Next Level Salon Leadership Podcast Tina Black & Shaun Chiodo

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David Kinigson is an award-winning hairdresser, national educator, editorial stylist, inspirational speaker and the author of two renowned books. The Haircutter’s Handbook - his critically acclaimed education manual - includes a preface by Vidal Sassoon and thoughtful comments from your favorite industry icons, leaders, and legends. Among them: Stephen Moody, Nick Arrojo, Charlie Price, Tabatha Coffey, Howard McLaren, Vivienne Mackinder, Winn Claybaugh, Dwight Miller, Van Council and Gerard Scarpaci. His new book The Power of Asking What? Overcoming Challenges and Fears - A Conversation for Mindset In Action has a preface by Richard Condon and includes praise from Mary Wilson, Geno Stampora, Jay Williams, Joe Santy and Maria Fontana.

As an independent educator, David’s passion is mentoring hairdressers to overcome their challenges and fears associated with haircutting and life. In every Haircutting Think & Learn workSpace, David shares “Wet & Dry Fusion Haircutting" because there are benefits to both. Throughout his 50-year career, David's editorial work has appeared in magazines such as, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Allure, Elle, Glamour, Marie Claire, Self, Seventeen, Esquire, GQ and Interview. His original haircutting concepts, styles and philosophies have been featured in Modern Salon, American Salon, Beauty Launchpad, Independent Beauty Professional, Salon Today and Estetica magazines.

An inspirational keynote speaker, David has been featured at conferences that include: Intercoiffure, Serious Business, Arrojo Expo, Eufora VisionQuest and Global Connection, Van Michael Salons Annual Conference, Visible Changes Team Conference and the Florida Foster and Adoptive Parents Association (FAPA) Educational Conference.

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Sonny D has a passion for educating that takes his audiences to the next level and beyond. A graduate of Paul Mitchell The School, Sonny D has been on the Paul Mitchell Advanced Academy and editorial teams. As a Paul Mitchell platform artist, he shared the stage with Angus Mitchell, Robert Cromeans, and Stephanie Kocielski, to name just a few. His new brand, The Salon Project 1.0, Inc., includes three Paul Mitchell Focus Salons that hire new professionals and immerse them in an accelerated career path designed by Sonny D. His book, YFYI — Your First Year in the Beauty Industry, helps new stylists navigate the critical foundation of building their careers.

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Taryn Hiatt


As a dedicated advocate, Taryn shares her story and passion to give hope and educate communities about suicide. A founding member of the Utah Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, she currently serves as Area Director for Utah and Nevada.

Taryn is a passionate advocate for change and has been featured in U.S. News and Huffington Post. She has testified before Congressional members in Washington, DC, to increase awareness and support for better access to mental health services and to promote healthy discussions about suicide. Taryn has used her lived experience and the loss of her father to suicide as a catalyst for change.

She is widely respected throughout Utah for her hard work and dedication to saving lives. Taryn is a graduate of Utah Valley University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has been accepted into the master’s in social work program, beginning in August 2022

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YVONNE MACINNIS

GLOBAL MAKE UP ARTIST, EDUCATOR, BRAND CONSULTANT & ADVOCATE FOR ETHICS AND INCLUSION IN BEAUTY SPACES

AS A PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST, EDUCATOR AND ADVOCATE FOR ETHICS AND CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY AND LGBTQIA+2 INCLUSION IN BEAUTY SPACES FOR 17+ YEARS, YVONNE IS SOUGHT AFTER BY BEAUTY BRANDS AND PUBLICATIONS WORLDWIDE FOR HER MASTERFUL BEAUTY WORK AND FLAIR FOR USING COLOR AND TEXTURE IN UNCONVENTIONAL WAYS.

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Studio Wish Salon Spa – Founder & Creator of Opportunities

RY Coaching – Life & Business Coach


Rowena Yeager has been a successfully driven artist behind the chair since 1987. Her career has been powered with education from Sassoon’s, Redken, Wella, Pivot Point, Mantra, and Actyva. In 1995 She joined the Graham Webb National Guest Artist team and traveled for 6 years sharing Precision Cutting, training new educators how to be successful presenters, and working with distributor sales teams across the US.

She has won several awards in her career, "Best Educational Presentation" by the Indiana State Board of Cosmetology for her stage work as a National Guest Artist with Graham Webb, “Small Business Person of the Year” by her Chamber of Commerce, and the PBA Spirit Award which honors the service of an outstanding member.

In 2001 she opened Studio Wish Salon now located in Twinsburg, Ohio. Her and her successful team moved into a new location in October 2022 and added a spa to expand their services into luxury skincare with an emphasis on relaxation and mental health. Her salon has been named one of the top salons in the Akron Canton area and has been awarded 16 years as a "Top 200 Salon" in Salon Today Magazine.

In 2002 Rowena joined PBA as a member. Known as a networking and social media guru she was voted by her peers in 2009 to represent the beauty industry on the PBA Salon/Spa Leadership Team where she served 9 years working to elevate the professionalism within the beauty industry. From 2017-2022 Rowena was appointed to the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology by Governer Kasich where she worked on cosmetology curriculum and rules committee with her fellow board members.

Rowena’s side business is life and business coaching. “Sharing knowledge on how to have success and experience the greatest joys in life fills my soul. If all the knowledge I have I kept to myself, it would have no value. Helping others find happiness and live their greatest journey of success without fear of failure is my purpose and passion. Create a world of kindness and love. Let’s RISE! No one ever collided with the sky.”

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Karla Lopez-Martinez:

After graduating Cosmetology college in 1997, Karla has had the pleasure to wear many hats along her career path of over 23yrs. In addition to building a strong clientele as a colorist, she is also the Owner and one of the leaders of Gila Rut salons in San Diego, Ca. with a team of 65+ employees and 2 locations. “My goal as a salon owner, educator, coach and mentor is to inspire my team and those around me to achieve their highest professionals and personal goals” says Karla

Her passion for continued education and mentorship has become her mission. So much so, that in 2016 she Co-Founded Beauty Backbone Inc. an on-line resource for employee based salons, who are looking to have a thriving and sustainable company. Beauty backbone’s focus is on providing 5 pillars of education for salon leaders. The 5 pillars are Culture, Operations, Finances, Education and Leadership.. “I’m extremely grateful for all the opportunities I have been privileged to have in my career, and through that, in my personal life. I’m excited to share my experiences, my lessons, my vision, and my passion with everyone that is ready to elevate their salon business through my work at Beauty Backbone!” says Karla

Her education over the years has been extensive and wide. She has participated in countless academies to master her behind the chair craft. These include; AVEDA, Toni&Guy, Vidal Sassoon, L’Oreal, Paul Brown, Keratin Complex, AVEDA Business college.

To best execute her salon owner vision she has also attended countless Business Academies including; San Diego State University Digital Marketing, Qnity Education, Landmark, AVEDA Business College, The Salon People Academy, Brendon Bruchard’s coaching summit and more

Karla is a frequent Webinar Guest presenter and speaker for; AVEDA Business college, Imaginal marketing, Bellus Academy, Fashion Week San Diego since 2012, AVEDA Congress, Aura Salon software, multiple Club houses and many others