ANIA OOTEN

Ania Ooten has been working as a Paraeducator with students who are disabled in the Compton Unified School District for the last 10 years Her lifelong desire to teach led her to pursue a bachelor's degree in Education from Los Angeles Pacific University Two years ago, she was inspired to start her brand Ania Aroma Candles

Ania Aroma Candles is a well-renowned online store that features a variety of high-quality and affordable candles. The company ' s passion for excellence has driven them from the beginning and continues to drive them for the future. The team at Ania Aroma Candles knows that every candle counts as they strive to make the entire shopping experience as rewarding and fun as possible

What inspired your interest in being a Paraeducator?

I was inspired to be a paraeducator because of my passion, compassion, and patience in working with disabled children Also, my grandmother Grace was disabled, and at a young age watching her inspired me, and I knew this was a calling Being empathic led me to a decision to work with individuals with disabilities

How did your role in the school district prepare you for your career in entrepreneurship?

After the pandemic and schools closed, I started a candle business

Tell us about Ania Aroma Candles When did you realize this was your gift?

I realized it was a gift to sell candles when I got the signs of what my logo would be, and I just stepped out on faith

What sets your brand apart from other candle companies?

My candle business candles have a natural clean burn, fragrances are long-lasting, and the appearance of the candle illuminates as a lantern and puts you in a peaceful and tranquil mood

What message or experience do you hope new customers take away from your brand?

The experience I want my customers to take away from my candle is having a nice aroma with a clean burn that gives them serenity after they light it