note from kenna
Five years ago, Doug and I stepped into this journey and never could've imagined what came next.
The way this business has grown continues to leave us both stunned and deeply grateful. Back in 2019, when we took on SCC, we didn’t realize it was just the beginning. The very next year, we poured our hearts into launching Midwest Fragrance Company—a candle/soap supply company built from the same passion and spirit as SCC—and watched, amazed, as it took off faster than we ever dreamed possible.
Throughout this, we have found our truest passion in MWFC and working with other small business owners and makers to help them create amazing products, grow their businesses, and create freedom for themselves JUST LIKE we have been able to do through owning SCC for the last 5 years. None of this growth would exist without SCC, the foundation laid by my parents, and the simple, beautiful dream they began nurturing back in 2005.
We believe in transparency, even (and especially) when it's hard. And right now, as we've continued scaling and growing, Doug and I have hit a crossroads that's led to one of the most difficult decisions we've ever faced.
SCC isn’t just a company, it's been a part of me since I was 6 years old. It's grown with me, taught me, shaped me, and in many ways, defined who I've become. Taking the last five years to steward something my parents built has been an honor that’s changed me in ways I can’t even begin to put into words. But it's also given me clarity that now is the right time to pause, reflect, and thoughtfully figure out what this next chapter holds, both for myself & Doug and for SCC.
Honestly, it's a lot to process and comes with ALL the feelings. But one thing is clear: I'm forever grateful—to my parents for entrusting me, to Doug for believing in me, to our team for standing by us, and to all of you for growing with me every step of the way.
We don’t have all the answers yet—but we do know how grateful we are for every order, every kind message, and every part of this journey with you. 💛 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Talk soon friends, Kenna (& Doug)
