Malin Spano
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
Founder
Los Angeles, US
Profile Verified by The Marque
Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
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In Their Own Right
Biography
Malin Spano is the founder of the aperitif Pomelle, recently launched in June 2023. Pomelle was envisioned from Malin’s extensive experience in the luxury hospitality industry, having noticed a gap in the market for an upscale aperitif with the distinct flavour profile of elderflower and pomello.
‘Born in Sweden - Raised in LA’, Pomelle was influenced by Malin and her husband Jonathan Spano’s desire to create a drink inspired by their travels and transatlantic lifestyle, with both dividing their time between California and London. Pomelle features the fresh and natural flavours of pomello and elderflower, resulting in a refreshingly delicious and delicately sweet aperitif.
Born in Sweden, Malin moved to London at 19 to pursue a career in luxury PR and communications, spending a decade working with some of the most prestigious names in the travel, hospitality and drinks sectors.
From there, Malin continued her career as a consultant based in the South of France for five years. On her return to London, she joined the Birley Clubs as Director of Membership where she remained for four years, managing the memberships across the group, curating a crowd of tastemakers that best suited the clubs and continuing to grow her network.
The Record
Background
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2023 — Present
Founder
Pomelle
Launched in 2023, Pomelle is a luxury spirit brand that blends two iconic countries in one bottle. Inspired by the travels and countries close to the hearts of its founders, Jonathan and Malin Spano, the brand is 'Born in Sweden. Raised in L.A.'
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2004 — 2013
Director
LUCHFORD
LUCHFORD is an internationally renowned communications agency with divisions spanning luxury property, travel, lifestyle and design. It manages the reputations and branding campaigns of global business leaders, entrepreneurs, creators and ultra-high-net-worth-individuals.
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2018 — 2022
Director of Membership
Birley Clubs
The Birley Clubs consist of five private clubs, all of which create distinctively luxurious and unforgettably unique experiences for its members. As Director of Membership, Malin managed the memberships across Annabel’s, Harry’s Bar, George, Mark’s Club and Bath & Racquets.
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