[S1 E9] Transforming a New Jersey hair salon to be more inclusive with former owner Lauren Haber

In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Haber, a former hair and beauty salon owner in Oakland, NJ, who shares her journey in turning a client disaster into an opportunity to build a more inclusive company. From 2013 to 2020, Lauren ran a successful business but faced the realization that her salon couldn't adequately cater to textured hair. Instead of turning a blind eye, she took decisive action. Lauren upskilled her team, sought expert advice, and made strides to create a more diverse and welcoming space. Tune in as we learn from Lauren's experiences and discover the power of making meaningful changes in pursuit of a more inclusive salon environment.

[About this week’s guest]
Lauren Haber, a former business owner, took the reins of a thriving hair and beauty salon Lilly’s BlowDry and Makeup Lounge in Oakland, NJ from 2013 to 2020. Recognizing the limitations of her salon in catering to textured hair, she embarked on a transformative journey to make the salon more inclusive. Lauren up-skilled her team, sought expert advice, and tirelessly worked towards creating a salon environment that welcomed clients with diverse hair types. Her dedication and commitment led to her eventual decision to sell the business to one of her stylist's in her team to follow their career ambitions in hair care.

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