Listen "Mile Marker Nine w/ Derek Taylor"
Episode Synopsis
From Soap to Scents – A Conversation with Derek TaylorIn this episode of Miles Ahead, I sat down with Derek Taylor, owner of Simple Nature Candles in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Kindhearted, community-minded, and just the right amount of witty, Derek has built a candle business that’s as unique as the scents he creates. We talk about how his journey started with soap, why candles became his calling, and how one tongue-in-cheek “Ohio” candle unexpectedly caught national attention — landing features in outlets like the New York Times and the Washington Post.Derek shares the story behind Fort Wayne’s signature Apple, Maple, and Bourbon candle, his passion for giving back during natural disasters, and the gratitude he feels for the city that’s supported his dream.This conversation is equal parts inspiring and entertaining, and it’s proof that sometimes the simplest ideas can spark the biggest opportunities. Tune in and tap in.
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