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SEARCHAre you interested in being a beauty industry educator? We hear from a stylist who followed her dream of educating full-time, and learn the steps she took along the way.
Renee Marie is a bridal stylist educator and career coach.
There's nothing better than being able to spotlight beauty professionals who are "following their bliss." As we celebrate 100 Years of MODERN SALON in 2024, we're highlighting hairdressers, beauty pros, and industry leaders who have taken that cosmetology education and run with it. They leveraged their license as passports to explore a multitude of avenues within their careers, discovering a wealth of opportunities along the way.
Renee Marie has been a friend of MODERN SALON for years. In 2018, she was chosen as one of the MODERN SALON 100, she has been invited to participate in MODERN's Artist Session: Creator Series, and we have interviewed her and followed her as her career evolves.
This latest interview offers a peek at her path and her purpose, while looking at how she knew it was time to make the leap to educating, full time.
Renee Marie shares her journey from salon stylist to full-time educator, now coaching and mentoring future leaders in the industry.
Learning the importance of structure and listening to students' needs in teaching bridal hair classes
Having a clear outline and adapting to students' questions improved her effectiveness as an educator
She continued to combine teaching bridal hair classes with seeing clients, allowing her to apply her knowledge and skills in real-world situations while continuing to learn and improve as an educator
Started online courses and programs after moving to North Carolina.
Realized she wanted to shift to a new part of her journey, leading to a fresh start
Renee advises new educators to do what fits their lifestyle, not just follow what others are doing.
Highlighting the benefits of being an independent educator, including flexibility and creative control.
Renee Marie emphasizes the importance of finding a community and mentorship to help you grow and reach your goals.
She encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their unique abilities, and to surround themselves with like-minded people
In an anniversary year for the Arrojo NYC brand, on an early Monday morning, Nick Arrojo used a razor on my hair. And I liked it.
Join us in congratulating this year's list of hardworking, game-changing individuals.
With more than four decades in the industry, hairdresser and MODE Education founder Stan Newton has built a career around the art and discipline of cutting hair, learning the rules so he can break them.
Ashley Leoncini believes success in beauty is built through genuine connection, resourcefulness and the willingness to evolve. A bridal specialist with 17 years in the industry, Leoncini has created a career by making clients feel valued, investing in hands-on education and redefining success to include a healthier work-life balance.
Able to create a shag with gorgeous texture on anyone, Stephanie Carrillo has found her calling within the beauty industry. Now she teaches shag cutting techniques herself, inspiring countless other stylists to fall in love with creating the popular look.
When you think of Stephanie Geib, think bold color. Think beautiful dimension. Think...your hairstylist best friend. As a 2017 Honoree of the MODERN SALON 100, Geib is the perfect example of being a positive force in the beauty industry, advising that being kind to others and sharing your knowledge is the real success.
Hannah Mejia believes lasting success comes from mastering your craft, embracing lifelong education and trusting that the career you dream about is within reach. A stylist, educator and content creator, Mejia has spent 15 years building a business rooted in creativity, communication and continuous growth.
Katy Samuels has spent 14 years proving that creativity thrives when you stop searching for the "right" way and start trusting your own instincts. Known for her creative color work and signature Headband Prism technique, Samuels encourages beauty professionals to embrace mistakes, refine their craft and develop a style that's uniquely their own.
Erin Munoz has spent 17 years building a thriving business behind the chair while proving that success doesn't have to come at the expense of life outside the salon. A color specialist, content creator and salon owner, Munoz believes beauty professionals should treat their careers like businesses, embrace change and make room for both financial growth and personal fulfillment.
North Carolina-based hairstylist Tyler Plemmons wants you to know one thing: Positivity and perseverance will get you everywhere. This MODERN SALON Artist Connective Member and 2018 MODERN SALON 100 Honoree is known for beautiful balayage, gorgeous vivids, and soft pastel hair color.
For Angelica Tanta, success has always come down to one thing: practice. Originally from Romania, Tanta credits an online mentor from Ukraine—despite never meeting in person and communicating through Google Translate—with inspiring her to perfect her bridal artistry through relentless repetition.
Angela Orozco believes long-term success in the beauty industry is built on trust, consistency and genuine human connection. A stylist at The Nest Salon in Brea, California, Orozco has spent 14 years cultivating a reputation for dimensional brunettes, precision haircutting and authentic relationships that have fueled her career.
Erin Mills believes beauty professionals deserve more than a successful career. A hairstylist turned multi-salon owner, Mills has spent 17 years growing her business while helping her team create lasting impact.
For Mish Jolie (@meltedbymish), success isn't measured by how busy you are, it's measured by how fulfilled you feel. The Connecticut-based stylist, educator and MODERN SALON 100 honoree has built a career around balayage, lived-in brunettes and razor cutting.
Amanda Harsche has built her career on two simple beliefs: never stop learning and never stop connecting.
Whether it's social media, fashion, film, art, or culture, Chaz Dean advises stylists to stay aware of what's inspiring people. Take the elements that make sense for you in these five lessons learned through a life in beauty.
For Jessica Domoney, building a successful career isn't about saying yes to every opportunity, it's about protecting your time, investing in yourself and creating an experience clients won't forget.
