Hairbrained Conversations

Episode # 331: Ashley Mooney CEO of ARETÉ

Dec 4, 2024

In this episode of Hb Conversations, Gerard Scarpaci sits down with Ashley Mooney to discuss Areté, a groundbreaking beauty brand focused on sustainability and innovation for hair professionals. Ashley shares her journey from intern to CEO and the inspiration behind creating Areté, a brand that champions...

Episode #330: Carlos Rojas (@colorbycarlos), Schwarzkopf Professional Digital Artistic Team

Nov 6, 2024

At age 29, Carlos Rojas (@colorbycarlos) shifted gears into hairdressing. His years in the food service industry served him well—as did his touch of theatrical flair. Now Carlos is one of the industry’s most relatable voices. Carlos discusses how inspiration in the moment helps him craft his Instagram and TikTok...

Episode #329: Stef Fox and Jen Baudier, Co-founders of @mymatchable

Oct 20, 2024

Connections build opportunities, and no other industry proves that point more than the hairdressing industry. In this episode, we’re joined by @stef_fox and @jenbaudier, co-founders of Talent Match (@mymatchable), a groundbreaking platform that works like a dating app to match salon owners and hairdressers. Learn...

Episode #328: Ian Mayer-Marszalek, @schwarzkopfusa Senior National Trainer

Oct 13, 2024

In this episode, we chat with Ian Mayer-Marszalek @ianhairspray, Senior National Trainer for Schwarzkopf Professional, about his journey from hairdresser to educator. Ian shares insights on career paths beyond the salon chair and how he's reshaping education by adapting to hairdressers' needs. We also explore the...

Episode #327, Ben White (@benmichahwhite), Fancy Hairdresser

Sep 15, 2024

A quick glance at Ben White’s Instagram bio (@benmichahwhite) reveals his unique perspective. From his tongue-out profile pic to identifying his business as a Grocery Store, you can immediately sense Ben’s irreverent approach to life. In this episode, we explore how his creative mind works, how his background as...