My family's candle company is looking for a few things, only I have no idea where to start searching -

1) Distributors - As a manufacturer, we'd rather get orders for hundreds or thousands of units - not one or two direct from consumers.  Where can we search for distributors who might be willing to distribute our product?

2) Manufacturers - If we're going to fill distributor orders, we need to start buying our supplies factory direct and not through a distributor.  Where can I look for manufacturers who might have the product I need?

Thanks.

_MaH

I would start with a google search, then trade magazines if you have them.  Maybe other candle makers that may or may not be you competition.  Try to find a candle makers message board.

No matter the industry, 9 times out of 10 any or all of the above apply.