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Natural Hair & Health Expo

Vision Beauty Distributors Presents the….

Natural Hair and Health Expo 2012
     Calling ALL naturals, transitioners, relaxed ladies AND gents!


Event Details

Vision Beauty Distributors Presents the...

Natural Hair and Health Expo 2012
     Calling ALL naturals, transitioners, relaxed ladies AND gents!

 

You don't want to miss it! There will be elements of natural hair, skin education, and more, throughout the day 

In addition, there will be...

* Hand-picked vendors

* Question and Answer session

* Grab bags (limited supply)

* Free hair consultations

* Good music

* Cash bar 

 

Open to the public

 $15.00 advance online purchase $20.00 @ the door

 

Click Here For Classroom Schedule


We've reserved 3660 Grandview Parkway-Cahaba Grand Conference Center located off Hwy 280 in Birmingham, AL!

 

This highly anticipated event is all the talk on the social media circuit and around town so we encourage you to get your ticket early!!


Participating Salons

                  Tickets can be purchased at the following salons:

  • Jimmy’s Barber and Style Shop
  • Onyx Beauty Salon
  • Georges Barber Shop
  • Bernies Headquarters
  • The Beauty Gallery
  • Hair Affairs
  • Faces
  • Anointed Creations
  • Simply Gorgeous Hair
  • Renovare
  • Epiphany
  • New Image
  • Salon 405
  • A Touch of Class
  • Mi Lady's
  • Senses Beauty Salon
  • Mod Salon
  • Ravens
  • Salon X'cellence
  • Salon Elite
  • Uptown Tans
  • J-Tyran
  • Theo Garfield

Sessions & Workshops

                               Informational Sessions and Workshops:

Textured Hair-Presented by Sonia Thames
Moroccan Oil-Presented by Curtis Goff
Make $200,000 with 100 Clients-Presented by Anthony Thompson
Design Essentials Hair Strengthening System-Presented by Alicia Settles

Design Essentials Natural Hair Product Line-Presented by Francesca Adams

Natural Hair 101: Understanding The Basics of Natural Hair-Presented by Urbanbella and Natural Girls Rock

Think it's a game-Presented by Theo Garfield

Natural Textures-Presented by Vonzell Derrico and Charmaine Franscoise

Skincare and Natural Makeup Application- Presented by Kim Hayes

Zija International-Presented by Dr. Robert Agee

MiBella Gynecology-Presented by Mia Cowan

 
Online Advance Purchase $15.00
Tickets @ the Door $20.00
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FREE HAIR CONSULTATIONS


CAHABA GRAND CONFERENCE CENTER


3660 Grandview Parkway
[OFF HIGHWAY 280]

View Cahaba Grand Conference Center in a larger map

WHEN
March 11, 2012
From 12pm - 6pm


Exhibitor Packages

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Hosted By

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Special Guest Appearances


MC-Isis Jones~98.7 KISS FFM




Natural Girls Rock




Urbanbella




Experience the Soulful sounds of Jazz Artist Rajdulari Barnes

http://www.gigmasters.com/jazz-ensemble/Rajdulari-jazz-vocalist/


Course Bio's

Title: Textured Hair
Learn the most innovative techniques for creating textured curls, wave & crinkles on any hair, regardless of ethnicity. You will gain a wealth of information on everything from styling tips & techniques for all hair especially natural afro kinky hair including twists, locks, creating curly / wavy looks, combing, styling options and maintenance for your lovely hair. We will also discuss the use of color to enhance your appearance and extensions to increases your style variety. The current movement towards natural hair is no fad, but a movement towards redefining and embracing what is beautiful and acceptable to people with textured hair.
by Instructor-Sonia Thames

Title: Moroccan oil
The Moroccan Oil class will show the benefits of the product and how to properly use the entire line. This line is designed to work together for optimal results. Use it properly and it will moisturize, strengthen, protect and give hair a super shine. The smell is awesome! This is a professional product that assists with chemical services and regular maintenance! This is the 1st and best product containing Argan Oil in the market. Learning to use this product properly will increase revenue through retail sales and customer satisfaction. Do no miss the class!
by Instructor-Curtis Goff

Title: Make $200,000 with 100 clients
Description: Learn how to book appointments without ever answering the phone. Learn to maximize time by having automated reminders going out to clients to reduce no shows and late cancellations. Remind clients automatically of their chemical services and never miss an appointment again. Sell and track retail to increase income. Track business expenses to save money on accountants and taxes. Get larger tax breaks, know who your customers are and all their contact information. Market through the Internet for mass eblasts and more. If you want to make $200,000, then you must attend this class
by Instructor-Anthony Thompson


