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Inc 500 Ranks Scentsy Top Consumer Products and Services Company Scentsy Appears In Top 100 Direct Selling Companies Scentsy and Tastefully Simple on WNDU Scentsy Celebrates Remarkable Growth For more information on Scentsy including the company's current rank in our home business index, please click here. |
Inc 500 Ranks Scentsy Top Consumer Products and Services Company |
Press Release | 8/27/2010 MERIDIAN, Idaho--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Scentsy, Inc., a rapidly growing home fragrance company, has been named the No. 1 fastest-growing consumer products and services company in the country in the 2010 edition of the Inc. 500 list, published by Inc. magazine. Overall, Scentsy was No. 19 on the prestigious list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.“We knew we were growing at an extraordinary pace, but the Inc. 500 ranking confirms the growth we have achieved is unmatched by all but a handful of companies” .“We knew we were growing at an extraordinary pace, but the Inc. 500 ranking confirms the growth we have achieved is unmatched by all but a handful of companies,” said Heidi Thompson, President and co-owner of Scentsy with her husband Orville. “We are thrilled to be named one of the 20 fastest-growing companies in all of America, and we sincerely commend and thank our outstanding corporate team and our independent party consultants for maintaining the focus on quality, value and service through the challenges of such rapid growth.” Scentsy earned its ranking on the Inc. 500 for increasing its annual revenues from $2,176,876 in 2006 to $178,375,434 in 2009, a cumulative growth rate of 8,094%. This was the first time Scentsy nominated itself for the list. Incredibly, the company grew at an even higher rate during the previous three-year period (2005-2008). It is notable that only seven companies among the top 200 had higher 2009 sales than Scentsy. The vast majority of companies on the Inc. 500 are much smaller. In 2004, Scentsy opened its doors as a direct sales company, offering a safe, wickless alternative to burning open flame candles in homes and offices. Customers saw its flameless candles as not just a safer option but as a better option. Scentsy’s success can be attributed to a simple but compelling product line available through more than 70,000 Independent Consultants that sell the scented candles at home parties, through catalog or basket parties as well as online. “At Scentsy we always strive to bring value to customers by creating and selling high-quality products that warm the heart, enliven the senses, and inspire the soul,” said Orville Thompson, Scentsy Chief Executive Officer and co-owner. “We are humbled at the tremendous customer response and loyalty that our products have generated. And we are honored to be recognized by the Inc. 500, where such major companies as Microsoft and Oracle gained early exposure.” About Scentsy Scentsy, Inc. is a rapidly growing party plan company offering a variety of scented, wickless candles heated in decorative ceramic candle warmers. The simplicity and value of its flameless candle products provide a better alternative to burning wicked candles in the home and office. What began in 2004 in a 40-foot ocean container on a small sheep farm is now an international company headquartered in Meridian, Idaho, with more than 70,000 current Independent sales Consultants in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and Canada. About Inc. Magazine and the Inc. 500 Founded in 1979, Inc. (www.inc.com) is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies that delivers real solutions for today’s innovative company builders. The 2010 Inc. 500 was unveiled in the September issue (available on newsstands through November 15) and on Inc.com. The 2010 Inc. 500 measures revenue growth from 2006 through 2009. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by the first week of 2006, and therefore able to show four full calendar years of sales. Additionally, they had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent – not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies – as of December 31, 2009.
