Camp Manifest is an empowering women’s retreat founded by Heather Marianna and Lisa Huscher — a soulful escape designed to help women reconnect, recharge, and rise. Nestled amid the rolling hills of Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, this intimate gathering blends personal transformation with luxury and sisterhood.
Through sound healing, yoga, intuitive readings, and dynamic workshops on manifesting love, purpose, and prosperity, women are guided to release what no longer serves them and invite abundance into every area of life.
Crafted with intention by Heather and Lisa, Camp Manifest fosters genuine community — a space where women support, inspire, and celebrate one another in an atmosphere of trust and empowerment. Beyond the programming, it’s about forging lasting friendships, awakening purpose, and remembering that when women unite with intention, true magic unfolds.
Heather, why did you start Camp Manifest?
We started Camp Manifest because we saw a significant need for genuine connection—especially among women in their late 30s and 40s. At this stage in life, so many of us are craving real mentorship, community, and meaningful conversations that go deeper than surface-level networking. There aren’t many spaces that bring together like-minded women focused on growth, healing, abundance, and purpose — and we wanted to change that.
Lisa and I both felt called to create something that blends transformation with joy — sound healing, yoga, intuitive readings, and manifesting workshops, alongside fun, bonding activities and surprises that make you feel like a kid again (but in Troop Beverly Hills style!).
For me personally, it was a natural evolution. After producing numerous high-end celebrity events during Oscars and Emmys week, I’ve learned to curate unforgettable experiences down to the smallest detail. Creating a retreat for women where every moment feels intentional, luxurious, and soul-nourishing made sense. I wanted to take that same level of curation and glamour and infuse it with purpose — and that’s how Camp Manifest was born.
Heather, what can women expect when they attend Camp Manifest?
Transformation, connection, and fun. You’ll experience sound healing, breathwork, intuitive sessions, journaling, yoga, and a Money Manifesting class with me — all surrounded by amazing women who are ready to elevate together. We’re also doing a few special surprises, including a diamond workshop with a Beverly Hills gem expert, where you’ll even earn your own “diamond patch” — because why not add a little sparkle to your spiritual growth?
Above all, I want women to leave feeling recharged, inspired, and supported by a new sisterhood that lasts far beyond the weekend.
Lisa, why do you believe connection and community are so important right now for women?
Many women carry significant responsibility, emotional labor, and pressure to be everything for everyone. And at the same time, loneliness is at an all-time high. We are not meant to do life alone. Community reminds us that we’re not isolated in our struggles or our dreams. When women come together, we support, strengthen, and awaken one another. Connection is how we heal, grow, and rise. Right now, more than ever, women need spaces where they can feel seen, supported, and understood. Camp Manifest is one of those spaces.
Lisa, as an intuitive, how do you see your role at Camp Manifest?
As an intuitive, my role is to hold space. I’m here to gently guide women back to themselves. So many of us move through life disconnected from our inner knowing, our emotions, or our sense of purpose. At Camp Manifest, I’m the person who helps women tune back into their inner voice—the one that already knows what they want, what they need, and who they are. I’m not here to tell anyone what to do or who to be. I’m here to mirror, to validate, and to help them reconnect to the wisdom they already carry.
Finally, Heather, what do you hope Camp Manifest will grow into?
For us, this is just the beginning. We want to create a movement — a community of women who keep showing up for themselves and for each other. Camp Manifest is where the breakthroughs happen, but it’s also where friendships, collaborations, and new ideas are born. This is about building something that continues to grow long after the retreat ends.
Heather Marianna interview
Heather Marianna is the powerhouse visionary force behind Hollywood’s most coveted and exclusive celebrity gifting lounges — immersive, media-rich experiences that connect top beauty, wellness, and lifestyle brands directly with A-list talent and major press during awards season.
