Hosts: Melissa Lynn Oddo (deMelis Atelier & Stitched Collective) Matthew Banever (Bards Clothing)

Summary:

We were FINALLY able to have one of Melissa’s and Eric’s favorite people: Yasemin Ugurlu, founder of Reboot Eco, joins us to talk about her mission to make low-waste living more accessible through refillable products, education, and community engagement. With a passion for sustainability that goes beyond trends, Yasemin shares how she built a business focused on reducing single-use plastics and helping others make more conscious choices. From running a refill shop to advocating for systemic change, Yasemin’s journey is rooted in action, care, and a deep belief in collective impact.

photo: provided by Reboot Eco Instagram

Key Topics Discussed:

• Building a business around low-waste, refillable everyday products
• The emotional and environmental drive behind choosing sustainability
• Reboot Eco’s role in education, community, and shifting habits

Takeaways:

• Yasemin believes accessibility and encouragement—not guilt—are key to sustainable living.
• Refill shops like Reboot Eco help reduce packaging waste and promote reuse.
• Passion-led businesses can influence systemic change, starting with small daily actions.

Links:

• Reboot Eco – Reboot Your Habits. Reboot Eco is a zero waste & refill shop offering alternatives that make eco-conscious living easy, affordable, and practical. 
• Woolly Clothing Co – Sustainability meets versatility. We design clothing for every part of your lifestyle made from the world’s softest merino.
• Stay Vocal – Green America: certified reuse clothing for all. Rescue a shirt and make yourself heard. 
• Kate Stephen Jewelry – Here at Kate Stephen Jewelry you will find an everflowing collection of unique, inspired handcrafted designs.