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Sponsored by Dyson Learn about the NEW Dyson Supersonic r™ Professional Hairdryer: https://bit.ly/TeaseSupersonicrInterview with Nathalie MooreNathalie Moore joined Dyson in 2016 as a Prototyping Apprentice before earning a place in the pioneering cohort of the Dyson Institute of Engineering. During this time, she studied for an Electromechanical engineering degree and has worked across 11 different Dyson teams.In the last year, she has developed the hair inclusivity strategy for haircare and is now returning to upstream engineering to implement her learnings into meaningful design and product development. This involves a balanced understanding of product development, hair science and consumer behaviors, to enhance product portfolio and delivery. Ensuring the delivery of “All styles. All hair types. Less Damage.”Before Dyson, Nathalie was in the pioneering cohort for King’s Maths School, a maths specialist school set up by Kings College London University. In her spare time, Nathalie extends her creativity to reworking clothes and silversmithing to express her individuality- much like her Gen-Z peers. In her future career in hair care, she hopes to continue pioneering and building inclusivity globally.Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-moore-07979214b/ More from Monaè Everett:Monaè Everett is a celebrity hair stylist, author, and Diversity Equity and Inclusion consultant with over 20 years of experience. Her work can be seen in media ranging from Harper's BAZAAR to Yahoo! and ESSENCE to Hair's How. She has worked with celebs including Tia Mowry, Yara Shahidi, Emily Tosta and Nickelodeon starlets including Lilimar and That Girl Lay Lay. Everett loves to educate and has launched "The Monaè Life Academy" online academy specifically for hairstylists and makeup artists, teaching how to style for editorials, celebrities, and styling for all hair textures. Everett’s passion project, Texture Style Awards, a competition for hairstylists, is centered around diversity and inclusion.https://www.instagram.com/monaeartistry/https://www.texturestyleawards.com/https://themonaelife.com/More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: This 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 new podcast mini-series, Blown Away: Dyson on Display, hosted by Monae Everett on the Volume Up by The Tease feed.Sponsored by Nick Stenson Beautyhttps://bit.ly/teasexnickstenson Use code VOLUMEUP at checkout for 20% off your first orderInterview with Dafina SmithDafina Smith knows how to build and position a premier, profitable and socially relevant brand you actually enjoy running. Smith is the founder of Covet & Mane, a for professional, by invite-only, luxury extensions branded by stylists coast to coast but founded in Chelsea, New York.With her self-funded ingenuity, Dafina built Covet and Mane with a clear vision for the culture and community she wanted to establish. WWD declared, “Covet & Mane’s professionally applied hand-tied hair extensions have already found a cult audience.”Smith believes that leveraging technology to foster connection is the ultimate recipe for creating a loyal and engaged brand community. And deliberately pursues the art of curating genuine, high-touch experiences and product innovations for every tier of her brands’ clientele.Smith is a regular contributor to blogs, magazines and television shows as a Beauty and E-Commerce and Small Business Expert. She is also an alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program & Beauty United.Smith lives in Westport, CT with her twin sons and husband Ryan Smith, an ESPN Host of SportsCenter.Links: https://dafinasmith.com/my-story/https://www.covetandmane.com/ https://www.covetandmane.com/collections/the-coveted-tape News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/celebrating-aapi-heritage-month/ https://www.thetease.com/7-festival-ready-hairstyles-from-donnas-recipe-and-slayyy-hair-that-you-need-to-try-this-season/ 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 Learn about the NEW Dyson Supersonic r™ Professional Hairdryer: https://bit.ly/TeaseSupersonicrCatch our second episode of the mini-series, Blown Away: Dyson on Display, hosted by Monae Everett on the Volume Up by The Tease feed on June 8th.Interview with Shallynn JohnstonDriven to inspire a wide audience through education and beautiful hair color, Shallynn began her career apprenticing in a small salon in 2002. Quickly identifying with hair color Shallynn joined AVEDA in 2004 where she held many roles including educator and creative director all while mentoring future industry professionals. Shallynn has also had the pleasure of working behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week and many global AVEDA hair shows. Her most notable accolade was winning Behind the Chair’s Big Shot Hair Colour Award for North America in 2016.Shallynn joined Dyson in 2018 taking on a beauty sales role while working behind the chair. Utilizing her passion for training and education, Shallynn moved into a North America Beauty Education role in 2020 supporting Canada, the USA and Mexico. Currently, Shallynn is the US Marketing Manager for Pro Beauty.Links: https://www.instagram.com/shallynncassandra/?hl=en https://www.dyson.com/hair-care/professional/hair-dryers/supersonic-r https://www.linkedin.com/in/shallynn-johnston-25782492More from Monae Everett:https://www.instagram.com/monaeartistry/https://www.texturestyleawards.com/https://themonaelife.com/More from TheTease.