Melissa Gallardo

More About Me & Bonita Fierce Candles:

I have extensive knowledge in business, guided by experts and leaders in companies such as J. P. Morgan Chase, American Express, Ulta Beauty, All Raise, Credo Beauty, Fearless Foundation, Tory Burch Foundation, Ladies Who Launch, Digital Undivided, iFundWomen, and more.

• Bonita Fierce Candles is the first Latina owned and inspired candle brand at Nordstrom, Barnes & Noble and Urban Outfitters.

• Bonita Fierce Candles is sold at 700+ stores nationwide.

• Bonita Fierce Candles has been recognized by NBC News, Good Morning America, ABC-7 Eyewitness News, Univision, Cosmopolitan, and more. You can find all of our recent press here.

• Bonita Fierce Candles won the 2023 Emerging Brand Award at the NYNOW Impact and Innovation Awards.

• Melissa has won over $100,000+ in lifetime non-dilutive funding and prizes (grants and pitch competitions) to build and amplify Bonita Fierce Candles.

Take the guesswork out of business basics.

Starting your first business takes courage. I'm Melissa, Founder & CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles. It is my mission to open doors for first-time, multicultural entrepreneurs who have historically not had access to resources.

It's time to dream big.

From first-time side hustlers to growing businesses, I'll guide you to make decisions from the start, find and build your audience, and present your brand with authenticity. After building a multi-six figure candle brand, I’m ready to guide your brand through your unique point of view and make you your own dream jefa!