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Sponsored by Nice Girls Win https://www.amazon.com/Nice-Girls-Win-Create-Deserve/dp/B0H8S2H7JC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=387LHIK1YA7IK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KDuAsqdk0_19R2v77dhuxr_rh7pkQCpECBzXVfjaGYXGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.B_m5YYlgSmBmUFGniJ8Z9ZHwjq-xN-4_TMbHeyPhX0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=nice+girls+win+kelly+ehlers&qid=1784841714&sprefix=nice+girls+win%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1 Interview with Jenna Bowden Jenna Bowden is the Founder of Delta Crown Hair Extensions, an emerging leader in premium hair extension services. In her first four years as a salon owner, she experienced three team walkouts while cycling through three ineffective leadership styles: hiring friends over fit ("The Idealist"), leading with rigid control ("The Dictator"), and becoming too hands-off once the business stabilized ("The Semi-Absentee"). Those experiences led her to develop a "leading the leaders" approach, which helped grow the business into an acquisition by a platform company. Delta Crown then launched its franchise opportunity in March 2026 and signed its first three franchise agreements within two months. Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-bowden-2b473a166/ https://www.instagram.com/jenna.ceo/?hl=en https://www.beautylaunchpad.com/products/extensions/news/22962519/delta-crown-hair-extensions-goes-franchise-betting-big-on-the-booming-extension-economy https://franchise.deltacrown.com/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/meet-the-2026-emmy-hairstyling-nominees-before-the-september-14th-ceremony/ https://www.thetease.com/the-broccoli-seed-supplement-backed-by-science-and-kim-kardashian/ Obsessed or Over It? Mika Abdalla Urban Decay Partnership DITL GONE WRONG VOICEMAIL VIDEO More from TheTease.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode. Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Nutrafol's Rooted In series brought to you by The Tease nutrafol.com/stylists Hosted By Johnnell Theresa Nidoh Beauty runs deep in her roots—literally. Johnnell grew up in her mother’s salon, where the sound of dryers and hairspray sparked her passion for the professional hair industry. From sweeping floors to leading brand education and storytelling, she's built a 20+ year career across brands like Bumble and bumble, DevaCurl, and Salon Professional Distribution. Long before it became mainstream, she saw the shift toward scalp health and whole-body wellness. Today, at the heart & helm of the Salon Channel at Nutrafol, Johnnell is passionate about shaping the future of holistic hair health and helping make inside-out beauty the new standard. Outside of work, she is fueled by travel, connection, yoga, meditation, and a love for new experiences that keep her grounded and inspired, because less stress = healthier hair. Interview with Carole Protat Carole started her career as an educator, traveling salon to salon to train and educate—and she hasn’t stopped since. An architect of hair, her unrivaled technique and style have earned her the reverence and admiration of peers and audiences worldwide. A Parisian native, Carole moved to Los Angeles in 2000 to pursue her career at Wella, where she spent 25 years leading Education Strategy, Artist Community, and Shows & Events for the North American market. Carole’s warmth and creativity have inspired stylists and consumers around the world, building a global following that genuinely values her perspective. Today, as Sr. Director of Product Education at Nutrafol, Carole leads the design, delivery, and evolution of education across the organization’s multi-tiered marketing and sales channels, reaching salon professionals, healthcare professionals, and prestige retail. Links: https://www.instagram.com/carolepro/ More from TheTease.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode. Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Nutrafol's Rooted In series brought to you by The Tease nutrafol.com/stylists Hosted By Johnnell Theresa Nidoh Beauty runs deep in her roots—literally. Johnnell grew up in her mother’s salon, where the sound of dryers and hairspray sparked her passion for the professional hair industry. From sweeping floors to leading brand education and storytelling, she's built a 20+ year career across brands like Bumble and bumble, DevaCurl, and Salon Professional Distribution. Long before it became mainstream, she saw the shift toward scalp health and whole-body wellness. Today, at the heart & helm of the Salon Channel at Nutrafol, Johnnell is passionate about shaping the future of holistic hair health and helping make inside-out beauty the new standard. Outside of work, she is fueled by travel, connection, yoga, meditation, and a love for new experiences that keep her grounded and inspired, because less stress = healthier hair. Interview with Dana Funk Dana Funk began her journey with Studio Gaven on September 17, 