ROOTED with Emily Chen

In this episode I get to chat with the amazing Corey Grey, founder of Hairdustry, Your Day Off Podcast. He shares how he got into the hair biz in the first place, how he built his podcast to the huge success it is today! A true giver, Corey creates space for meaningful industry conversations, including tough topics like addiction, mental health, and social media's impact on today's stylists. When he’s not doing all these things, he’s behind the chair taking care of his clients! I’m excited for you to hear his story! Let’s go!

Join us as Mark Woolley, founder and creative director of Electric Hair in London, shares his multifaceted career spanning editorial leadership, product innovation, and contemporary art beyond the hair industry.

Join us as Gerard Scarpaci traces his remarkable journey from Sassoon innovator to founding HairBrain, a global community of over 1.5 million professionals. He shares candid insights about creativity, career evolution, and overcoming industry burnout, offering an unfiltered look at his transformative path through hairdressing.

In this episode, we sit down with the amazing Presley Poe to explore the balance between creativity and technical skill in the beauty industry. Presley shares her journey of following her passion, navigating career choices, and handling public perception. We also discuss the importance of community, managing fame, and building strong client relationships. Tune in for valuable insights on fostering supportive spaces for learning and growth.

In this episode, we welcome Emily Chen, the dynamic force behind Brooks and Harlow salon and a rising star around beauty in social media. Through raw and honest conversation, Chen opens up about her compelling journey from facing early adversity to building a thriving salon business. She shares how she transformed personal challenges into fuel for success, ultimately creating not just a premier salon destination but also a powerful digital presence that inspires thousands.  

In this episode, I chat with Nick Arrojo, the creative mind behind Arrojo Salons and Schools, who went from spinning records in the UK to totally transforming the hair world. Nick opens up about how his DJ days shaped his unique take on hairdressing (hello, American Wave!) and what it took to build his NYC beauty empire from scratch. He keeps it real about the industry's ups and downs while sharing why he's so passionate about teaching the next generation and keeping a strong sense of community at the heart of everything he does.

In this episode, Ruth sits down with industry icon Antoinette Beenders, Senior VP of Global Professional Artistry for Aveda, whose remarkable journey took her from a small salon in Holland to becoming one of the most decorated artists in the industry with 27 awards. Beenders shares candid insights about her early years in London, her creative evolution, and how she successfully transitioned from behind the chair to leading Aveda's global artistic vision.