Entrepreneur to know: Shan Greggs
Owner, Manufacturer and Distributor of Simply Scents by Shan Candle Co.
What makes Simply Scents unique?
No matter what you purchase, whether it be an aroma bag, candle, aroma spray or burning oil, you will smell it. We are known for our highly scented products and all of them are hand poured on-site.
What else should candle lovers expect from a specialty candle shop?
You should expect not only a great product, but awesome customer service and proper candle burning techniques.
What about this business makes you want to get up in the morning and keep pursuing this field?
This business is my passion and the fact that people love something that I actually make myself is still mind blowing to me. I’m living a dream that started in my grandmother’s kitchen almost nine years ago because of the passion God has allowed me to have. Without my passion, I wouldn’t have found success.
What tips can you give anyone who wants to be in your area of business?
Persistence is the key to becoming successful in any profession. For the first four years I pounded the pavement hitting up every beauty and barbershop in town. Even when customers would say no, I would give them a candle and ask that they try it. Within days they would call to place an order.
What’s next?
We are in the process of going green with an all-natural line. I’m really excited about this project. This gives us an opportunity to market to a new audience.
Simply Scents candles is located at 3932 Old Spanish Trail in Houston and can be found in select Walgreens stores. You can purchase candles online at www.simplyscentsbyshan.com/.
