Beyond Beauty with PBA

In this episode of PBA’s Beyond Beauty podcast, we chat with Kelly Westbrook from My Salon Suite about her inspiring journey in the beauty industry. From discovering her passion at just 7 years old to working behind the chair, transitioning into sales and education, and empowering independent beauty professionals, Kelly shares valuable insights from her career.

She also tackles the challenges of growth, explaining why being uncomfor...

In this episode of PBA’s Beyond Beauty podcast, we chat with Kelly Westbrook from My Salon Suite about her inspiring journey in the beauty industry. From discovering her passion at just 7 years old to working behind the chair, transitioning into sales and education, and empowering independent beauty professionals, Kelly shares valuable insights from her career.

She also tackles the challenges of growth, explaining why being uncomfor...

In this episode of PBA’s Beyond Beauty podcast, we chat with Kelly Westbrook from My Salon Suite about her inspiring journey in the beauty industry. From discovering her passion at just 7 years old to working behind the chair, transitioning into sales and education, and empowering independent beauty professionals, Kelly shares valuable insights from her career.

She also tackles the challenges of growth, explaining why being uncomfor...

Join PBA's Beyond Beauty podcast as we dive into the inspiring story of John Mosley, widely recognized as @popular_nobody. From styling celebrities to becoming one of the most sought-after educators in the beauty industry, John shares his incredible journey.

In this episode, John opens up about the meaning behind his iconic Instagram handle, the power of staying true to your process, and his mission to uplift others in the industry....

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Ian Murphy: Meet Ian Murphy, the owner of BosleyMD, a gender-neutral hair loss brand redefining innovation in the beauty space. Ian’s journey took him from the UK to the U.S., chasing his dream of making an impact in the beauty industry. In this episode, Ian opens up about the lessons he's learned, the importance of patience, and why staying open to continuous growth has been key to his suc...

Tune into PBA's Beyond Beauty podcast as we explore the inspiring career journey of Jason Eichholz, Vice President of Buy-Rite Beauty a leading company in Salon & Spa Equipment. Formerly a certified CPA, Jason now brings his previous expertise to the family business, which has thrived for three generations. In this episode, he opens up about the passion and dedication behind their business, sharing insights on bridging the gap ...

Tune into PBA's Beyond Beauty podcast as we explore the inspiring career journey of Jason Eichholz, Vice President of Buy-Rite Beauty a leading company in Salon & Spa Equipment. Formerly a certified CPA, Jason now brings his previous expertise to the family business, which has thrived for three generations. In this episode, he opens up about the passion and dedication behind their business, sharing insights on bridging the gap ...

Tune into Beyond Beauty podcast as we explore the inspiring career journey of Chelsea Vonne James—Entrepreneur, NAHA Winner, and passionate beauty advocate. Chelsea's path to success has been shaped by overcoming challenges and embracing growth through adversity. In this episode, she opens up about redefining success, valuing meaningful experiences, and building self-worth beyond external achievements. Join us as we dive into her e...

Tune into PBA’s Beyond Beauty Podcast, where we explore the inspiring career journey of Lucas Kemper, the founder of Dandymen. From his early days as a barber to becoming a successful entrepreneur, Lucas shares the many obstacles he faced while building his brand. His story encourages us all to follow our dreams because no dream is too big. During the challenging times of COVID, Lucas used the opportunity to grow and begin his entr...

Tune into today's Beyond Beauty Podcast, where we explore the inspiring career journey of Sari Sternschein, Division President of her family's long-standing business, Qosmedix®. Sari's path began in marketing, where she discovered her passion for beauty. Starting her career at Clarins, she later transitioned to Estee Lauder, before pursuing a Master's in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and Management from the Fashion Institute of...

Tune into today's Beyond Beauty Podcast, where we dive into the inspiring journey of Yolanda Johnson, founder of Integrated Roots International®. Starting as a college student passionate about hair care, she evolved into a mobile braider and statewide haircare coach. Now, as a successful cosmetologist and business owner, Yolanda shares how her purpose has driven her to build a brand rooted in self-love. Join us to hear her story of...

Join us on Autumn Yarbrough's powerful entrepreneurship journey as we dive into her story. Autumn created a hair care line that supports women struggling with hair loss. In this episode, we explore the challenges of launching a business in an under-discussed space and the empowering impact of offering solutions for a deeply personal issue. Discover how resilience, innovation, and heart drive this mission to help women feel confiden...

Step into the world of beauty business with Giovanni Picone, Executive Vice President of Alfaparf, in this episode of "Beyond Beauty." From his beginnings in Italy to his current position in the corporate realm, Giovanni shares insights into his remarkable journey, offering valuable lessons on career growth and embracing change. Giovanni highlights the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in navigating the ever-evolvi...

Join us in this episode of Beyond Beauty as we explore the journey and contributions of Myra Reddy in the beauty industry, focusing on government affairs. With over a decade of experience at the Professional Beauty Association, Myra has been instrumental in driving change through lobbying and advocating for legislative bills. As the Director of Government Affairs, she emphasizes the significance of unity within the beauty community...

Discover the fascinating world of hairstyling in this episode of Beyond Beauty Podcast with the amazing Cherry Petenbrink! As an accomplished editorial and celebrity hairstylist, Cherry has taken on the role of Artistic Director for Olivia Garden, bringing her expertise to new heights. Join us as she shares her unique journey in the beauty industry, reflecting on the various career shifts that shaped her path. Cherry delves into th...

Tune into Beyond Beauty podcast as we explore the inspiring career journey of Cole Thompson, now the Creative Director at Elevation H. From starting as an apprentice in the beauty industry in Manchester, England, in 2000, to becoming one of today's most influential figures in hair, Cole shares his passion for beauty and the unwavering support he's received from the community.

Today we learn about his evolution from skill development...

Tune into Beyond Beauty podcast as we learn about the entrepreneurial spirit with Lexi Lomax! With 17 years in the industry Lexi shares her journey, deeply rooted in her upbringing around running a family business. Her story is a testament to the power of loving what you do and finding unending inspiration in it. Lexi dives into the unique intersection between the realms of business and beauty, and how she's dedicated herself to br...

Tune into Beyond Beauty Podcast as we dive deep into the world of hairstyling with the incredible Missy Megginson! With 18 years of experience in the beauty industry, Missy is not just a hairstylist; she's a true artist. In this episode, we explore the journey of a dedicated mom, wife, and a thriving business woman, who has channeled years of hard work and passion into perfecting her craft. Join us as we uncover the secrets to her ...