WORKSHOPS SCHEDULE & PRESENTERS Free to all attending expo
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Phyllis Allen Workshop Title: Political & Social side of Natural Hair Workshop Overview: • Good Hair/Bad Hair • Does sociality look at natural hair different? • Natural hair as a political statement • Going against the norm • Natural hair in work place • Are you your hair? • Why go natural? Workshop Presenter: Phyllis Allen, is co-owner of PhilRich International Locks & Hair Extension in Orlando Fl. PhilRich is a natural hair salon and it is also known as the one stop natural hair studio. Since PhilRich works have been seen in several hair magazines; they have attracted clientele from as far as Europe, Far East, and the Caribbean. She also specializes in natural hair, weaves, hair extensions, advanced hair replacement, makeup, and is an educator and does motivational speaking. Website: www.www.philrichintl.com
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Adio Kuumba Akil Workshop Title: The Health and Beauty Connection Workshop Overview: This class will discuss the use of natural elements for hair and skincare. She will explore the links between health and real beauty that shines from within. This class will give insight into herbs, foods and lifestyle choices that support health and beauty. The seven power foods to eat for optimum health and natural beauty. How to clean and keep your liver clean on a daily basis. Discuss the use of topical products that also benefit you internally.
Workshop Presenter: Adio Akil of Praises Enterprises, one of the first Ethnic eco-friendly and green natural hair and skincare product lines in the USA. Adio is a cosmetologist, entrepreneur, naturalist, visionary, spiritualist, lover of life and lover of the life in others.
Website: www.praisesenterprises.com
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Natiyah Michelle Workshop Title: The "Wombman's Dance of Life" Workshop Overview: This class is a fun fusion of belly dance, afro-carribean dance, yoga, and meditation. Workshop Presentor: Natiyah Michelle is an AFFA certified group fitness trainer and has been in the fitness industry for 4 years. She holds an A.A. degree in Exercise Science and is completing a B.S. degree in Alternative Medicine! With 6 years of dancing under her belt she has been trained in various styles such as ballet, African dance, salsa, belly dance, hip hop and jazz. It is her greatest pleasure to live a holistic lifestyle. Website: www.hopestarfitness.com
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
Felicia Leatherwood Workshop Title: Loving your Hair with Natural Care Workshop Overview:
Knowledge of High End vs. Low End Products Hair care maintenance the natural way Demos of various natural hair styles and updo's We are what we eat and that includes our hair... Understanding of what type of hair you are working with "What's on your Head?“ Q&A: What Should I Do With This Hair
Workshop Presenter: Felicia Leatherwood, celebrity stylist has worked with such clients as Jill Scott, Sanaa Lathan, Will Smith, Terrence Howard, to name a few, and has work appeared in People magazine, Essence, and InStyle, as well as in film and television, Felicia’s reputation is as solid as they come. Website: www.lovingyourhairwithnaturalcare.com
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Anita Hill Moses Workshop Title: Hair Locking and Grooming – Let’s Get Back to Basics
Workshop Overview:
Locking do’s and don’ts How to start locs in natural and relaxed hair Palm rolling techniques Basic loc repair and mending
Workshop Presenter: Anita Hill Moses, Owner/Stylist at B.A.D – Braids and Dreds has been involved in the Natural Hair Care Industry approximately 20 years and is a Master Braider and Loctician. Her talents, holistic approach, and down-to-earth tactics when it comes to training and customer relations, make her one of the most sought after Natural Hair Care Specialists in the country. Website: www.rocdalocs.com
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Brenda Searles Workshop Title: How to Cleanse, Color, Repair, & Relax Hair Naturally with CLAY & HENNA Workshop Overview:
History & Origin of Clay & Henna How to Naturally Cleanse Hair & Skin How to Naturally Color Hair How to Naturally Repair hair, skin & body therapy How to Naturally Relax Hair Q&A and Faqs
Workshop Presenter: Brenda Searles, President of Baka International Enterprises, LLC, trading as Baka Beauty, Baka Beautiful, Natural-Laxer, is the owner of the authentic and original Natural Hair Relaxer. Website: www.bakabeauty.com
Sayblee Darsale Salon
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sayblee Darsale Workshop Title: Understanding Your Black Daughter’s Natural Hair Workshop Overview: Getting to know your daughter’s natural hair and scalp Shampooing Your Daughter’s Natural Hair - Tips and Techniques Proper Detangling Procedures Quick and Easy Styles for your Natural Princess Open Forum Question and Answer Workshop Presenter: Sayblee Darsale, is a natural hair care specialist, master stylist, author, and owner of Sayblee Darsale Salon located in the heart of Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida. As part of her commitment to keeping natural hair healthy, Sayblee has formulated and is in the process of producing an original natural hair care product line. Website: www.saybleedarsalesalon.com
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
L'Angela "honeysuckle Moon" Lee Workshop Title: Roots, Trees and Flowers: Skin Eco-Artistry with honeysuckle Moon
Workshop Overview: The honeysuckle Moon Signature Facial (Normal and Acneic) Treatments for Eczema and Dermatitis Herbal Therapies for the Scalp The honeysuckle Moon Signature Body Polish Exclusive exfoliation demo Spa Product Selections and Healthy Home Care Regimens Q&A Workshop Presenter: L'Angela "honeysuckle Moon" Lee is the Owner/Product Developer of honeysuckle Moon Natural Skin Care, a wellness product line. Honeysuckle Moon Natural Skin Care provides and array of vegetarian-friendly, handcrafted goods for skin and hair. Honeysuckle Moon offers over 20 years practical skin and scalp expertise and is a born naturalist. Website: www.cartfly.com/honeysucklemoon
Ndigoblue Salon
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Sunny Howell Workshop Title: Transitioning and natural hair Workshop Overview:
Healthy Transitioning Options Style Tips During Transition Open Forum Question & Answer
Workshop Presenter: Sunny Howell is the owner of Ndigoblu Salon. She is a Master stylist since who has won numerous awards for creativity, and technique. She began specializing in natural hair in 2000, where she has enjoyed success with private, athletic, and entertainment clients.
Website: www.ndigoblue.com