Lauren Blackwell

professionalOpen to Opportunity

Tampa, FL, USA

Always be humble and kind

About me

Hard-working and passionate about the wonderful profession of cosmetology. I am an advocate for licensed professionals. I enjoy educating the next generation of professionals, as well as learning from my students all the way to our industry leaders. I belive in being coachable, being open to every opportunity given and striving to be the best you can be. I love working behind the chair having one-on-one time with my wonderful guests. I love being back stage at fashion shows and photo/media shoots bringing a designers creations to life. I love being creative and expressing myself through the art of hair and makeup.

Education

Education Background

Aveda Institute Tampa Bay - 28272 US Highway 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761

Cosmo - 100% Attendance - 4 GPA

Graduation Date: 05/2005

Years of Experience

License

Cosmo - CL1188251 - Florida

Makeup - CL1188251 - Florida

Teacher

My work

Why I'm here

Opportunites to grow as an artist. I love to say "yes", when I can, to new gigs and creative outlet opportunities. Always looking for "my tribe" to grow as an artist and person.

Key Performance Indicators

65%

Repeat Client Retention

Frequency of Visit

$150

Average Ticket

Additional Information

Preferred Brands

Redken

Wella (Professional)

Sexy Hair

Aveda

Olaplex

L'Oréal Professionnel

Sebastian

Pravana

Amika

DevaCurl

Aquage

Drybar

Ouidad

Alfaparf Milano

Mizani

Pureology

Specialties

Balayage

Blow out

Braiding

Bridal

Color

Cutting and styling

Hair Painting

Textured hair

Women's cuts

Makeup application

Employment Information

Placement AdvisorSummit Salon Academy (09/2020 – Present)Build student connections to assist them in finding a career within the industry. Form connections with businesses that are potential employers/ partners. Host Career Fairs to introduce students and b...

Owner/ Professional Hair and Makeup ArtistBrush & Blush Co. (03/2022 – Present)On-location hair and makeup company. My team are all licensed cosmetologists or estheticians with a passion for growth, knowledge and making our guests happy and feeling amazing about themselves. We a...

Salon Manager/ Elite StylistUlta Beauty (11/2017 – 10/2020)Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability. Train and mentor stylists to achieve optimal performance and meet challenging bu...

Awards and Achievements

Nominated Best of the Bay: Hairstylist of the year

2022 - Creative Loafing

Certified Artist & Educator

2022 - MUD professional

Educator

2010 - Pivot Point

Educator

2014 - Milday

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