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Creating Connection Beyond The Product | Brandi Corbello | Melan
Episode 317

Creating Connection Beyond The Product | Brandi Corbello | Melan

On this episode of Honest Ecommerce, we have Brandi Corbello. Brandi is a melanoma survivor and the founder of Melan, a sunscreen brand that’s redefining sun care with a focus on comfort, fun, and giving back to melanoma and skin cancer research. We talk about Brandi’s journey from cancer survivor to entrepreneur, the challenges of creating a clean sunscreen brand, overcoming setbacks in business, and the lessons she’s learned along the way and so much more!

Honest Ecommerce · Chase Clymer with Brandi Corbello

February 17, 202522m 48s

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Show Notes

Brandi Corbello is the founder and CEO of Melan, a sunscreen brand redefining sun care with a focus on comfort, fun, and giving back to melanoma and skin cancer research. As a melanoma survivor, Brandi’s journey inspired her to create a clean, effective sunscreen that makes sun protection effortless and enjoyable.

After facing her own battle with skin cancer, Brandi launched Melan with a mission to change the way people think about sunscreen. Under her leadership, Melan has combined high-performance formulas with transparency and purpose, ensuring that every product not only protects but also supports melanoma awareness and research. A passionate advocate for self-care, wellness, and community, Brandi continues to push the boundaries of the sun care industry, making sunscreen a daily essential for all.

In This Conversation We Discuss:

  • [00:45] Intro
  • [01:07] Advocating for better product standards
  • [05:17] Investing in product education before launching
  • [06:54] Researching before committing to a business
  • [07:36] Defining brand identity before launch
  • [09:00] Launching new products based on demand
  • [10:28] Using trade shows for brand awareness
  • [11:29] Episode Sponsors: StoreTester and Intelligems
  • [14:41] Learning the complexities of retail barcodes
  • [16:57] Testing the new brand with customers
  • [19:11] Building community through live events

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