772 Melinda Maria Spigel: Founder & Chief Creative Officer of Melinda Maria

Dec 1, 2025

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On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Melinda Maria Spigel, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Melinda Maria Jewelry — the celeb-adored brand redefining accessible luxury for the modern woman.
Melinda’s journey is anything but ordinary. She started out selling jewelry at Starbucks and even entered game shows to fund her first production runs. What began as pure hustle has evolved into a $30M+ brand worn by icons including Michelle Obama, Julia Roberts, and Taylor Swift. Through creativity, resilience, and a deep connection with her audience, Melinda turned her handmade beginnings into one of the most recognizable digitally native jewelry brands in the world.
In this episode, she shares how she built her business from scratch, what it really takes to stay relevant in a fast-changing digital landscape, and how storytelling and authenticity built a loyal following that still fuels the brand today. From her first sale to her first celebrity moment, Melinda’s story is a masterclass in grit, creativity, and finding your sparkle — on your own terms.

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To learn more about Melinda Maria Spigel and Melinda Maria:
https://www.melindamaria.com
https://www.instagram.com/melindamaria_jewelry/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/melinda-maria/