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Sponsored by WAHL Prohttps://bit.ly/KunoWAHl Interview with Vernon JacksonVernon Jackson, the viral sensation out of Cincinnati, OH, has gained a tremendous following with views at 30 million worldwide because of the public and financial sponsorship for The Gifted Event. Vernon is a two-time published author, with his book, “The Looking Glass,” as a bestseller on Amazon. He is the owner of Noble Barbershop and Salon out of Coryville where he hosts The Gifted Event, where children with special needs can get the patience, empathy, accommodation, and understanding needed to receive the experience of an upstanding haircut. Appearing on the Jennifer Hudson show is one of the many avenues that has opened due to The Gifted Event, as well as a multitude of other opportunities and a substantial following. Vernon is a man of many hats, be it relationship advice, special needs accommodations, or peer relationships. Vernon is an owner, author, and influencer, but most of all a significant staple in the special needs community. Links: https://www.instagram.com/thebest1period/https://linktr.ee/Authorvernonjackson News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/summer-scalp-care-picks-from-jooy-founder-jennifer-yen/https://www.thetease.com/amika-smooth-over-pro-service-vs-your-frizz-your-salons-new-best-friend/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Are you overwhelmed by building your business but determined to make it work at whatever cost? Welcome to Tease Talks. This once-a-month digital media series is focused on providing bite-sized pieces of content for those in the beauty industry. Working to connect with hair stylists, aestheticians, makeup artists, massage therapists and salon owners from around the world to educate and inspire pushing further in the beauty industry. Produced by The Tease alongside Volume Up by The Tease.New for 2024, the host every other month will be Ben Barkworth. Barkworth, founder of FASTFOILS, will be heading up a new series focusing on the expansive careers you can have in the industry, connecting with other artists and taking you along with him around the world. Barkworth is the owner of JUSTB Salon, Toronto and an international award-winning hairstylist with over 15 years of experience. He is also the founder of FASTFOILS and leads with a mission to inspire, educate, create and promote hair health. https://www.instagram.com/ben_barkworth/ https://www.instagram.com/justbsalon/https://www.instagram.com/fastfoils/ This month Barkworth is joined by Nick Stenson to discuss all the paths you can take as a beauty professional, building your business muscle and digging deep to be successful. An experienced beauty executive as well as hands-on beauty creator, Nick Stenson serves as the Sr. VP, Store and Services Operations for Ulta Beauty, where he leads a diverse corporate team across seven business units, oversees trend innovation for hair, skin, brow and makeup services, and sets the strategic course for services and education. Stenson first joined Ulta Beauty in 2016 as the company’s first Chief Artistic Director, then soon assembled and continues to lead the Ulta Beauty Pro Team, the salon industry’s first ongoing collaboration of individual, brand-affiliated beauty artists. A second-generation hair stylist and longstanding partner with L'Oréal USA as an educator, brand ambassador, celebrity stylist and influencer, Stenson has built his career and life around a mantra of “I see your beauty.” Nick consciously curated and leads Nick Stenson Beauty. Nick Stenson Beauty is where nature meets luxury. In 2019, he introduced a premium set of professional-grade Curious Brushes by Nick Stenson as a limited-edition collection. In 2022, Stenson launched a passion-project collection of 12 hair care products formulated with the finest, most ethically sourced, innovative ingredients, including soothing, strengthening aloe vera gel. Nick Stenson Beauty products are designed to empower everyone to be confident in their own hair. https://nickstensonbeauty.com/https://www.instagram.com/nickstensonbeauty/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/nickstenson/ More from TheTease:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Credits: Tease Talks is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.

