Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by my daughters, Journee and Faith, to build generational wealth so they begin on a plateau—able to see farther, move faster, and elevate our family legacy. I’m passionate about pouring into young girls’ confidence so they know they are royalty, creating opportunities for gifted stylists to change their family trajectories, and bringing luxury spaces to underserved communities—because everyone deserves excellence.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by my “why”—my family, my community, and the legacy I’m building. I’m naturally competitive, and my biggest competition is myself—I’m always striving to grow and improve in every area of my life. Failure is not an option; my husband and I have self-funded four salons in five short years, with our life savings on the line. I’m driven to win not just for us, but to become seed money and open doors for others to bring their visions to

What would you do with the $25,000?

If awarded $25,000, I would strategically invest in scaling Princess Hair Pizzazz through marketing, team support, and infrastructure. Funds would amplify brand visibility through digital ads and media, enhance employee benefits like childcare and healthcare to attract and retain top talent, and strengthen HR tools and processes. This investment drives revenue growth and operational excellence to support our continued expansion.