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DTC Podcast | Ep 513: From Handmade to Nationwide: How Char Charms Scaled Hydration Accessories with Founder Charlotte Trecartin


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Today we’re joined by Charlotte Trecartin, the founder of Char Charms, a brand creating customizable accessories for drinkware. Charlotte’s journey from handmade prototypes in her college dorm room to nationwide deals with Target and Dick’s Sporting Goods offers a masterclass in category creation and scaling.

In this episode, we dive into:

  • Why starting scrappy can be your biggest asset in product development.
  • How TikTok virality and LinkedIn cold outreach helped Char Charms secure major retail deals.
  • Strategies for differentiating product lines between DTC and retail to maximize growth.
  • The challenge of scaling production from handmade to mass manufacturing.
  • Future plans including collaborations with major brands like Hello Kitty.
  • Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or entrepreneur, this episode offers practical takeaways you can implement today.

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    Timestamps

    00:00 – Launching Char Charms and early prototypes

    02:00 – How Charlotte connected with retailers like Target and Dick’s

    04:00 – TikTok as a growth engine and content strategy

    06:00 – Insights from Charlotte’s door-to-door sales background

    08:00 – Leveraging LinkedIn to secure retail partnerships

    10:00 – Target nationwide launch and SKU expansion

    12:00 – Challenges of launching into retail and margin management

    14:00 – Vision boards and goal-setting approach

    16:00 – The role of mentors in Charlotte’s journey

    18:00 – Future plans: Collaborations with big brands and DTC focus

    20:00 – Key advice for entrepreneurs and TikTok consistency

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    #DTC #ecommerce #startupstories #retailstrategy #tiktokmarketing #entrepreneurship #hydrationaccessories #mentorship #growthmindset #brandcollaborations

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