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: This 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 Keratin Complexhttps://bit.ly/KeratinComplexExpressServices Sponsored by Dyson Catch our new podcast mini-series, Blown Away: Dyson on Display, hosted by Monae Everett on the Volume Up by The Tease feed on June 6th.Interview with Zoe Hyams, Cresha Saldivar, David Frohmberg and Detlev GessnerCresha SaldivarCresha Saldivar is the Education Coordinator for Keratin Complex. With over 17 years in the industry as a stylist, salon manager, cosmetology instructor, and Director of Education for a cosmetology academy, she uses her experience to express her creativity and deliver healthy, beautiful hair. Cresha specializes in color, cutting, formal styling, braids, locs, texture styling and smoothing. Cresha has educated in both national and international hair shows and classes. Her mission is to share her passion and knowledge for the beauty industry and to inspire and educate others.David FrohmbergDavid is the lead makeup artist and colorist for Salon Teez. David hails from Kansas and has over 10 years experience in the beauty industry. He began his makeup career behind the Estee Lauder counter – quite by accident – where he quickly rose the ranks to become a nationally featured makeup artist for the brand. David is known for his nude makeup look – a way of applying foundation, blush, etc. to give the illusion that you are not wearing anything thus making you look the most radiant and natural. You may have recently seen his work at the 2019 TONY AWARDS and the June 2021 cover of GULFSHORE LIFEDavid also loves to do hair and is always looking for new ways to wow his clients. David is known for his shiny, dimensional colors, blondes that are healthy and modern, low-maintenance color, and grey blending. Winner of the prestigious “Brides Choice Awards on Wedding Wire” & “Best of Weddings” on The Knot for excellence in Wedding Hair & Makeup on Location. Member of The Knot “Hall of Fame” for over 8 years. Best Makeup Artist on Borrowed & Blue Published and featured in a multitude of blogs and magazines.Links: https://salonteeznaples.com/our-team/ https://www.instagram.com/salonteeznaples/ https://www.instagram.com/davidfrohmberg_hairandmakeup/Detlev GessnerBorn, raised, and trained in Berlin, Germany, Detlev has more than fifty years of experience in hair design and color. After years of apprenticeship and certification, he earned a Master’s Degree and the title of Master Stylist, the highest national credentials a stylist can achieve in Germany. Detlev's talent has graced the Miami area since 1988, where he has had the honor of styling the hair of numerous celebrities. His clientele includes notable figures such as Hillary Clinton, Tipper Gore, Sally Jessy Raphael, and Nestor Torres.He opened his first Salon in Miami in 1992. He has since opened and sold three salons in Miami and has now operated a salon in Coconut Grove (Miami), FL, for the last eleven years.Detlev's commitment to education is unwavering, and it extends beyond his personal growth and that of his staff. He leverages his expertise in color and his dynamic personality to educate and inspire stylists across the nation. Additionally, as a business coach for Inspiring Champions, he has guided numerous salon owners in scaling their companies. Links: https://www.instagram.com/detlevsalon/ https://detlev.com/ Zoe Hyamshttps://www.instagram.com/zoe.hyams/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/spring-summer-trend-alert-3d-jelly-nails/ https://www.thetease.com/naha-2024-is-just-weeks-away-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ 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 business-centered 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. Tease Talks will cover anything and everything that YOU want to hear or know. Head to @readthetease on socials to tell us who you want to hear from next! Produced by The Tease alongside Volume Up by The Tease.This month we are talking with Chrystal L. Chrystal is a dynamic industry leader, shaping every line of business she enters with innovation and heart. With years of experience as an educator, salon owner, and now a tech startup founder, she has established herself as a trailblazer in the field. Chrystal is the founder of Liquid Hair Institute, an empowering community that provides the essential training, tools and support needed to run a profitable, sustainable, and welcoming business and retire on your own terms. In addition to her impressive work in the hair industry, Chrystal L. is a dedicated