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Welcome to SEASON 3 of Volume Up by The Tease!
Let us know what you think about our new quick takes and if you have any burning questions you need answered. Send us your questions for celebrity stylists, brand educators, ambassadors or c-suite members and we will work to get those answered by someone we trust who can lend a brush! Send in your questions via email to volumeup@thetease.com.
Interview with Keya Neal
Keya Neal is a former stylist of 30 years turned color educator, speaker, and DEI consultant who’s breaking the textural and racial boundaries segregating the pro-hair industry. She is the founder of the Kolour Kulture and Texture VS Race, both focused on teaching stylists how to identify and work with hair of all textures through hands-on education paired with DEI coaching. Keya strives to provide Black stylists with equitable education, while championing diversity and inclusion behind the chair and behind the scenes of the salon industry.
Links:
https://www.kolourkulture.comhttps://www.instagram.com/texturevsrace/ https://www.instagram.com/keyaartistically/?hl=en Keya's First Volume Up Appearance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/volume-up-by-the-tease/id1539183805?i=1000582924759 Keya's Second Volume Up Appearance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/volume-up-by-the-tease/id1539183805?i=1000590659549
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Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.
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Let us know if you have any burning questions you need answered. Send us your questions for celebrity stylists, brand educators, ambassadors or c-suite members and we will work to get those answered by someone we trust who can lend a brush! Send in your questions via email to volumeup@thetease.com.
Intro Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedadbodveteran/video/7308110768635907370
Interview with Autumn Yarbrough
Autumn Yarbrough didn’t want to go bald like the three generations of women before Her. So, she created a NU Standard to ensure no woman ever does. 
NU Standard is a revolutionary company with a hair wellness approach toward textured hair. The products aren’t just for black women because it’s a black-owned company, NU Standard’s products are designed to help all women with textured hair. It’s about setting a NU Standard in the haircare industry and helping women overcome their hair challenges and achieve their hair goals
But it’s not just about hair wellness. Autumn caters to busy women on the go whether they work from home, corporate America or spend the day as CEO of their families. Bottom line: She understands some women have a few minutes not hours to get their hair just right, so they feel confident while avoiding what seems inevitable: hair damage and hair loss. Autumn wanted to create products that made it easy to care for textured hair without damaging or losing it. She was determined to develop a solution for her Busy Queens, especially those with textured hair, to prevent hair loss.
Autumn’s blessing is that the haircare industry has been part of her life since birth. After all, her grandfather, Comer Cottrell Jr., created a haircare company in the late 60s that became a global company. Her mom created successful brands that still thrive and her father has helped restructure several haircare companies and some have grown into overnight successes. Autumn grew up in the business. She worked on the assembly line as an eight-year-old and dabbled in various departments until she went to college.
After graduating from USC, Autumn found success in the world of finance and insurance. But the stress from running her company was starting to affect her hair. The more she thought about it, the more Autumn knew she needed to follow her passion and help those women with textured hair keep it healthy and strong. She initially struggled with changing her career midlife but she wanted to do something that would really affect people’s lives.
To build her company, Autumn emphasized one of her grandfather’s tenets of business:
Build a team of people who are smarter than you to make the dream come true. She set her ego aside and asked the best in the industry for help to build a NU Standard.
Links:
https://nustandardhair.com/https://www.instagram.com/nustandardbeauty/https://www.instagram.com/hydrasilkpro/https://www.instagram.com/autumn_cby/ 
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Let us know if you have any burning questions you need answered. Send us your questions for celebrity stylists, brand educators, ambassadors or c-suite members and we will work to get those answered by someone we trust who can lend a brush! Send in your questions via email to volumeup@thetease.com.
Interview with Lawrence Davis
Lawrence Davis is a two-time Emmy-winning film and TV Hair Department Head with more than 22 years of industry experience. After styling hair for 11 years in his hometown of Baltimore, he sold it all, moved to California, and never looked back. 
Lawrence began his career as a freelance hairstylist at E! Entertainment Television in 2002 before coming on board for Season One of The Tyra Show. Lawrence continued his work on the show into Season Two, for which he landed an Emmy award for Outstanding Achievement in Hairstyling for Daytime Television in 2007. Ten years later, Lawrence won a second Emmy for his work on Hairspray Live! He has earned five additional Emmy nominations for Outstanding Hairstyling for Bessie, True Detective, Mare of Eastown, and The First Lady. 
