Business of the Beat January Podcast RoundUp

ICYMI: We kicked off Season 4 with over 150 episodes of #BusinessOfTheBeat with powerful and impactful guests changing the industry through the lens of creativity and artistry! Let’s take a look back at the guests who kicked off January and are paving the way for all the great guests coming in February.??

Here are some key takeaways! :

• Sir John Barnett, Creative Director, Executive, and Global Makeup Artist, shares his transformative journey from a renowned celebrity makeup artist to becoming KILIAN PARIS ' first Creative Director. He advocates for inclusivity and representation, emphasizing the significance of fostering a sense of well-being through the belief that "beauty is a feeling," inspiring the next generation to embrace individuality, and encouraging the beauty industry to consider deeper aspects beyond surface appearances and intersections. Download episode: Beauty, Something You Can Feel . Follow @SirJohn or visit https://www.sirjohnofficial.com/ .?

• Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks , Founder of Ashunta Sheriff Beauty, explores her multifaceted journey from a makeup artist with MAC Cosmetics to a diverse portfolio of products and services. In the second part, she emphasizes the role of mentorship, shares insights from high-profile clients like Rihanna, and underscores the importance of relationships and kindness in building and relaunching her brand, while advocating for more Black-owned products in the market. Download episodes: Part One: Glamour, Grit, and Grace and Part Two .? Follow @AshuntaSheriff or visit https://ashuntabeauty.com/ .?

• Annagjid "Kee" Taylor, a celebrity hairstylist, salon owner, and author of the children's book All Hair Is Good Hair, reflects on her journey from a childhood passion for styling dolls' hair to successful entrepreneurship, discussing pivotal moments such as a viral act of kindness at a Beyonce concert, the inspiration behind her children's book promoting self-love and natural hair acceptance, and highlighting the significance of perseverance, prayer, dedication, and supporting others in her business endeavors. Download: Deeper Than Hair . Follow @Deeper.Than.Hair or visit https://deeperthanhair.com/

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Fun Fact: Sir John, Kendra’s long-term friend and collaborator also penned the forward for The Beauty of Success.?

Don’t forget to catch Kendra on The Beauty of Success Books + Bubble Book Tour !

In Community,

Kendra Bracken-Ferguson