Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in candle-making but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Jean-Claude St. Sulme Jr., owner of 3 Candle Company LLC., located in Bronx, NY, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
3 Candle Company LLC offers six luxury candles that are environmentally safe, long-lasting, and curated with a sophisticated palate in mind. Each candle is hand-poured in New York City by a Black & Queer owned company with a mission of " Celebrating the creativity of minorities while offering handcrafted experiences and quality products." We PRIDE ourselves on being BLACK, QUEER, AND LIT!!! And take the art of candle-making very seriously!
Tell us about yourself
I'm a huge advocate of self-care and an avid candle lover. I often purchased candles as a weekly ritual. I started to notice that a lot of candles were manufactured by large companies and often used toxic chemicals. So, I embarked on a journey to change that. Creating candles that highlighted the creativity of marginalized communities, using non-toxic ingredients, and showcasing the quality and beautiful design. I am motivated by the organic interactions with clients I started almost 4 years ago and never looked back!
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Ownership and complete agency!!!
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Learning to say YES and learning to say NO. Every opportunity isn't your opportunity, and you must be intentional about what you want to accomplish and don't waver along the journey.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Start
- Be persistent
- Be open to growth!
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://3candlecompany.com/
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x2Epww
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3candlecompanyllc/
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