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STYLISTY SPOTLIGHT Stephanie Luster President | International Speaker | Writer Beauty industry trailblazer and entrepreneur, Stephanie Luster, has made it her business to inspire others to use their platforms to walk in their purpose. As President and Director of Education of the Chicagoland based Essations family brand, Stephanie not only handles the day-to-day operations, but she is also responsible for educating a team of stylists and professionals who work on behalf of the brand. With more than 26 years of experience in the industry, Stephanie uses her expertise to propel the brand and stylists to the next level. “My experience with making products (including the chemical compounds and structure), combined with my extensive knowledge of hair come together to make me an expert in the industry. I can analyze and understand both the product make up and the hair's potential reaction to it all at the same time. That's my edge.” She works side-by-side with chemists and suppliers to develop, test, and manufacture products that promote healthy hair. Get to know our favorite industry beauty! Niki Smith Educator | Business Coach | Restructuring Strategist In addition to being one of the best and most knowledgeable Educators, this 30+ year industry vet offers coaching for salon owners and aspiring salon owners in search of doing business well beyond their talents, for the purpose of salon stability and longevity. Niki has been published in many major publications such as Black Hair Sophisticates, Black Elegance and Passion just to name a few. She has graced the industry with her enthusiastic and thought provoking style of teaching, while motivating her audiences to push beyond their limitations and become masters of business and not just their craft. Her educational training has been sought after nationally and internationally. She has been recognized as one of the industry’s most prolific educators and motivators. Niki believes in 1 simple philosophy “Your life only changes the second you know that you don’t know nothin!”. Meet us in Belize in November for the Salon Owners Strategies Conference!  Patric Bradley Award-Winning Hairstylist | Educator | Entrepreneur As a professional driven by passion, nothing makes Patric happier than delivering dexterous styling services and vetted hair resources that leave lasting impressions across the granular and societal scales. He has a genuine admiration for his career and demonstrates that by instilling unparalleled confidence within every client/customer he supports. This, in conjunction with his keen ability to execute hair goals with minimal chemical stress and reputation as a licensed professional, is what positioned Patric to become the branded asset he is today – one who continuously strives to raise the industry standards bar. Get to know this amazing stylist and educator! If you’re looking for a short hair stylist in the Houston area, he’s the man to see! Last Chance To Celebrate Stylist Appreciation Month! You all play such a HUGE part to much of our success, our business... us being able to build as a leading black family owned beauty business brand in America! Despite the shortage of containers and sky rocketing costs of ingredients, we have been able to continue to provide hair care products and resources to our stylist community. Without all of you, it wouldn't be possible; you are indeed the heartbeat of our industry and we wouldn't be here today without YOU!  So today I just wanted to say THANK YOU and provide you with a special offer - save 30% off your online purchases when you use code THANKS at checkout on www.essationspro.com.