Lilly Benitez

In this episode of The Beauty Solopreneur, Host and IBP Founder Lynzie Smith is talking with the Founder and Director of Blade Craft Barber Academy, Lilly Benitez. Blade Craft Barber Academy refines the modern Barber to become a positive influence in our world one service at a time! Not only do they train Veterans recently separating from the military to obtain a new intention filled career, but they also offer innovative payment plans for low income households to provide education to help aspiring Barbers step into a career path. Lilly is first generation from El Salvadoran immigrants, she fundraised to build the Academy from scratch to provide a safe haven in Dallas, Texas.

This episode is also perfect for our upcoming Business on the Road Digital Retreat, this Sunday, November 14, 2021! Lilly is also a full time RVer! She's an amazing resource in this experience, and around hosting quality events! Join Lynzie and Lilly at Blade Craft Barber Bash on December 12, 2021. Tickets are linked in our show notes as well!

Topics discussed:

1. Breaking the 'Gender Role' as a Female Barber
2. Creating community and building relationships with intention through your skill set
3. Overcoming the hurdles and barriers of financing education

Have you thought about taking your business Mobile? We'll be hosting our first Mobile Business Digital Retreat on November 14, 2021 and we'd love to share more information with you! Drop your contact information in the first link below!

Links mentioned in this episode: https://independentbeautypros.com/mobile-retreat/ bladecraftbarberacademy.com https://www.dallasnews.com/arts-entertainment/2019/09/12/in-deep-ellum-blade-craft-trains-a-new-kind-of-barber-with-a-focus-on-inclusion/ Blade Craft Barber Bash 12/12/21- https://checkout.square.site/buy/EYPYGLM6B26B4WMPJ33CWMQ3

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