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    Sam Bregman

    Founder & CEO @ Melts

    Sam Bregman is a young entrepreneur and the CEO/Founder of Melts, a startup company that has developed an innovative electrolyte delivery system.12 At just 20 years old, Bregman has already made significant strides in the business world with his unique product.1

    Background and Inspiration

    Bregman's journey as an entrepreneur began with a personal health challenge. At the age of 12, he developed a chronic illness affecting his nervous system. During his treatment at the Mayo Clinic in 2021, he realized the importance of electrolytes for performance, recovery, and nervous system function.1

    Melts: The Innovative Product

    Inspired by his experience, Bregman developed Melts during his freshman year at Arizona State University (ASU). Melts is an electrolyte strip that resembles a Listerine breath strip and dissolves on the roof of the mouth.14 The key features of Melts include:

    • Delivers electrolytes within 60 seconds
    • Up to 30 times faster than traditional products like powders, tablets, and pills
    • Designed for athletes and active individuals

    Achievements and Recognition

    Bregman's innovative idea has garnered attention and accolades:

    • Won first place in ASU's New Venture Challenge, securing a $50,000 prize1
    • Selected as one of AZ Inno's "Under 25" entrepreneurs, recognizing young business leaders1
    • Melts was chosen as a top 5 applicant for the Space-Edge Accelerator run by Space Foundation, potentially leading to applications in space exploration3

    Future Plans

    Bregman and his team at Melts are preparing for significant steps in their business development:

    • Opening a pre-seed funding round
    • Launching the product in November 2024
    • Initiating a beta testing program with college and professional sports teams and elite athletes
    • Making the product available through their website, Amazon, local endurance races, and pop-up events in Arizona1

    Bregman's commitment to his venture is evident in his statement: "This is just the beginning — I'm obsessed and committed to building Melts into a powerhouse that reinvents how athletes and active individuals perform and recover".1

    Highlights

    Sep 20 · twitter.com
    Phoenix Business Journal on X: "In AZ Inno's annual recognition of ...
    Sep 20 · bizjournals.com
    2024 Inno Under 25: Sam Bregman, Melts - Phoenix Business Journal
    2024 Inno Under 25: Sam Bregman, Melts - Phoenix Business Journal
    ASU students win $70,000 for innovative solutions | W. P. Carey News

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    Greater Phoenix Area