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Scentsy Appears In Top 100 Direct Selling Companies |
Npros.com | 7/22/2010 With a 2009 sales figure of $178.4 million, a well known fragrance company that goes by the name of Scentsy has acquired the 64th slot on a Global list of the top 100 direct selling companies in the world, which is compiled annually by Direct Selling News (DSN). DSN is the official publication of the Direct Selling Association, and is generally considered one of the most comprehensive reports in the industry. Listed companies range from annual sales of over $10 billion for first place entry to roughly $67 million for the one hundredth place entry.“This ranking validates the tremendous growth Scentsy has experienced, but our success is merely a result of passionate customers and party consultants, and an outstanding corporate team. In the midst of rapid growth, the Scentsy family has risen to the challenge of maintaining our focus on quality, value and service." said Heidi Thompson, President and co-owner. Scentsy began operations in 2004 with its wickless candles that offer an alternative to the standard open flame archetype. The company's record highs remained strong throughout 2009 as customers saw the new product as a safer option. Last year Scentsy was recognized by receiving the Rising Star Award of the Direct Selling Association. “At Scentsy we always strive to bring value to customers by creating and selling high-quality products that warm the heart, enliven the senses, and inspire the soul. Knowing the many well-run and fast-growing direct selling companies out there, we are honored by our place on this list.” said Orville Thompson, Scentsy Chief Executive Officer and co-owner. |
Scentsy Press Release |
Press Release | 4/28/2010 April 20, 2010 (Atlanta, CA) Fighting cancer is a lonely and daunting experience especially for children, which is why this spring Scentsy, Inc. introduced their first Scentsy Family Foundation warmer to support The Sunshine Kids Foundation. Since 1982, The Sunshine Kids Foundation has provided free, positive and exciting group activities for children receiving cancer treatments in hospitals across North America. In support of their efforts, Scentsy introduced their first charitable cause warmer, Sunshine Kids.Heidi Thompson, co-owner of Scentsy said, “We were inspired to start this foundation because at Scentsy employees and consultants value contributing more than you take. We are making that concept the core value of the foundation”. The warmer’s bright primary colors capture the simple joys of childhood and 100% of net profits from its sales directly benefit the Sunshine Foundation. The Sunshine Warmer is available now through Aug. 31, 2010. The Scentsy Family Foundation will continue to select a charitable cause or organization to support twice a year. To purchase a Sunshine Kids warmer and brighten a young life, contact your local Scentsy consultant. To learn more about the Sunshine Kids Foundation, visit: www.sunshinekids.org. |
Scentsy and Tastefully Simple on WNDU |
Npros.com | 4/13/2010 In a recent article, WNDU recognized Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, and other direct sellers as alternatives for additional income in harsh economic times. The article references the fact that with many families needing more income and partners often working two, or even more, jobs to make ends meet, the opportunities provided by direct selling can often be a valuable solution to a stressful problem. Companies such as Scentsy and Tastefully Simple, with their direct selling approach, can help to ease the financial and psychological strains on families in need.Read the full article at the link below. |
Scentsy Celebrates Remarkable Growth |
Benzinga | 12/22/2009 After just five years in business, Scentsy, Inc. is proving that a simple and authentic business strategy can translate into profitable growth.The company, which offers scented, wickless candles through a Party Plan system, now has more than 50,000 independent consultants throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Canada. Scentsy is celebrating its fifth year anniversary and its remarkable growth since starting on a small Idaho sheep farm in 2004. "In a short amount of time, Scentsy has proven that it has the product value and quality people are seeking in today's market," said John Curtis, Communications vice President for Scentsy. |
Scentsy in the Lane Report |
Lane Report | 10/26/2009 Scentsy Inc., an Idaho-based party plan company that specializes in wickless candles, is adding a second shift at the distribution center it opened in Lexington this summer.The new shift will create approximately 50 new jobs, bringing its total workforce number to about 120. |
Scentsy Contribute in MaineToday |
MaineToday.com | 10/17/2009 On October 12, 2009 people all over the country will be a part of Scentsy Contribute 2009: Big Help for Small Business. This event was organized by Scentsy Wickless Candles and asks people to pledge to spend $50 on this day at a locally owned business as a boost to the local economy.The goal is to have at least 100,000 people pledge to participate nationwide bringing a possible $5 million boost. Maine people have always been fantastic about helping neighbors. Think of the potential that this day could have on someone you know! To pledge or for more information, please visit the Scentsy Contribute webpage at http://scentsycontribute.org. |
Scentsy Pushing Support for Local Businesses |
