Harmon's Beauty School
offers top-notch training for future stylists.
G’Marie
knows that hair designers must be extremely skilled, and it is
important that they are educated in every aspect of hair care and
design. And through her business, Harmon's Beauty School, she sees to
it that they get the proper education.
"We provide skills to students that will help them become successful;
we cover all the bases," G’Marie said.
G’Marie entered the beauty industry more than 20 years ago. After
cosmetology school and being an apprentice to various stylists across
the country, she opened her own hair studio named Textures by G'Marie
in 1995. "Scary" was the word that G’Marie used to describe her first
customer, but that feeling soon faded as her clientele and confidence
grew. G soon became known for her specialty in hair color and is now a
representative colorist for Kenny Williams' Action Beauty Supply.
She is highly recommended to anyone who wants to know anything and
everything about hair color formulas.
G’Marie's career has been on a steady rise since she started in the
industry. She says she is different from other hair designers because
she is versatile, and attributes her success to the constant gain of
knowledge.
"To be in this industry long term, one needs to be able to cross over
into other markets. You can not be limited," G’Marie explains, advising
stylists to be able to work with all types of hair textures and be well
rounded. Technology has also given businesswoman opportunities to reach
more clientele with customer service needs. The company's first Web
site was launched in the mid-'90s; however, the second web site http://www.texturesbygmarie.com
far surpasses its predecessor. The site allows clients to view prices,
seek hair care advice and schedule appointments. G’Marie knows that
education is the number one factor in becoming successful in any field.
Harmon’s Beauty School has been around for more than 40 years.
"At Harmon's we teach our students a great deal of professionalism and
how to operate as a team," explains G’Marie. Customer service is also
key. As the teacher helps students become inspired about their new
profession, two extraordinary African American women entrepreneurs
allow the teacher to maintain a positive outlook. Madame C. J.
Walker and Oprah keep G’Marie motivated and focused. "Madame C.
J. Walker's story and challenges she overcame are so inspirational to
me."
She also says passion is key to success. "A person needs to be able to
do the job without getting paid for it; money should not be the focus.
You have to be able to do your job for free to help others."
The stylist takes her advice as she gives back to the community. The
Harmon's Beauty School participated in the annual Prince George County
Family Crisis Center Walk for Prevention of Domestic Violence on Oct.
18.
Her future entails not only graduating highly qualified stylists but
also opening a national chain of
Textures By G’Marie Salon & Spa.
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