Hart Main was a 13 year old who came up with the idea of, “manly scented” candles. He did this after he teased his sister about the girly scented ones she was selling for a school fundraiser. Since Hart was so young his parents did a lot to help him start the business and helped him to develop the candles. Young Main named his business ManCan. The available scents are Campfire, Bacon, Sawdust, Fresh Cut Grass, and Grandpa’s Pipe. These were made using soup cans and his candles are in stores in every state, with sales exceeding six figures every year. Hart also wanted to give back to the community so he donates a part of each sale to kitchens in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Michigan.
I find this story so inspiring because Hart was so young when he thought of his manly candle idea. Hart went after what he wanted with the help of his parents. Which shows that you can still make a product even if you have the help from others, which is nice to have. Additionally, I have learned from this story that you should always find a way to give back to the community just like Hart gives back to kitchens in a few states.
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I find it interesting how in addition to the idea of manly scented candles, the company also uses soup cans. This is a creative way to make a connection to the donations for kitchens in multiple states.
This is a great story and inspiring to watch a 13 year kid take an idea that is so simple but productive at the same time. I find it particularly interesting that he donates some of the sales back to the community which shows he cares about making a difference.
This is a great idea! The choice of using soup cans is particularly creative. This material is both readily available and provides a unique appearance. In regard to scents, I am curious as to how Hart created his different flavors. I would assume it is a difficult process, especially ones like “Fresh Cut Grass” and “Sawdust”.
I think this is so interesting. The usage of soup cans was a very creative way of thinking.
I have actually heard of this company! I think it is such an interesting idea. It simultaneously fills a gap in the market with candles catered to men, and it also solves the problem that we didn’t know we had which is candles made for men!