Indiana's Biggest Candle… Company | Justin Burkhardt of Warm Glow

Today I welcomed Justin Burkhardt, owner of Warm Glow Candle Company in Centerville. If you have ever driven east down I-70 you have seen their 40 foot candle off to the side of the road. We dive into the unique appeal of Warm Glow's handcrafted candles, the company's rich history since its founding in 1996, and its prominence along I-70 in Centerville, Indiana. Justin shares insights on taking over the family-owned business, navigating retail and manufacturing challenges, and the special focus Warm Glow places on community and quality. Additionally, we delve into the process behind their distinct 'lumpy, bumpy' candles, strategic partnerships, and plans for new releases. You are going to learn about:The process of acquiring a family owned business Strategies for creating a must visit destination Secrets of product development and partnerships Thank you to our partners: Keller & Keller Back 9 Make sure you check out their Spring Open House May 2-4th Check out these great clips from the show: 00:31 Meet Justin Burkhart: Entrepreneurial Journey 01:13 The Iconic 40-Foot Candle and Warm Glow's Popularity 01:54 History and Unique Features of Warm Glow Candles 03:04 Manufacturing Process and Quality Control 13:42 Challenges and Rewards of Retail Business 18:31 Community Engagement and Partnerships 22:43 Economic Impact and Future Aspirations 33:38 Balancing Business and Public Service 36:09 Opportunities and Challenges in Rural Indiana 42:06 Promoting Indiana and Warm Glow Candles 42:29 Trade Shows and Candle Industry Insights 43:19 The Power of Scent and Memory 44:52 Upcoming Events and Promotions 46:07 Local Indiana Products and Partnerships 51:32 Favorite Scents and Surprising Bestsellers 01:02:03 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs 01:04:32 Celebrating Indiana's Unique Charm Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater . Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up .