by Rebecca Beardsley | Mentor Updates
Is It Your Turn
Do you see the role that philanthropy plays in your communities? The movement of stylists, barbers, salons and barbershops taking their craft to the streets and getting the job done is compelling for many reasons. The powerful sheroes and heroes in the beauty industry roundup shares the lessons learned through the six interviews of barbers and stylists who decided to do something big in their community.

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by Rebecca Beardsley | Mentor Updates
Part One: Saints of Steel
There is no other business that I can think of that inherently connects people and their communities than hair salons. One by one the public comes in and gets their hair done, and some, not all, develop a relationship that provides lasting friendship, creativity and a bond like no other. As we drive by freeway underpasses and park our cars at the grocery store, you notice more and more the growing population in need. These are the ones we see, what about the ones that live in the shadows? Alas, if you are like me, you can’t help but feel there is something you must do. This series will high light those in our industry that are the unsung action sheroes and heroes who are shaping the future of our industry.
