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* first partners P&G Hair Care LLC: Clairol Professional and Wella American Classics www.clairolpro.com Martin Kaufmann, Managing Director, P&G Professional Care Openline, Lynne Boehm, Director, Communications and Education Clairol Professional, 1932; The Wella Corp., 1931 Miss Clairol, Clairol Professional Premium Crème, Color Charm, Beautiful Collection, Complements, Second Nature, Basic White, Jazzing To create new generations of colorists who want to use their creative talents to provide skilled coloring, cutting, and styling services to America’s beauty-salon clients. All stylists are invited to the color classes taught by our expert Design Team members. Beginning and advanced techniques are offered. www.clairolpro.com 800-221-4900 or www.clairolpro.com company name website executives founding year primary brands mission statement advanced education contact info for products >Danny Lapointe Aristic Director, Clairol Professional Who was your ﬁrst industry mentor and what did you learn from him or her? I have to say my mom because she taught me everything she knows. I started working in her salon when I was 14 years old. The ﬁrst thing she said to me was, “You need to know how to do a great shampoo to make the client feel good before you start doing the hair.” During your ﬁrst years as a stylist, what was your biggest challenge? I was nervous in the beginning because I was afraid I would do something wrong with color, perm, and especially with my hair cuts. Then I realized that it is only hair and I started to relax and really enjoy it. Tell us about a favorite client from your early days in the industry. I was fortunate to have one client in particular who really trusted me, even at an early stage in my career. She let me do everything I wanted to her hair. This made me feel so good, especially because she had short hair and that’s my favorite to work with. I still do her hair when I am in the salon and I even do her children’s hair now. What has been your favorite salon industry class and why? One of the ﬁrst classes I attended was a trade show because my mom wanted me to see what the business was all about. I will always remember that day when I saw all the educators demonstrating to stylists the new techniques. At that moment, I said to myself that I want to be there one day and I want to be the one sharing my passion with others. What is one thing that you would tell new graduates about the hair industry? Above all, be passionate about what you are doing. Never stop learning and ﬁnd a mentor who will help you to elevate your skill and help you through any obstacles that may arise. >Anita Gutierrez Lead Color Master, Clairol Professional Who was your ﬁrst industry mentor and what did you learn from him or her? My mother and uncle mentored me and made hair color look so interesting and fun. I learned if you have a vision, then you need to just go for it. During your ﬁrst years as a stylist, what was your biggest challenge? Actually, my biggest challenge was color and I completely immersed myself in it so that I could learn everything there is to know. I went to every workshop I could, until it eventually became easier for me. Once I nailed down the technical, the artistic side took over for me and it’s been an incredible ride from that point on. Tell us about a favorite client from your early days in the industry. I recall this very beautiful mature blonde woman named Helen. She had a wise way about her and she was down to earth. She advised me to follow what was in my heart and make the most of whatever I did in life. She told me to always own it and be proud. Today, that’s the way I live my life. I feel so lucky to actually do what I love, which is coloring hair. I don’t know what happened to Helen, but her words left a lasting impression. What has been your favorite salon industry class and why? I remember attending a Sassoon class in Los Angeles. It was a benchmark moment in my life. It gave me a vision and taught me to apply myself at work. It will show in your work and in your life, and it ultimately has rewarded me. What is one thing that you would tell new graduates about the hair industry? I would advise them that there are so many directions they can follow in this industry, but it’s important to stay focused, pay attention to your goals and always maintain your vision. Dream big and go for it! 28 MODERN SALON’S FIRSTCHAIR SPRING 2008 Learn more @ ﬁrstchair.com http://www.clairolpro.com http://www.clairolpro.com http://www.clairolpro.com http://www.clairolpro.com http://firstchair.com

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