Jalia Pettis, Wanza Poole, Steven Wren & Brendnetta Ashley
Jalia Pettis - I consider myself a Visionary and a woman who wears many hats. Having a business background composed of over 20-years in Human Resource Management coupled with Training and Marketing experience. I started my company, 3Jay productions in 2006. A multi-faceted firm of professionals that caters to those in the beauty, fashion, and entertainment industries. 3Jay Productions offers a broad range of services to include business development, brand management, imaging, art direction, event planning, and writing services.
In 2008 I launched my freelance makeup artistry career. After a solid year of trial and error coupled with frustration, I began seeking out mentors and actually took the initiative to study the craft of makeup artistry. I discovered that I had complete joy in this area of creativity and began booking fashion events, photoshoots, and travel throughout the southeast. I knew in order to take my career full-time I would need to relocate and moved from South Carolina to Arizona in late 2012. In 2014 I returned to school to study esthetics and graduated from Penrose Academy at the top of my class. Some may think I should have stopped here but I knew as I continued to cultivate my craft it was only right that I return back to school and enhance another skill. It was time that I moved on from doing "kitchen hair" & simplistic styling. As such during the 2020 pandemic I went back to school to obtain my hair styling license through an education at Sally Rogerson Academy.
In July 2015 I became a Beacon Award Winner and in May 2017 was named NAHA Finalist for Makeup Artist of the Year both accomplishments through the Professional Beauty Association. In 2020, I was named an International Award Winning Artist through International Beauty Industry Awards. In 2021, I launched a line of beauty tools entitled BLND Beaute that also come with a virtual educational component.
As a Platform Educator, I travel to offer other professionals training in business and beauty. I also developed a curriculum for aspiring Makeup Artists which is currently undergoing copyright and will be available as a virtual training in late 2021. I also have an educational platform entitled the Style Exhibition which provides continuing education for those in the beauty industry in addition to providing behind-the-chair services to agencies, business owners, commercial campaigns, and an array of talents.
As a Licensed Hair Stylist, Esthetician and Professional Makeup Artist, I personally educate my clients on having healthy hair and skin. I also write as a guest contributor for various blogs and print publications. As a proud mother of three, my life philosophy is based on faith and perseverance. Wanza Poole -
Wanza Poole, Chief Administrative Officer of Iconic Barber and has become a successful entrepreneur, has a tenured history of 30 years in the barber industry. Infamous for his cutting edge and shop ambiance, this Philadelphia native is highly recognized by colleagues and clients for earning professional stylist and instructor certifications. As a community activist broadening definitions of the trade, Wanza is also involved in enlightening his clientele and staff about healthy lifestyles and optimal grooming care. Building upon this foundation, he educates the barber community by formulating training programs, participating in national trade shows and engaging in competitions. Brendnetta Ashley - Coming from a family of hairstylist, it was no surprise Brendnetta Ashley became one herself. Brendnetta has been in the industry for close to 20 years. She began her career as a stylist behind the chair, to a salon educator, and currently a content creator all with Salon by InStyle. In 2020 along with the Salon by InStyle team, they won a NAHA award as team of the year. With her love of all textures of hair and hair color, in 2021 she was nominated in the Texture Style Awards, Beauty Envision Awards, and in the top 100 of BTC Oneshot Awards. While still pursuing her dream career, Brendntta’s motto is give the universe your all and watch what happens! Steve Wren - Steven Wren is a multiple award-winning barber, Sola Salon Suite owner, and the creator of the FadeAway Barber and Beauty Expo. As the owner of Steven Brandon Hair Studio located in Bloomingdale, IL., Steve understands the value of mentorship-based relationships which enables him to be such an influential and impactful face in the hair and beauty industry. In 2015 FadeAway Barber and Beauty Expo was established with the purpose to showcase the talents of students, professional barbers, and cosmetologists in partnership with some of Chicago's hottest fashion designers. Since 2015 it has become one of the biggest barber and beauty expos in Illinois.
In 2008 I launched my freelance makeup artistry career. After a solid year of trial and error coupled with frustration, I began seeking out mentors and actually took the initiative to study the craft of makeup artistry. I discovered that I had complete joy in this area of creativity and began booking fashion events, photoshoots, and travel throughout the southeast. I knew in order to take my career full-time I would need to relocate and moved from South Carolina to Arizona in late 2012. In 2014 I returned to school to study esthetics and graduated from Penrose Academy at the top of my class. Some may think I should have stopped here but I knew as I continued to cultivate my craft it was only right that I return back to school and enhance another skill. It was time that I moved on from doing "kitchen hair" & simplistic styling. As such during the 2020 pandemic I went back to school to obtain my hair styling license through an education at Sally Rogerson Academy.
In July 2015 I became a Beacon Award Winner and in May 2017 was named NAHA Finalist for Makeup Artist of the Year both accomplishments through the Professional Beauty Association. In 2020, I was named an International Award Winning Artist through International Beauty Industry Awards. In 2021, I launched a line of beauty tools entitled BLND Beaute that also come with a virtual educational component.
As a Platform Educator, I travel to offer other professionals training in business and beauty. I also developed a curriculum for aspiring Makeup Artists which is currently undergoing copyright and will be available as a virtual training in late 2021. I also have an educational platform entitled the Style Exhibition which provides continuing education for those in the beauty industry in addition to providing behind-the-chair services to agencies, business owners, commercial campaigns, and an array of talents.
As a Licensed Hair Stylist, Esthetician and Professional Makeup Artist, I personally educate my clients on having healthy hair and skin. I also write as a guest contributor for various blogs and print publications. As a proud mother of three, my life philosophy is based on faith and perseverance. Wanza Poole -
Wanza Poole, Chief Administrative Officer of Iconic Barber and has become a successful entrepreneur, has a tenured history of 30 years in the barber industry. Infamous for his cutting edge and shop ambiance, this Philadelphia native is highly recognized by colleagues and clients for earning professional stylist and instructor certifications. As a community activist broadening definitions of the trade, Wanza is also involved in enlightening his clientele and staff about healthy lifestyles and optimal grooming care. Building upon this foundation, he educates the barber community by formulating training programs, participating in national trade shows and engaging in competitions. Brendnetta Ashley - Coming from a family of hairstylist, it was no surprise Brendnetta Ashley became one herself. Brendnetta has been in the industry for close to 20 years. She began her career as a stylist behind the chair, to a salon educator, and currently a content creator all with Salon by InStyle. In 2020 along with the Salon by InStyle team, they won a NAHA award as team of the year. With her love of all textures of hair and hair color, in 2021 she was nominated in the Texture Style Awards, Beauty Envision Awards, and in the top 100 of BTC Oneshot Awards. While still pursuing her dream career, Brendntta’s motto is give the universe your all and watch what happens! Steve Wren - Steven Wren is a multiple award-winning barber, Sola Salon Suite owner, and the creator of the FadeAway Barber and Beauty Expo. As the owner of Steven Brandon Hair Studio located in Bloomingdale, IL., Steve understands the value of mentorship-based relationships which enables him to be such an influential and impactful face in the hair and beauty industry. In 2015 FadeAway Barber and Beauty Expo was established with the purpose to showcase the talents of students, professional barbers, and cosmetologists in partnership with some of Chicago's hottest fashion designers. Since 2015 it has become one of the biggest barber and beauty expos in Illinois.
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