Interview with Ashleigh BaileyAshleigh Bailey is a social media coach and educator specializing in the hairdressing industry and has over 12 years of experience. Her knowledge and unique insight have led her to work on events such as the Australian Fashion Week 2024 and partner with renowned brands like Olaplex, and Cloud9. Through workshops, online courses, and speaking engagements, she empowers salon owners to create viral social media posts and leverage social media as a pivotal business tool.Raised in a family-run business, Ashleigh understands the unique challenges small businesses face and is committed to using her skills to help salons achieve significant growth and success. Links: https://www.instagram.com/socialcoachash/ https://ashleighbailey.consulting/https://www.facebook.com/AshBaileyConsulting News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/stylist-meg-schipani-spills-on-how-alterna-haircares-restructuring-bond-repair-line-delivers-healthy-hair-for-clients/https://www.thetease.com/celebrity-hairstylist-nicky-clarke-on-his-career-beginnings-most-remarkable-styling-moments-and-launching-his-brand-in-the-u-s/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by JCPenney Salon and Beautyhttps://jcp.is/3TTouNZ Interview with Ammon CarverAmmon Carver, a distinguished and award-winning hairstylist celebrated for his sophisticated aesthetic and outstanding portfolio, has crafted a career adorned with 13 nominations and 5 prestigious victories. Notably, he clinched the Master Hairstylist of the Year and Salon Team of the Year awards at the North American Hairstyling Awards in 2015, showcasing his commitment to excellence. His most recent triumph includes the prestigious Leo Passage Award at the Global Image Awards in 2023, underscoring his continued dedication to industry leadership. Hailing from Salt Lake City, Ammon initiated his career in Colorado, where he discovered the transformative power of his scissors. His rise to prominence featured pivotal roles at Warren-Tricomi Salon in the Plaza Hotel, New York, and Mizu Salon, followed by an illustrious 12-year tenure as the Artistic Director at Matrix, a division of L’Oreal. In 2014, Ammon was appointed as the Creative Director at L'ANZA Healing Haircare. Subsequently, he took on the role of Chief Artistic Director at Ulta Beauty, where he influenced salon and services direction, provided guidance, and training to stylists nationwide. During his time in New York, Ammon established the Ammon Carver Studio, a unique blend of a salon and photography studio embodying "likeable luxury." Committed to authenticity, the studio offered a distinctive experience and engaged in philanthropic endeavors worldwide. Ammon's stellar clientele included celebrities such as Kate Beckinsale, Molly Sims, Amanda Seyfried, Kirsten Dunst, and Leighton Meester. Links: https://www.instagram.com/ammoncarver/ https://www.instagram.com/hu.manebeauty/ https://merakihousesalon.com/ammon https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammon-carver-023684265#:~:text=His%20New%20York%20career%20began,Oreal%20for%20over%2012%20years. News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/i-got-a-bellami-x-andrew-fitzsimons-ponytail-heres-what-to-know/https://www.thetease.com/stylist-angela-meadows-on-how-to-get-serena-williams-winning-espys-blonde/More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by Schedulicityhttps://bit.ly/SchedulicityxTheTease $10 off your monthly subscription for the first year*discount is already populated on the promo linkSponsored by Paul Mitchell Neurohttps://bit.ly/PMNeuroFull Interview with Sophia EmmanuelSophia Emmanuel is a dedicated cosmetologist based in New York City. She is known for her exceptional services at Mane Advocates salon. Drawing from over two decades of experience as a cosmetologist, Sophia's passion for hair and scalp care has been unwavering. Her services enhance aesthetics and rejuvenate the scalp, creating a conducive environment for healthy hair growth.As a certified trichologist, she specializes in identifying causes of hair loss or scalp disorders and recommending effective treatments tailored to each individual's needs.Sophia's dedication to advancing hair health has earned her recognition, with features in esteemed publications such as BET.com, Huffington Post, and Harper's Bazaar. Her contributions as a former writer for Naturallycurly.com further highlight her commitment to educating and empowering others in hair health. Links: https://www.instagram.com/sophiaknowshair/?hl=en https://www.crownworthy.com/ https://www.crownworthy.com/soothe https://vandcobeauty.com/pages/about https://www.instagram.com/vandcobeauty_/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/is-it-the-right-time-for-a-price-increase-behind-the-chair/https://www.thetease.com/clean-textured-haircare-brand-strands-of-faith-just-announced-a-major-rebrand/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

This episode is a repost of the interview from Season 1 Episode 11. Interview with The Hair Historian UK-based Rachel Gibson shares her extensive experience working as an editor for salon professional publications and as “The Hair Historian” — her popular Instagram account. Gibson covers her favorite era for hair, why women began cutting their hair in the 20th century, and how 2020/21's hair will be remembered.Gibson launched the above-mentioned Hair Historian in 2016 as an Instagram account combining her passions for art and hair history and has been featured as a hair history expert on the BBC and in titles including Time, Vogue, Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Atlantic, and many more.Links: https://www.instagram.com/thehairhistorian/ https://www.rachaelghair.com/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by SOLA Photo courtesy of ©BELLAMI All rights reserved. Interview with Eric VaughnEric Vaughn is a seasoned veteran in the beauty industry with over 14 years of experience. As the proud owner of REV Salon in Houston, Texas, Eric has built a reputation for his exceptional skills and unwavering passion for his craft.Eric was the Official Hair Sponsor for Miss Texas USA and Miss Texas Teen USA for 10 years. This partnership showcased his ability to create the perfect hair color, extensions and styling that perfectly complement the beauty and elegance of the contestants to move to national and international stages. In a first-of-it’s-kind