26 - From Living in a Van to Leading Global Wellness Brands with Sebastian Mierau

What does it take to turn a scrappy idea into a global wellness business?

In this episode of Innovator Insights, Henrik Johansson sits down with Sebastian Mierau, co-founder of Healthy Global and CEO of Clearlight Saunas. Sebastian shares his unconventional path, from struggling in school with dyslexia, to testing his first business idea by selling saunas online before he even had any in stock, and even living in a van to make it work.

 

We explore:

• How scrappiness and resilience fueled Sebastian’s entrepreneurial journey
• Why great products can sometimes “sell themselves”
• The future of wellness technology, from red light therapy to cold plunges and digital gamification
• The crucial role of team and culture in building a lasting business

This is a conversation about persistence, innovation, and finding the right mix of passion and practicality to create products that truly impact people’s lives.

Tune in and discover how Sebastian turned obstacles into opportunities, and why he believes the obstacle is the way.