mother of three and co-founder of The BOLD Academy, a non-profit organization focused on supporting, nurturing, and enhancing the leadership skills of young women. Her commitment to inclusion and passion for empowering others shines through in all aspects of her life, making her a true leader in her field and an inspiration to anyone looking to make their mark on the world.https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrystallallhairacademy/https://www.liquidhairinstitute.com/Join their vibrant community at Liquid Hair Institute, where they are dedicated to empowering salon owners through expert support, essential training, and access to tools for a profitable, sustainable business. As a VIP member, get early access to their upcoming business tool and download their free Rate Optimizer Tool to set optimal service rates. Join Liquid Hair Institute today and slay the world of salon entrepreneurship together!Community: Join HereTry The FREE Profit Maximizer Tool: https://profit.liquidhairinstitute.com/ Code: Thetease24 Visit The Website: https://www.liquidhairinstitute.com/More from TheTease:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)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.

Sponsored by Schedulicityhttps://bit.ly/SchedulicityxTheTease $10 off your monthly subscription for the first year*discount is already populated on the promo linkSponsored by GLOhttps://bit.ly/GLORecyclingLEARN Use GLOxTheTease for 10% offInterview with Nancy TwineNancy Twine has carved her own unique path in the business world. Pivoting from her first career as a VP at Goldman Sachs, she sought a different life filled with inspiration and purpose. Tapping into her mother's roots in natural product formulation, Nancy created Briogeo — the clean, high-performance hair care line that pioneered the "skinification" of hair movement. At the age of 29, Nancy became the then-youngest Black woman to launch a product line at Sephora, and the brand has gone on to win dozens of awards for innovation, including one of the highest number of Allure Beauty Awards in the prestige hair care space.In 2022, less than 10 years after launch, Nancy sold Briogeo to The Wella Company. Nancy is one of the few Black CEOs and businesswomen who have successfully launched & scaled a global business, raised over $20M of Private Equity Funding, and who has sold her company in a strategic M&A process – all before the age of 40.While Nancy continues in her role as Founder & CEO of Briogeo globally, she is now evolving once again, harnessing the power of her business expertise and life experience to enrich the lives of her community. By providing meaningful connections to information, tools and resources on NancyTwine.com and through her upcoming podcast, Makers Mindset, Nancy is helping to open up a world of possibilities for others—and to empower everyone to create a life well lived.Today, Nancy is an active investor in multiple startups across the Beauty, Wellness, Food & Beverage, Tech, and Real Estate industries. She is also considered a leading expert in entrepreneurship, growth mindset, and female leadership and has been sought out for profiles and opinion from publications such as Inc., Forbes, WWD, NPR, Allure and Vogue. Nancy is the recipient of the Goldman Sachs Builders + Innovators Award, Entrepreneur’s 100 Women of Impact, Inc’s Female Founders 100, Essence Magazine Power 40, Black Enterprise 40 Under 40, and Gold Stevie Awards for Best Female Solo Entrepreneur. Nancy currently serves on the board of Cosmetic Executive Women and the philanthropic organization, Room to Grow.Links: https://nancytwine.com/https://www.instagram.com/makersmindsetpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/nancytwine/ https://www.briogeohair.com/ https://www.thetease.com/briogeo-is-now-available-at-cosmo-prof/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/the-pbas-cut-it-out-program-mobilizes-beauty-pros-to-help-victims-of-domestic-abuse/https://www.thetease.com/epres-introduces-its-two-newest-innovations-meet-the-healthy-hair-shampoo-and-conditioner/ 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 Nick Stenson Beautyhttps://bit.ly/teasexnickstensonUse code VOLUMEUP at checkout for 20% off your first orderSponsored by JCPenney Salon and Beautyhttps://jcp.is/3TTouNZ Interview with Melody McCloskeyMelody McCloskey is a trailblazing entrepreneur, celebrated as the co-founder and CEO of StyleSeat, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing the beauty and wellness industry. Her brainchild, StyleSeat, stands as the foremost destination for booking appointments, notably empowering women-led businesses across diverse sectors. With an astounding reach spanning over 16,000 cities in the United States, StyleSeat has facilitated a staggering 200 million appointments. Since its inception in 2011, Melody’s brainchild has catalyzed over $12 billion in revenue for small enterprises. Melody’s creativity lies in her creation of a dynamic marketplace that empowers independent beauty professionals to not only manage but also