As the founder of Beauty Kitchen and Beauty Brand Coaching, Heather has spent more than a decade helping emerging entrepreneurs build recognizable brands,
secure national exposure, and expand into retail. Today, through her luxury events — including the Harvest Lounge during Emmys Week and the Toast to Hollywood Lounge during Oscars Week — she’s redefining what it means to create meaningful brand visibility in the entertainment capital of the world.
With her unmatched network of celebrities, media professionals, and industry insiders, Heather has set the modern gold standard for gifting experiences that deliver both glamour and measurable results. Her work continues to elevate brands while adding a touch of magic to Hollywood’s most celebrated moments.
What prompted you to enter the world of luxury gifting lounges?
It really began on the other side of the table. As the founder of my own brand, I experienced first-hand what happens when you become a sponsor of these high-end lounges. I remember thinking: I’m creating products and now I’m sitting down with people I’ve only ever seen on TV. That shift made me realize there was something bigger than just product placement — it was about connection, story, media, and impact. When a long-standing gifting lounge lost its producer, I was asked to step in. At first, I hesitated — but then I knew the community of brands I had grown to respect would be left without a key platform if I didn’t take it on.
What is your defining vision for your gifting events?
I wanted to build more than a dazzling event. Many lounges are about champagne, celebrity walk-throughs, and photo ops — and those are fun — but I wanted a space where business happens after the event, not just during. For example, the night before the main gathering, we host a networking event for brands to meet, explore collaborations, and make introductions. Every brand that participates also gets individual coaching: we’ll do a strategy call, go over how to maximize their ROI, prepare press materials, and leverage their celebrity and media connections. I believe this extra layer of support is what turns a one-off moment into lasting value.
How do you maintain the luxury feel while still making sure the event delivers results?
It comes down to two things: attention to detail + putting the right people in the room. On the details side, we’re talking about everything from the venue (an upscale hotel with room blocks reserved for sponsors) to curated food stations and non-alcoholic bars to gift bags delivered directly to hotel rooms. It creates that VIP ambiance. On the people side, we’re very selective about who participates. I don’t let just anyone buy in — we vet every brand to ensure alignment with the audience and the experience. That exclusivity helps the participating brands feel special and ensures better outcomes, because when the mix is right, the media and celebrity interest grow organically.
What role does media play in your strategy?
A major one. I’ve made a conscious decision: we treat media as VIPs — on par with celebrities. Many gifting lounges overlook press and focus solely on star power, but I believe media coverage can deliver far more lasting value than a celebrity photo. So we require sponsors to gift media, we provide access, and we make sure the press walk away with stories, connections, and context. That approach has helped turn the lounge into a must-attend moment, not just for brands but for journalists and outlets.
In an industry that’s becoming more crowded, how do you stay ahead?
Two things set us apart: first, community over transaction. I’ve watched too many lounges feel like “set up your table and hope for the best.” We build relationships, we coach sponsors, we facilitate connections — beyond the event. Second, we lean away from influencer marketing. While most brands today chase influencers, I’ve seen how that can burn out. Instead, we double down on traditional media, celebrities, and brands that have substance and fit the narrative. We want measurable ROI, not just a social posts blitz.
What’s next for you?
We’re staying true to our flagship events around significant moments (like Emmys Week and Oscars Week) — I’m not interested in diluting what we’ve built with constant smaller events. But yes — the scope is global. Plans are already underway for a lounge tied to the Cannes Film Festival, and we’re eyeing a dream venue for the Oscars by 2027. We’re also fielding requests from charities, galas, and tournaments to produce gifting experiences with purpose. For me, it’s always been about prestige with impact — and that won’t change.
What advice do you have for entrepreneurs who want to dominate in their niche?
Lead with authenticity. Give more than expected. Pay attention to the minor details that others overlook. And above all: relationships matter. I always say, “You can’t burn bridges.” Whether it’s a sponsor, a journalist, a celebrity — how you treat people, how you follow up, how you show up matters just as much as the “big” stuff. Market savvy plus organizational discipline plus genuine service: that’s the formula.