Over the years, Lawrence has led as the Hair Department Head of several high-profile films and TV series including HBO’s Watchmen starring Regina King, Netflix’s Mudbound; and Just Mercy, starring Michael B. Jordan. 
In addition to his work as a Hair Department Head, Lawrence served as a Key Hair Stylist on several well-known films, including Green Book, Tag, The Founder, Dirty Grandpa, and Vacation. He was also a hairstylist on films such as The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues. 
Most recently, he was the Hair Dept. Head of Warner Bros.’ 2023 musical adaptation The ColorPurple, starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, and Coleman Domingo. Lawrence received a Critics Choice nomination for Best Hair and Makeup, an NAACP Image Award nomination, and a Local 706 Makeup Artist and Hairstyling Guild Award (MUAHS) nomination for his work on the film. Positive thinking, taking direction and great networking have been the key to Lawrence’s success. Making people look and feel good is what pleases him the most. 
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/iamlawrencedavishair/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1956803/ 
News from TheTease.com:
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Interview with Tianna Dilligard
Tianna Dilligard discovered her talent for hair and beauty at an early age. Starting her journey in her cousin's salon, Tianna spent weekends washing hair, braiding, and honing her skills. By the time she was 16, she delved into the world of makeup, getting booked particularly for prom hair and makeup.
 Tianna's dedication to her craft has evolved into a mission to bring happiness and confidence to women. During her grandmother's time in a nursing home, Tianna found comfort in bringing joy to the other ladies by styling their hair and making them feel beautiful. 
Today, Tianna is a licensed hairstylist and a sought-after freelance session hair and makeup artist. Her portfolio includes work with high fashion models, renowned designers, and executives. Her clientele extends to pop singer Elvana Gyata, model Diandra Forrest, Mimi Tao, Chuck Collins, fashion brand AtelierN’Digo, and many more. 
Working in two salons, located in Jamaica Queens and Park Slope Brooklyn, Tianna welcomes clients of all ethnicities, hair textures, and styles. Committed to continuous growth, she stays dedicated to learning and evolving in the dynamic hair and makeup industry, driven by the desire to excel in her craft. 
Tianna Dilligard is on a mission to create stunning transformations one client at a time. On February 13, she takes center stage as the key hairstylist for the highly anticipated Laurence Basse New York Fashion Week show. Her team will showcase their expertise using hair tools from Nicky Clarke and styling products from Pure O Natural and ORS.
Links:
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Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.
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Interview with Erica Noon
Erica Noon is a licensed hairstylist. She is passionate about blonding services, lived in color & maintaining healthy hair. She loves to help clients feel refreshed and beautiful and to watch them leave with a smile. Erica is a Bellami Certified Extension Specialist who loves the transformation extensions can create. She takes pride in making her clients feel noticed, heard and appreciated. Continued education is a huge passion of Erica’s.  She is always hungry to learn & elevate her guest experience. Erica has a vision of one day helping other young, intimidated stylists grow and help them gain confidence in themselves and their work. Erica’s 2.5-year-old daughter is the driving force of my motivation to become a successful, influential stylist
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/ev.hairco/ https://www.instagram.com/p/C2K5EEjOe1x/
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Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com
Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly 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!
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As this week's topic is closely related, our hearts are heavy as we acknowledge the tragic events that unfolded during the Superbowl parade a few weeks ago, causing loss of lives and injuries in the Kansas City community. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims and their families. Our gratitude goes to the first responders and emergency personnel.
Interview with Patrick Regan
Patrick Regan, widely known as patty_cuts, is a renowned figure in the world of barbering, celebrated for his exceptional skills, creativity, and influential contributions to the industry. Pat has earned a stellar reputation for his mastery of the craft, specializing in the art of precision fades.
With an extensive career, Pat has cultivated a diverse clientele, including celebrities, athletes, and influencers, who seek his expertise for their signature looks. His innovative approach to barbering goes beyond traditional techniques, incorporating modern trends and cutting-edge styles that have set him apart in a competitive field.
Patrick is not just a skilled barber but also an educator working with brands like BaBylissPRO and Old Spice to share his knowledge and techniques.
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/patty_cuts/
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Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com
Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly 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!
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