partnership with Bellami Hair Pro, the largest hair extension brand in the world, Eric crafted 10 new extension shades that were added to the brand’s portfolio under his name . This partnership showcases Eric's unique talent and expertise in the field of hair extensions. The success of this collaboration is a testament to Eric's creativity, dedication, and commitment to pushing boundaries and creating innovative solutions for his clients. Eric's work has been featured in publications such as Elle Magazine, Allure, Glamour, Seventeen Magazine, Daily Mail, and the New York Post. His hairstyling and artistic vision have captivated audiences worldwide, earning him a well-deserved place in the beauty industry's spotlight.Eric finds true fulfillment in mentoring and nurturing the new talent within his salon. He is dedicated to helping his team grow and achieve their own goals, finding inspiration in their success. Eric's commitment to fostering a supportive and empowering environment sets him apart as a leader and educator in the industry.Eric's proudest moment in life is becoming husband to his best friend, Tony, and a dad to his twin daughters, Harlow and Monroe. Nothing compares to the joy and fulfillment that has come from building a loving and supportive family: his greatest achievement, and he cherishes every moment spent with his family.Links: https://www.instagram.com/realericvaughn/ https://www.instagram.com/revhair/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/hairtalk-introduces-advanced-bond-preserving-technology-upgraded-weft-quality-and-new-eco-friendly-packaging-to-its-hair-extensions/ https://www.thetease.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-beauty-gives-back-event-coming-to-chicagoland-this-september/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by Hello Salon Prohttps://thetease.shop/products/hellosalonpro Interview with Erika OkvistBased in the UK, Erika Okvist is an experienced hair and makeup designer in the entertainment industry. She has worked on projects like Downton Abbey, Taboo, Parade’s End, The Go-Between and many many more. Her most recent project was as the head of hair and makeup for Bridgerton! She has worked on both season 2 and 3 of the show working with actors like Phoebe Dynevor —den - a ver—-, Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley. With her work, she has won 1 Primetime Emmy, with 3 other wins plus 3 additional nominations. Links: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0960102/https://cdn.casarotto.co.uk/uploads/files/cvs/okvist_2024-05-21-102037_ffrc.pdf?v=1716286837 https://www.casarotto.co.uk/clients/erika-%C3%B6kvist https://www.instagram.com/erika_okvist_makeup_designer/?hl=en News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/covet-mane-is-hitting-the-road-for-its-multi-city-the-coveted-tape-tour/ https://www.thetease.com/the-green-police-an-enemy-of-progress-in-sustainability/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by Dyson Supersonic r™ Professional Hairdryerhttps://bit.ly/TeaseSupersonicr Catch our podcast mini-series, Blown Away: Dyson on Display, hosted by Monae Everett on the Volume Up by The Tease feed.Interview with Marisa StrazzaMarisa Strazza started out sweeping up hair at a barber shop. By an early age, she had already started working as a stylist. Marisa is truly a master of her craft. Working for high-end salons in Montclair and Manhattan, she brings world-class customer service and technical skills to Rebel for today's modern lifestyle. She's known for her perfectionism and warm, bubbly personality. Marisa specializes in many things including razor cutting, curly hair, extensions, and boosting self-esteem.Rebel is a luxury hair salon, she founded, provides exceptional hair care to folks in the NJ area. As its CEO she has built the salon from the ground up with the knowledge, mentoring, and expertise she has gained over the past 16+ years. Bringing New York standard to New Jersey, expect to be truly taken care of and leave feeling heard and beautiful at the end of your visit.Rebel's employees are all extensively trained in technical skills. The standards set by Marisa are higher than your average salon. And these thriving professionals are setting an eco-conscious example for the beauty industry by using only responsibly sourced products and continuously looking for ways to do and be better. Links: https://www.instagram.com/strazzabeatdown/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/rebelhairnj/?hl=en https://www.rebelhairnj.com/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/fenty-hair-rihannas-new-hair-care-line-officially-has-a-launch-date/ https://www.thetease.com/celebrity-hairstylist-kim-kimble-on-her-love-of-wigs-her-hair-empire-and-her-most-memorable-styling-moments/More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Sponsored by OLAPLEXhttps://bit.ly/olaplexpro Sponsored by Dyson Supersonic r™ Professional Hairdryerhttps://bit.ly/TeaseSupersonicr Catch our podcast mini-series, Blown Away: Dyson on Display, hosted by Monae Everett on the Volume Up by The Tease feed.Interview with Chad KenyonChad Kenyon is a Los Angeles-based colorist whose number one priority is maintaining healthy, beautifully colored hair. Kenyon’s signature service, Colormelt®, includes balayage accompanied by his face-framing HairStrobing™ method. His Colormelt® service enhances facial features and lends a more authentic feeling than traditional coloring, leaving clients feeling like a younger, fresher version of themselves. In 2014, Kenyon joined forces with Olaplex and continues to serve as Olaplex Brand Ambassador.Kenyon’s ability to create customized hair color that enhances his clients’ natural beauty continually draws in celebrities such as Salma Hayek, Kiernan Shipka, Elisabeth Moss, Carla Gugino, Melissa McCarthy, Abigail Spencer, Rachel Keller, and Rowan Blanchard. Links: https://www.instagram.com/chadkenyon/?hl=enhttps://www.thewallgroup.com/artist/chad-kenyonhttps://olaplex.com/blogs/news/meet-our-ambassadors-chad-kenyon News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/revolutionizing-nail-salons-bluetooth-innovation-in-the-e-file-sector/ https://www.thetease.com/jcpenney-salon-manager-and-master-updo-artist-ally-ventura-shares-3-hairstyles-that-are-perfect-for-your-next-special-occasion/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! • Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/