When artisans, production teams, and office staff all feel recognized and secure, they can focus on doing their work well\u2014ultimately enhancing overall product and service quality.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"7505\" data-end=\"7667\">For Maries, investing in people is never an expense. It is a way of building a strong foundation\u2014slow but steady\u2014for sustainable growth in the long journey ahead.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"5008\"><strong>Supporting Harvest Season with Lepironia Grass Farmers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d8bd08-8dbc-839e-9d61-f7396b342106-6\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-30\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"16561931-7bf6-495e-8ec1-980b5f30d078\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d8bd08-8dbc-839e-9d61-f7396b342106-7\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-30\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a1e2d6e0-d502-47db-ae04-f175f46063ba\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"7734\" data-end=\"7904\">From the early months of the year, Maries has worked closely with farming households in raw material regions to prepare for the <em data-start=\"7862\" data-end=\"7879\">lepironia grass<\/em> harvest season in April.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7906\" data-end=\"8089\">In addition to planning harvest timing and manpower, Maries provides partial financial support for purchasing tools\u2014helping farmers prepare more effectively and work more efficiently.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8091\" data-end=\"8350\">Though modest, this support comes at the right time. With proper tools and working conditions, harvesting becomes faster, easier, and more productive. At the same time, freshly cut grass can be processed promptly, ensuring optimal quality for the next stages.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8352\" data-end=\"8597\">For Maries, sustainable development is not an abstract concept. It is about recognizing the very real challenges faced by artisans and farmers\u2014and choosing to support them through practical, meaningful actions, starting from the smallest things.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23103 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719807940_575a592ea80321a636e0545a7ec897c1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719807940_575a592ea80321a636e0545a7ec897c1-scaled.jpg 1920w, 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width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/z7692719858305_082ee6a64d34c8547d2996e4547efa28-400x533.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:a2f308d9-ad22-465e-89db-8a5b2c35c49e-10\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"41b9c6b8-0a2e-4cdf-ab8c-a3c9fcd426cd\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"5951\" data-end=\"6110\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23107 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/madebymaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thiet-ke-chua-co-ten-5-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"36f8b170-4149-46d1-bbc5-30f9500c810d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"8635\" data-end=\"8793\">The first quarter of 2026 was not about loud milestones, but about reinforcing core foundations: people, craft villages, and long-term development strategies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"8795\" data-end=\"8927\">For Maries, sustainability is not a distant goal\u2014it is a way of working every day, through small, practical, and meaningful actions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"8929\" data-end=\"9020\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">And that journey continues\u2014steadily, purposefully, and with a deep sense of responsibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first quarter of 2026 marks a period of strong and inspiring growth for Maries Co., Ltd. \u2013 a premium handicraft 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