Title: Design Essentials Natural Hair Product Line
 Francesca D. Adams has been a Master Cosmetologist for the past 13 years and a makeup artist for the past 11 years.  She now resides in Atlanta, GA.  She is licensed in three (3) states  Florida, North Carolina and Georgia.  Francesca studied and graduated from Dudley Cosmetology University in Kernersville, NC, and has  trained with some of the beauty industry's greatest talent.  Her work has been published in several magazines including Sophisticate's Black Hair, Universal Salon and other affiliates.  With a passion in cosmetics she has been a beauty advisor for Dudley Cosmetics as well as worked for M.A.C Cosmetics.  Having spent the past 13 years perfecting her craft, she worked with celebrities doing video and photography shoots.  Francesca is a national Creative Educator and Natural Specialist Educator for Design Essentials Salon System and has had the honor of working on numerous photo and video shoots for the company in the marketing division.  She has been with the company for 5 years and has definitely grown in her craft. Francesca works very closely with the research and development department for Design Essentials, testing to help and aid in the company as they continue to produce quality product. She has traveled as a platform artist and graced the stages of Bronner Bros. Hair Show.  She has also had the honor and privilege to be a stylist and work on the set of Sunday's Best season two (2). As she continues to master her knowledge and skills in coloring, Francesca knows that education is the foundation and key to excel in the God given talents and abilities that she has obtained. by Instructor Francesca Adams


Title: Think it's a game

Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Mr. Garfield. I am an internationally known platform artist, instructor and educator. I currently have 20 plus years of experience in the professional Cosmetology/ Beauty Industry. I AM A MOVER AND A SHAKER! by Instructor Theo Garfield
 

Mr. Garfield Expresses how to manage YOUR own GOD given beautiful hair.
Commonly Asked Questions
•    How to avoid “The Big Chop”!!
•    How to understand the transitioning process without hair shedding and hair breakage.
•    DAILY MAINTENANCE IS MANDATORY!!!
•    How do you have a hair problem when there are possibilities?
                                                                   ALL HAIR HAS THE ABILITY TO GROW AND BE HEALTHY!!!!


Title: Natural Textures

Dessence Hair Studio believes in healthy hair and a healthy lifestyle that is created and maintained from the inside out. We encourage anyone we come in contact with to embrace and love who you naturally are, our goal is to enhance your natural beauty, in this, we help you to create an image for you whether you are natural, relaxer free, transitioning, or even chemically enhanced.The goal is which ever journey you choose, we take a healthy approach.  Healthy hair requires and demands a healthy lifestyle. You must eat healthy and exercise to maintain and encourage hair growth. We look forward to giving tips that are very simple and effective to keep you healthy and your blood circulating which will lead to a complete healthy lifestyle. Our staff focus is continously educating ourselves so that we can educate our clients.We have love and passion for what we do, so our clients see this from the results of each and every visit to our studio.  We also believe that you must live the best life you can, laugh because you should and love because life will be so much better if its truely in your heart. These small lifestyle tips that we provide, we also practice and this helps to develop our staff so we can help develop and enhance a new you.  This class will educate the audience giving proper maintenance and consultation.  This class will emphasize the Design Essentials Natural Line to ensure beautiful natural hair.  Come join us as we take you on an adventure to bring out your inner and natural beauty.  by Instructors Vonzell Derrico and Charmaine Franscoise


Title: Skincare and Natural Makeup Application 

Kim Hayes, Future Sales Director with Mary Kay Cosmetics will be teaching skincare and natural looking makeup application techniques. Ladies who don't wear makeup will receive a spa facial resulting in soft, natural looking skin.


Title: Zija International
 
Dr. Robert Agee, Jr. is recognized as one of the leading resources for primary care sports.  He is the lead physician in the first line of defense for clients' non-operative sports medicine needs.  
    
Dr. Robert Agee, Jr. attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia and Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee.  A California native, raised on the presidio of San Francisco, returned to California to train in family practice at the UCSF-fresno medical residency program.  In 1999 Dr. Agee completed a sports medicine fellowship in Birmingham at the American Sports Medicine Institute, which was co-founded by sports medicine pioneer Dr. Lawrence Lemak.