Lisa Huscher interview
In this intimate conversation with The Eden Magazine, heart-led intuitive coach, podcast host, and bestselling author Lisa Huscher invites us behind the scenes of transformation. Blending psychology, spirituality, and soulful strategy, Lisa shares how reconnecting with inner wisdom leads to aligned action, deeper joy, and lasting personal growth.
Your coaching blends spirituality, creativity, and strategy. How do you help clients move from feeling stuck to taking clear, aligned action?
I help clients reconnect with the inner clarity they already have. When someone feels stuck, it’s rarely because they don’t know what to do — it’s because they’re disconnected from themselves. I use a blend of energetic alignment, intuitive guidance, and practical strategy to quiet the noise so their truth can come forward. From there, we identify the smallest aligned step that moves them toward their vision without overwhelm. When intuition leads, and strategy supports it, people naturally shift from overthinking to soul-led movement.
Sunshine Secret of OC feels like a “backstage pass” inward. What moment made you realize this needed to be a podcast?
Over the years, through coaching, intuitive readings, retreats, and my media work, I noticed the most powerful breakthroughs happened behind the scenes — the unfiltered conversations no one else heard. People would often say, “I wish others could hear this part.” That’s when I realized we didn’t need another polished, highlight-reel version of spirituality. We needed a space where the real, raw, human sides of growth could exist openly. Sunshine Secret of OC became the place where listeners could finally experience the honest, transformative moments that usually happen off-camera.
You make intuition and energy feel accessible. How do you turn big spiritual ideas into practical tools listeners can use right away?
My goal is to make spirituality something people can actually apply. I take key concepts such as alignment and manifestation and translate them into everyday questions—”What feels lighter right now?” or “What’s one honest choice you can make today?” I treat intuition as a built-in guidance system, not something mystical or complicated. Listeners walk away with tools they can use in real time, not someday.
As an entrepreneur, media personality, and author, what rituals keep you energetically aligned while balancing so many creative roles?
My rituals are my grounding anchors. I start my mornings with a hand-to-heart check-in to choose the energy I want to carry into the day. I lean into manifestation journaling, which is a core practice from Camp Manifest, to stay intentionally connected to my vision. Movement and sunlight help me reset my nervous system and return to joy whenever things get busy. I also protect creative white space — moments in my schedule where intuition gets to lead instead of my calendar. At night, I close my day with gratitude and energy clearing so I can begin the next day refreshed and aligned.
For new listeners, what do you hope becomes their key “secret takeaway”?
I want them to realize that alignment is always available, even in their most chaotic seasons. Joy isn’t something external they have to chase — it’s something inside them waiting to be remembered. Intuition is not reserved for the “spiritual” few; it’s a skill anyone can strengthen. Transformation starts with tiny, honest choices. If listeners walk away knowing they already carry everything they’re looking for within themselves, then the show is doing what it’s meant to do.
Your work highlights the power of inner joy. How do you help people reconnect with that joy when life feels overwhelming?
I help them release the pressure to feel “okay” and guide them back into presence with themselves. Often, joy is buried under exhaustion, fear, and responsibility. We look at what’s draining their energy, so joy has room to rise again.
Through grounding, breathwork, and simple creative practices, I help them shift gently into a more centered state. Joy rarely returns as a loud celebration — it usually begins as a quiet whisper. Once they reconnect with even the smallest spark, everything in their life starts to recalibrate.
You collaborate with many spiritual and creative voices. What qualities do you look for before bringing someone into your projects?
I’m drawn to people with genuine heart energy and integrity — those who are willing to show up real, not perform perfect spirituality. I look for voices rooted in truth, curiosity, and a desire to uplift others. The people I collaborate with bring grounded wisdom, creative passion, and an openness to honest conversation. Most importantly, I trust my intuitive sense of alignment. When someone’s energy feels honest, expansive, and aligned with my mission, that’s when I know it’s the right fit.