2007. While attending cosmetology school, she started part-time in the call center before transitioning to the front desk, where she trained under Derek Reynolds and quickly developed a passion for guest experience, leadership, and customer service. After earning her Shampoo Tech license in 2007 and Cosmetology license in 2008, Dana entered the associate program under Jayson Morgan, who became an incredible mentor for all things hair and guest experience. Dana then advanced through the Summit Salon career path, ultimately achieving Level 5 Summit Stylist status before transitioning into leadership. The beauty industry and doing hair have meant so much to Dana throughout her career. From 2008–2017, she had the privilege of working behind the chair with some of the most amazing guests, creating relationships and memories that she will always cherish. She is incredibly thankful to every guest who trusted her throughout those years and helped shape her journey. Throughout her career, Dana trained in front and back house operations, management, and team leadership. Working alongside Gaven Smith has been one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences of her career. In 2015, she became Director of Studio Gaven, and in 2017, she was honored to become a Shareholder and Part-Owner. Dana is passionate about leadership, team culture, guest experience, and helping others grow both personally and professionally. “This journey still feels like a dream. I count my blessings every single day, and I am forever grateful for this team, this career, and every person who has been part of the journey.” Links: https://www.instagram.com/studiogavenhaircolour/ Interview with Casey Gilley As a senior stylist, shareholder/co-owner at Studio Gaven Hair Colour, Casey has proudly spent the last 20 years building a loyal following and a deep bond with her guests in Franklin, Tennessee. A passionate educator with 15 years of mentoring experience, she also works directly with their management team to maintain their daily operations running smoothly by overseeing everything from inventory control and guest relations to employee management, professional development, and maintaining positive team culture. Behind the chair, Casey works with a salon associate every day to ensure a luxurious and relaxing experience for all guests. She specialize in advanced hair transformations as a Redken Certified Colorist and a certified Invisible Bead Extensions specialist, allowing herself to craft completely customized, seamless luxury looks for her clientele. By pairing her elite artistry with top-tier product lines like Kérastase, Shu Uemura, Pureology, Redken, Color Wow, and Nutrafol, her ultimate goal is to inspire and empower her talented staff while ensuring that every guest experiences the highest standard of luxury and care during their visit. Links: https://www.instagram.com/caseylgilley/ More from TheTease.com Instagram: https:

Nutrafol's Rooted In series brought to you by The Tease nutrafol.com/stylists Hosted By Johnnell Theresa Nidoh Beauty runs deep in her roots—literally. Johnnell grew up in her mother’s salon, where the sound of dryers and hairspray sparked her passion for the professional hair industry. From sweeping floors to leading brand education and storytelling, she's built a 20+ year career across brands like Bumble and bumble, DevaCurl, and Salon Professional Distribution. Long before it became mainstream, she saw the shift toward scalp health and whole-body wellness. Today, at the heart & helm of the Salon Channel at Nutrafol, Johnnell is passionate about shaping the future of holistic hair health and helping make inside-out beauty the new standard. Outside of work, she is fueled by travel, connection, yoga, meditation, and a love for new experiences that keep her grounded and inspired, because less stress = healthier hair. Interview with Karen Gordon Karen Gordon, President of Karen Gordon Hair Loss Solutions, is a Certified Trichologist through the World Trichology Society (WTS). She has served as an advisory board member for WTS and the International Association of Trichologists (IAT). She has also served on the Board of Directors of Intercoiffure America/Canada, and in 2022 was awarded the Ordre de la Chevaliere in Paris, France. She is a Past-President of Cosmetologists Chicago and America’s Beauty Show. She is a Bauman Certified Hair Coach. Last year her clinic was named one of the top 10 trichology centers in the United States for CRLab. Karen has a Master’s Degree in Applied Business from De Paul University in Chicago. In 2016, Karen created the Gordon Method of Hair & Scalp Analysis to more accurately uncover the underlying causes of hair loss and scalp conditions, and she teaches the Gordon Method to trichologists worldwide. She sees clients in her Chicago office and has a global clientele that she sees virtually. She is a sought-after speaker and educator on hair loss and scalp health. Links: https://www.instagram.com/karengordonhairloss/ More from TheTease.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode. Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