nwitimes.com | 9/30/2009 Scentsy Co. is trying to get everyone to patronize the small businesses in their communities by asking everyone to log on to scentsycontribute.org and pledge to spend at least $50 at a local store and then rally friends, family and customers to do the same, to make a meaningful sales impact for a local small business of your choice on or after Oct. 12As part of its promotion, the company invites people to buy online a Contribute 2009 T-shirt for $9 and get a $10 Scentsy gift certificate in return. |
Scentsy in the Clarksville Leaf Chronicle |
Clarksville Leaf Chronicle | 9/30/2009 As Sharon Gordley opened the door of her home, a sweet scent filled the air. "It's black raspberry vanilla," she said.The scent came from a Scentsy scent bar melted in a pretty ceramic warmer. Gordley is a consultant for the home-based company that offers its scent bars and warmers at in-home parties and through business displays. Gordley says she and her daughter, Kristen Blogg, are candle fanatics. "We especially loved Yankee candles until one of my daughter's friends sent her a Scentsy system as a Christmas gift. |
Scentsy Wins National Direct Sales Awards |
Idaho Business Review | 8/16/2009 Three Idaho companies were among the five to receive awards this summer from the Direct Selling Association, a national trade group for firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers.Scentsy, Inc., a five-year-old wickless candle maker based in Meridian, received the Rising Star Award, presented to an “up-and-coming direct selling company that has dedicated itself to achieving a high standard of excellence in business operations,” according to a news release from the DSA. |
Scentsy New Distribution Center to Create 100 Jobs |
Npros.com | 8/12/2009 Scentsy Inc., an Idaho-based party plan company, has announced plans to open a new distribution center in Lexington that will create 70 to 100 new jobs by the end of 2009. Scentsy specializes in scented, wickless candles that are heated in decorative ceramic warmers. The company has more than 35,000 independent consultants who sell its products. |
Scentsy Mentioned in Idaho Statesman |
IdahoStatesman.com | 8/12/2009 It's an interesting concept: wickless scented candles that don't use flame, but rather melt from the heat of a 25-watt bulb in a decorative candle warmer. Even without a salesperson's insistence that "scents bring people together," you might be inclined to make a purchase, just to see what all the fuss is about.This reaction is largely responsible for Meridian company Scentsy's explosive growth. Four years ago, Scentsy operated in a 40-foot, air-conditioned ocean-freight container on a sheep farm. In five years, it has grown more than 300 percent annually. Its revenue was $109 million in the year that ended June 30. |
The Symposium Experience Keynote Speaker CEO of Scentsy |
Npros.com | 4/23/2009 Orem, UT (PRWEB) April 14, 2009 -- It is common knowledge that while a number of direct selling companies achieve brilliant success, many others barely make it out of the gate! The Symposium Group, a consortium of MLM and Party Plan experts, holds symposiums to train entrepreneurs interested in starting a company as well as executive teams of startup and existing MLM and Party Plan companies. The curriculum includes training and strategies essential to succeed in the network marketing industry.Orville Thompson, CEO of booming MLM company, Scentsy, attended past Symposiums to learn the MLM ropes. At a past Symposium, when all the speakers gave a brief synopsis of what they'd be talking about, Orville said he'd be speaking about "why it's important to listen to the rest of these guys." The Symposium Experience is a bi-annual, two-day conference where industry experts share their state-of-the-art, hands-on experience. In other words, you learn the ropes! The Symposium features: Presentation of direct sales best-practices by industry leaders. Valuable insights to help you grow your company in a down economy. One-on-one consultations with industry experts who will answer your questions. Opportunity to network with industry peers. Select resources to share with your teams. |
Scentsy Grows 491 Percent with Party Pulse |
Press Release | 2/14/2009 Waltham, MA (PRWEB) February 12, 2009 -- IMN, specializing in e-communications solutions for the direct selling industry, today announced that in just a 12-month time period, its client Scentsy saw sales volume increase by 491% after introducing its "Making Perfect Scents" e-newsletter based on IMN Party Pulse™. During that same time period, Scentsy also grew from 1,992 independent consultants to 11,501 consultants--growing nearly 6 times in size in its fourth year of business."We attribute this unprecedented growth to our ability to connect our message with the hearts and minds of thousands of people," says Orville Thompson, CEO of Scentsy. "Our 'Making Perfect Scents' e-newsletter that we get through the IMN Party Pulse program is our main tool for making those connections." |
Scentsy in the Salt Lake Tribune |
Salt Lake Tribune | 9/27/2008 According to the Salt Lake Tribune, Scentsy Inc.'s convention may pump more than $4.5M into the local economy...Up to 5,000 people are expected in Salt Lake City from Aug. 10 to Aug. 15 for the 2009 convention of Scentsy Inc., a Boise, Idaho-based company that sells wickless wax scent bars. With conventioneers filling 4,500 room nights in area hotels, the meeting is projected to generate $4.5 million for Salt Lake County's economy, said Todd J. Ness, who booked the sale for the Salt Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau. |
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