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#161 Sid Katari, @oribepro Nov 01, 2020

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Oribe Hair Care General Manager Sid Katari leads global operations for the renowned brand. Involved in just about every aspect of the business (from finance and accounting to sales, marketing, and research and development), Sid brings a unique perspective to our conversation - as well as a clear passion for hairdressers and the larger professional salon community.

#160 Ben Ko, @hellobenjamin Oct 25, 2020

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Independent Cutting Specialist and Educator Ben Ko (@hellobenjamin) joins us for a very real conversation about rethinking the business of haircutting in the midst of Covid-19 while remaining committed to excellence in the craft. As always, we dig into the story behind the career as well as talk about Ben's shift from long-time Sassoon cutter and educator in a commissioned salon to life as an independent professional in a rental salon.

#159 Matthew Collins & Anh Co Tran, Celebrity Stylists Oct 18, 2020

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@DysonHair Ambassadors @AnhCoTran & @MatthewStylist are both renowned celebrity stylists, educators, & artists. These two "road warriors" join us to discuss hairdresser life in the age of a pandemic - what's changing, what might remain changed, & the evolving role of technology in our lives & careers. We also dig into Dyson's unique role in revolutionizing the tool space for salon professionals.

#158 Take Charge of Your Money, Take Charge of Your Life: Tabatha Coffey, Michael Cole & Gordon Miller Oct 11, 2020

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Imagine that pre-Covid, you had 6 months of pay in savings, low to no credit card debt, and a clear understanding of your personal and professional finances. How might your reaction to the pandemic been different? Our hope in sharing this conversation is to help you to: (1) Be inspired to rethink your 'relationship' with money, (2) Open yourself to a mindset of financial success and well-being; (3) Learn how to get started on a path towards financial freedom; (4) Be motivated to build habits that work in creating financial freedom. Thanks to @TabathaCoffey (@matrix) and @MichaelColeSummit (@redken) for their inspired sharing. BONUS:: Get Tabatha's personal finance "Money Matters" complimentary guide/pdf by going to https://bit.ly/3iQRYGe

#157 James Pecis, @oribepro Oct 04, 2020

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Renowned Session Stylist and Oribe Global Brand Ambassador James Pecis is a leader in the world of editorial and runway hair around the world. He is also intimately involved in Oribe product development, education, editorial shoots, and fashion events. James shares his thoughts on dealing with change in the face of a pandemic, advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps into session work, and much more.

#156 @bescene and @CynthiaLumzy, Schwarzkopf Professional Sep 27, 2020

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Linh Phan and Cynthia Lumzy have close to 800k Instagram followers - but more importantly, have developed reputations as respected educators & artists who have a LOT more to offer than simply 'influence'. The two have come together to create an educational initiative around color and texture called "Congregate & Create". We talk about their 'why' behind this important idea - as well as dig into their career stories, life as influencers in the midst of Covid-19, #BLM & diversity in the salon; as well as some predictions as to where our professional world might be going 'post COVID'.

#155 Richy Kandasamy, R+Co Sep 20, 2020

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The newest member of the renowned @Randco Collective, Richy Kandasamy (@richykanda) is a renowned colorist and respected international educator. A native of the tropical Seychelles Islands, Richy has a uniquely global point of view when it comes to fashion, hair color, and trends. Listen in to a conversation that touches on everything from color consultations in the era of Covid-19 to R+Co's unique take on events, education, and color.

#154 Michelle O'Connor, Artistic Director, @Matrix Professional Sep 13, 2020

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Multiple NAHA winner @MichelleOConnorBeauty is known throughout the industry for her work as both Artistic Director with Matrix Professional and Creative Director for SALON BY INSTYLE inside JCP. In a deep conversation that covers everything from shifting from her early passion and commitment to dance to evolving into a successful and varied career in hairdressing, Michelle shares her personal insights into what it takes to make it in the world of professional beauty. We also dig deep into #BlackLivesMatter and what it might mean for our industry going forward. Another great episode. HIGHLY Recommended

#153 Stacey Ciceron, Textured Hair Expert, @Oribe Sep 06, 2020

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@Oribepro ambassador @StaceyCiceron joins Gordon for a deep conversation on life & work in the midst of Covid-19, reflections on the Black Lives Matter movement, race & America (and the salon industry), the powers of mentorship and role models, and her work with and love of Oribe.

#152 Ruth Roche, @Redken Master Educator Aug 30, 2020

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Returning guest @RuthRoche, the 5 times NAHA winner and renowned global educator on coping in a faster-than-ever changing world (and professional beauty industry), hairdressing education in the new normal and much more. Be sure to check out our Episode #17 for more on this iconic @redken artist's life and career story.

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