expand their ventures. Simultaneously, it provides clients with a seamless avenue to explore and book an array of beauty services. Her expertise spans a diverse range, encompassing business development, women in business advocacy, beauty industry insights, small business management, tech innovations, marketing strategies, and investing. As an entrepreneur, Melody McCloskey stands as a pillar of innovation, reshaping the landscape of beauty and wellness services while championing the cause of women entrepreneurs worldwide. Links: https://www.styleseat.com/m/provider/onboarding/signup?source=sidebar&coupon=EeQuX6bn (sign up with this professional discount)https://www.instagram.com/styleseat/ https://www.instagram.com/melody/?hl=en News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/put-some-spring-in-your-step-with-these-april-hair-and-beauty-launches/ https://www.thetease.com/these-products-are-key-to-achieving-festival-ready-beachy-waves/ 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 Nick Stenson Beautyhttps://bit.ly/teasexnickstensonUse code VOLUMEUP at checkout for 20% off your first orderInterview with Stephanie FarshtStephanie Farsht is a strategist, innovator and entrepreneur and is the CEO and Co-Founder of Small Wonder, a luxury personal care startup focused on reducing wastePrior to launching, Small Wonder, she was an adjunct professor for 8 years at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management in the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Department, teaching students New Venture Discovery. Stephanie spent almost 15 years at Target specializing in corporate strategy, merchandising strategy and innovation. Many of her positions included starting new teams, identifying growth opportunities and functioning as a resident intrapreneur. Stephanie grew up in South Africa, lived in France (twice!) and currently resides in Chicago with her family.Links: https://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu/news/blog/2024/03/26/small-wonder-stephanie-farsht-paul-earle.aspxhttps://www.beautyindependent.com/former-neutrogena-target-execs-disrupt-haircare-concentrated-products-small-wonder/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-farsht-1878824/https://smallwonder.world/?test=1 https://www.instagram.com/smallwonder.world/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/hope-springs-eternal-at-tecuane-hair-cares-refill-launch-event/ https://www.thetease.com/garren-on-10-years-of-rco-and-whats-ahead-for-the-brand/ 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 GLOhttps://bit.ly/GLORecyclingLEARN Interview with Marian CardozoMarian Cardozo is a world traveler with a thirst for adventure, a passionate advocate for sustainability, and a long-time beauty enthusiast. As a Sustainability Account Manager at both g2 revolution and GLO Recycling, Marian has been a driving force behind GLO’s latest initiatives.With a steadfast commitment to integrity and innovation, Marian leads the charge in inspiring consumer confidence and guiding beauty professionals toward eco-friendly practices. Her dynamic leadership and passion for sustainability are changing the game.Over the last year and a half, Marian and the GLO Recycling team have embarked on an incredible journey across the US, representing the brand at various events and engaging with beauty professionals from all backgrounds. Recently, she was at the International Beauty Show in New York and America’s Beauty Show in Chicago giving sessions on How Salons are going green with GLO.Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariangelicacardozo/https://bit.ly/GLORecyclingLEARN News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/how-allison-kaye-became-the-go-to-makeup-artist-for-all-your-favorite-wags/ https://www.thetease.com/hustle-culture-sucks-a-study-on-balance-culture-in-hair-professionals/ 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 Pro and Aluram https://thetease.shop/products/hellosalonpro Interview with David CastleWith a 25-year tenure spanning coast to coast in the health, wellness, and restorative therapy sector, David Castle's journey has been dedicated to aiding beauty professionals in conquering their aches, pains, and weaknesses.Through this mission, he aims to encourage enhanced health, happiness, productivity, and a more resilient mind-body connection among professionals in the beauty industry.Specializing in biomechanics, exercise science, restorative therapies, and various non-traditional methods, he firmly believes in the inherent capability of every beauty professional. He is committed to guiding them towards realizing their full potential.Links: https://www.instagram.com/industryaligned/ https://linktr.ee/industryalignedhttps://www.industryaligned.com/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/celeb-stylist-michael-duenas-on-creating-emma-roberts-polished-cmt-awards-style/ https://www.thetease.com/jpms-beloved-tea-tree-brand-just-got-a-whole-new-look-and-new-sustainable-packaging/ 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/