Nutrafol's Rooted In series brought to you by The Tease nutrafol.com/stylists Hosted By Johnnell Theresa Nidoh Beauty runs deep in her roots—literally. Johnnell grew up in her mother’s salon, where the sound of dryers and hairspray sparked her passion for the professional hair industry. From sweeping floors to leading brand education and storytelling, she's built a 20+ year career across brands like Bumble and bumble, DevaCurl, and Salon Professional Distribution. Long before it became mainstream, she saw the shift toward scalp health and whole-body wellness. Today, at the heart & helm of the Salon Channel at Nutrafol, Johnnell is passionate about shaping the future of holistic hair health and helping make inside-out beauty the new standard. Outside of work, she is fueled by travel, connection, yoga, meditation, and a love for new experiences that keep her grounded and inspired, because less stress = healthier hair. Interview with Scott Buchanan and Nicole Honl cott Buchanan has been in New York City’s beauty and wellness scene for over four decades. His journey began in 1980 as an assistant stylist in Manhasset, NY, and quickly evolved into a lifelong mission to elevate the salon experience. In 1985, he opened his first salon, a cozy fi ve-chair space on Columbus Avenue. Today, Scott J. Aveda Salons operates two thriving locations on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and Morningside Heights, employing a talented team of 100 professionals. Scott’s work has been featured in top fashion and lifestyle publications including Vogue , Harper’s Bazaar , and Good Housekeeping . He has also appeared on national television programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show , Gordon Elliott , and Ricki Lake , where he not only shared his beauty expertise and passion for the industry—but also performed transformative on-air makeovers that showcased his talent and heart. As a global educator for Aveda , Scott travels throughout North America and Europe, teaching salon owners and managers how to build sustainable, service-driven businesses. He is equally committed to philanthropy, his salons partner with Sloan Kettering Hospital to provide beauty services for cancer patients, and he sits on the board of HairToStay , a nonprofit expanding access to scalp cooling therapy during chemotherapy. Scott has served as Chairman of the Professional Beauty Association of North America and currently leads as President of Intercoiffure America/Canada (ICA), the premier organization for elite salon owners and beauty professionals. Through this role, he champions ICA’s mission to connect, collaborate, and propel the beauty industry forward, while serving as a strong voice for commission- and salary-based salons across North America. With a heart for mentorship and a vision for the future, Scott continues to give back to the industry that has given him so much—always striving to inspire, uplift, and empower the next generation of beauty leaders. Nicole Honl has been a dedicated professional within the Aveda Network since 1992. Her extensive career includes leadership roles ranging from running the Aveda Institute to managing corporate retail stores. For the past 25 years, Nicole has served as the General Manager at Scott J Aveda Lifestyle Salon, where she continues to bring her passion for the industry and the Aveda mission to life. Links: https://www.instagram.com/scottjaveda/ More from TheTease.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for p

Sponsored by amika https://www.amikabackrooms.com/ Interview with Lauren Paglionico Lauren Paglionico is one of the most prominent hair color specialists in New York City, bringing unprecedented artistry to her work as a top beauty expert with a deep dedication to the needs of her clients. With over 20 years of experience working in New York’s most distinguished salons, including John Barrett at Bergdorf Goodman to Warren Tricomi at The Plaza Hotel & Madison Avenue, she has garnered a cult-like following by being an innovator in the industry with a specialty in balayage and blondes. Lauren always cultivates a warm, hospitable salon environment, and outside the salon is a dedicated cool mom and loving wife. Links: https://www.instagram.com/lrnbeautynyc/ https://www.instagram.com/lady.lrn/ https://linktr.ee/lrn.beauty?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnLkY-Mgj4WuYzr1bvLzo6RwnraaW7uxiaLPhoj_r-ZWsiOvKysVfygDSp620_aem_E2T-atctrqtHnceyVVFIhw News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/aika-flores-creates-90s-heartthrob-hair-for-hudson-williams-at-the-balenciaga-haute-couture-show/ https://www.thetease.com/coree-moreno-used-these-nexxus-products-to-create-zendayas-effortless-nyc-odyssey-premiere-hair/ Obsessed or Over It? Normalize Algorithm Tanmaxxing Love Island Finale Looks Odyssey looks More from TheTease.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode. Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/