Title: MiBella Gynecology   

Dr. Mia Cowan is Founder and Medical Director of MiBella Wellness Center.  A native of Birmingham, AL, Dr. Mia received both her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Master of Arts degree in Health Education and Promotion from the University of Alabama. She completed her Doctorate of Medicine and residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Medical College of Wisconsin. During residency, Dr. Mia won several awards and was appointed Chief Resident of the OB/GYN residency program from 2005-2006. Dr. Mia is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She received her training as a Bariatric Medicine Specialist from the Center for Medical Weight Loss and has a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University.



Title: Natural Hair Basics 101

Classroom 1

What is Natural Girls Rock? Natural Girls Rock is a movement, slogan and brand to promote woman wearing their hair in its natural state with unwavering confidence. They have a global following and will share information in regards to the Movement and their Membership Programs for Individuals and Businesses. YOU don’t want to miss it!

Urbanbella – “The Importance of Curl Charasteristics”

Urbanbella is a well-known, and respected “curl pattern expert” in the Atlanta area.  She will be teaching on “The Importance of Curl Charasteristics” and “How to Define YOUR Curl Pattern”. She has just released her Signature Series product line and has brought it here to Alabama!

Classroom 2

What is Natural Girls Rock? Natural Girls Rock is a movement, slogan and brand to promote woman wearing their hair in its natural state with unwavering confidence. They have a global following and will share information in regards to the Movement and their Membership Programs for Individuals and Businesses. YOU don’t want to miss it!

Pura Body Naturals – “All About Natural Ingredients”

Pura body Naturals is an expert in the industry when it comes to knowing the benefits of natural ingredients. Get your pen and pad out to for this session! You will meet the mixtress behind the brand herself and she will share “beauty tips” on the BEST natural ingredients for hair and skin! 

Mhe Magazine

The founders of Mhe Magazine will share the premiere issue of the first mass publication magazine dedicated to natural hair. This magazine is currently available in major grocery stores in the Atlanta area. Come show your support and join history making for our community.




Show Agenda Information

 

  

VISION BEAUTY DISTRIBUTORS
Presents….
1st Annual Natural Hair and Health Expo
March 11, 2012

MAIN STAGE

11:45-12:00

Doors Open/ Design  
Essentials-American Heart      
           Assoc. Welcome/Zija Int'l       
                       

12:00-12:30

“Be Red Cross Ready”
    American Red Cross

12:35-12:45

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer         
Jeanie Lawson

12:50-1:00

MiBella OB/GYN
                                                      Mia Cowan

1:05-2:15

Design Essentials /McBride Research Labs

2:20-2:30

Nahbila's Essentials

Sonia Thames

INTERMISSION

2:35-3:05

Soulful sounds of Rajdulari/
          Salon Garfield/Theo Garfield

3:10-4:10

Design Essentials

4:15-4:30

Candace's Closet Boutique

Candace Chatman

4:35-4:45

Angela’s KISS All Natural
                                                        Angela Carter

4:50-5:00
                              Zija International
Malinda White
5:05-5:15Global Spalon Distributors & The Lock Oasis
Gigi Beasley & Sheena Moore
5:20-5:30MiBella Gynecology
Mia Cowan
5:40-6:40Design Essentials
6:45-7:15Soulful Sounds of Radjulari

 

 



Participating Vendors


2012 Natural Hair and Health Expo Vendors

Candace’s Closet Boutique                          Candace Chatman
     Scentsy                                        Lavora Little
Organo Gold Natural Coffee                     David Cooper
“Smooth as Butter” (100% Shea Butter)        Andrew Coston
Sweetsational Soaps                                 Monica Curry
Angela’s K.I.S.S. All Natural Hair Care         Angela Carter
Debra’s Eye Lashes                                      Debra Alexander
MHE Magazine                                         Hanoy Suggs
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer                   Jeanie Lawson
Salon Garfield                                             Theo Garfield
American Red Cross                                  Julie Lavan
         Urbanbella                                      Keneesha Hudson
Lifestyles                                       Tina Kay
Nahbilas’s Essentials                               Sonia Thames
MiBella                                                Mia Cowan
Moroccan Oil                                       Curtis Goff
                      Biz Link                                       Anthony Thompson
Zija International                                         Malinda White
            Mary Kay                                           Kimberly Hayes
Natural Girls Rock                                   Kelley J
Global Spalon Distributors                  Gigi Beasley
The Lock Oasis                                    Sheena Moore
Organnika Skincare                             Charlotte Church
Access 205 Email-Blast Company               Micah Johnson
Otay Shoes
American Heart Association
Handy Photography
Donald Love Photography




Participating Sponsors

Curtis Goff


American Heart Association


Vision Beauty Distributors


Nahbila's Essentials


DE Natural


Handy Photo




Sponsor Products

Design Essentials Products