Q and A with Melissa from Cape May, New Jersey, living in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

“Don’t give up when times get tough.”

Q: What are you passionate about?

A: I am very passionate about helping small businesses grow using different types of marketing. I found this passion through experience of starting my own different businesses and seeing the results produced. Some of my interests are watching hockey, preferably my son’s games, boating, going to the beach, and traveling. I just opened a new candle bar and boutique called Sea Love Hilton Head. It is my newest project and off to a great start.

Q: Please share about what it’s like to make your own candle at the candle bar.

A: Your custom candle experience takes about 45 minutes to one hour. There are 100+ fragrances for your choosing, and we guide you through the candle pouring process. Beer and wine are available during your experience. Candles take 2 hours to cool before they are ready to take home or can be shipped for $12/ea. If you wish to pour a candle and pick it up the same day, please be sure to reserve a time at least 3 hours before close to ensure your candle has time to cool. If you are unable to pick up your candles the same day, you are welcome to pick them up anytime in the two weeks following your visit.

Planning on enjoying a meal at a local restaurant as part of your celebration? We recommend pouring candles first, then making a restaurant reservation for while your candles cool. We are just a short stroll to restaurants and shops; we’re happy to share some of our recommendations!

Q: What were your younger years like?

A: I grew up in Cape May, NJ, a very small town. I have a very large Italian family whom all still live in Cape May. I played soccer growing up and many other sports and activities. I attended school at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida, and I studied business management. I always knew I wanted to be a business owner. Many family members owned their own businesses and I saw that growing up. What really impacted my life is when I left NJ and moved to SC with just my 4 year old son and myself leaving my family behind and starting fresh and new on our own. There were many ups and downs, but it lead to success. I took a risk that not many would take and trusted GOD.

Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?

A: Don’t give up when times get tough. If you do something wrong, it can always be fixed. Hard work pays off. One thing I learned early on is that the main ingredient to a successful business is the marketing. There can be seven others that offer the same services, but you need to think outside of the box and make yours different.

Q: In honor of Valentine’s Day, who is someone you love and would like to give a shout-out to?
A: I am engaged to an amazing man Jeremy who brings out the best in me, and we have a grand baby named Aria who calls me BeBe.

Connect with me! Click below:

Marketing & design: https://mdmbizconsulting.com

Entrepreneurs: https://earthangelsenterprise.com

Candle bar: sealovehiltonhead.com

Thanks for reading!