Think of a scent that transports you to a state of blissful relaxation.
Now imagine building a business where you’re surrounded by that feeling daily as you guide guests through a custom candle making experience.
Welcome to Cork & Candles, we are excited to meet you!
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franchise opportunities
Where Friends Gather
Cork & Candles exists to provide an inviting atmosphere where friends, families, and co-workers can gather so that they can build deeper relationships and stronger communities.
Franchisees have a key role in this mission as they connect their communities, play host to milestones like birthdays and first dates, and mentor employees on how to provide amazing hospitality.
Why Cork & Candles?
The Experience
Imagine being greeted at your office by beaming smiles and a roar of laughter. The Experience provides guests quality time with people who matter most. Being a part of this is something special!
The Purpose
Where Friends Gather is central to everything we do. If you align with The Purpose, you will find joy in the journey. Cork & Candles is a brand built around family and relationships.
The Process
Candle making involves a lot of chemistry and constant testing. Join a team that has The Process down so that your focus can be on leading amazing experiences with your guests!
What Does it Take?
A love of people and an enjoyment of playing host is a must. Successful franchisees will have extroverted personalities, they will enjoy mentoring and coaching a team, and they will find fulfillment in The Purpose of building a space Where Friends Gather.
We believe the Cork & Candles model offers a strong foundation for you to build a business where you will love what you do. Hard workers who enjoy hosting parties and building genuine relationships are the type of people we believe will succeed as Cork & Candles Franchisees.
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The initial investment range is $216,000 - $320,000.
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We recommend a minimum of $60,000 - $100,000 of liquidity with an ability to access capital from a home equity line or other lending sources.
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We are happy to discuss this with interested parties who believe Cork & Candles is a good fit for them. Please complete the form above and we will be in touch shortly!
Our Story
Cork & Candles, a family-owned small business, was born out of a passion for handcrafting quality products with a story three generations in the making. In the 1960s, Dave Straub grew up and learned the arts of painting, woodworking, and candle-making from his father, Ken. Ken passed away when Dave was 23, leaving a beautiful collection of his artworks, along with impactful lessons and memories that shaped the father Dave would become.
When Dave and his wife Sheelagh became parents, they named their son Kenny after Dave's late father. The father-son duo opened Cork & Candles with a dream of building an inviting space that would bring friends and communities together while spreading their love of handcrafting personal creations.
We believe everyone is creative and we are excited to help you unlock that creative energy as you handcraft your own custom candles!
Ready to Join?
Let’s start a conversation. Fill out the form and apply today. We will be in touch soon.
Local Spotlight
Learn a bit about the business in this coverage piece from FOX29!
