Step into a world where passion meets entrepreneurship in the beauty industry with our exclusive hour-long panel discussion. This is your unique chance to hear directly from trailblazing female founders of cosmetic brands, who share not just their success stories but also the challenges and triumphs of their journeys from makeup artists to industry innovators. Whether you’re an aspiring makeup artist, a budding entrepreneur, or a beauty enthusiast, this panel offers invaluable insights into the realities of building a brand, the power of digital influence, and the importance of staying true to your vision. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be inspired by the voices of those who’ve reshaped the landscape of the cosmetic world. Unlock access now to discover the secrets behind their success and how you can apply these lessons to your own aspirations in the beauty industry.
Ashunta is a trailblazing beauty industry veteran with over two decades of experience, renowned for her unique and flawless clean beauty technique. Her innovative approach to makeup has garnered the attention of prestigious brands like Dior, Biore, Codex Beauty, Armani Beauty, Mary Kay, Cover Girl, Nair, Simple Beauty, Milani, Elizabeth Arden, Loreal, Smashbox, Jane Iredale, and many more, leading to impactful collaborations in the world of social media and magazines.
With a stellar career working alongside today’s hottest stars such as Zendaya, Janelle Monae, Rihanna, T araji P. Henson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Alicia Keys, Tessa Thompson, and many others, Ashunta’s artistry has graced the faces of some of the most iconic celebrities in the industry. Her journey began as a male groomer, catapulted by influential figures like P. Diddy and Usher, who entrusted her to groom top male stars like Jay Z, Swizz Beatz, Denzel Washington, and even basketball legend Michael Jordan.
But Ashunta’s impact goes beyond her incredible talent; she’s a dedicated mentor, nurturing the next generation of makeup artists, especially women. Many of her mentees have gone on to serve A-list celebrity clients, a source of immense pride for Ashunta. She believes in paving the way for others and champions diversity in the industry, stating, “As a Black Creative, it is my duty to ensure continued opportunities for all.”
Ashunta’s work shines on the covers of leading global publications, at major red carpet events, on the sets of #1 television shows, in blockbuster movies, TV commercials, and music videos. She serves as the Department Head of “The Best Man,” set to release in December 2022, and her impressive credits include being a Makeup Artist on hit productions like “Empire” (2015-2020), “The Lost City” (2022), and ”Hidden Figures” (2016). Ashunta’s legacy in the beauty industry is marked by excellence, mentorship, and a commitment to making a difference.
JAMIE GREENBERG
Jamie Greenberg has made herself one of Hollywood’s most indispensable makeup artists as a highly sought after beauty personality. Her work is seen on red carpets and is often featured in magazine editorials for Allure, Esquire, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Harper’s Bazaar and more. Some of her most frequent clients include; Kaley Cuoco, Rashida Jones, Chelsea Handler, Lizzy Caplan, Kristen Stewart, Jane Levy, Mae Whitman, Busy Phillips, and many other amazing women! She engages her audience through her Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok on a daily basis. In October 2020 Jamie launched her cosmetics line that now features The Blighlighter, Multeye Masks, B.F.M.R. Mist, and The Bloss. All of her multi-functional products are clean, vegan, and Leaping Bunny certified cruelty free. Eternally excited and ready for new challenges, Jamie brings warmth and vitality to every assignment and enhances each of her clients with her playful and optimistic sense of beauty.
JEANINE LOBELL
Since creating and launching Stila Cosmetics, Jeanine Lobell has been a mainstay in the beauty industry. As an iconic celebrity makeup artist, her work has been seen on the covers of Vogue, W, and Elle, as well
as glamming the faces of Jessica Chastain, Natalie Portman, and Cate Blanchett just to name a few.
Now she’s launched “Neen,” the high-performance, environmen- tally conscious makeup line. Made for every skin tone, Neen serves pressed pigment shadows, 2 in 1 cheek and lip, hydrating glosses and highlighters, and a volumizing mascara. Taking sustainability to new heights, all components are an evolution in eco packaging design.
TISHA THOMPSON
A trained professional makeup artist turned beauty business maven, Tisha Thompson, is the Founder and CEO of LYS™ Beauty with more than 20 years’ industry experience in clean beauty product development, brand management, marketing, finance and operations. Unapologetic in her pursuit to diversify the marketplace, Tisha built LYS™ as a landing-place for makeup and skincare solutions that are uniquely catered to various skin types, textures and tones, while addressing common skin concerns, like hyperpigmentation, dark spots and sensitive skin. With ingredients as her tool and confidence as the goal, Tisha is on a mission to dispel the myth that clean beauty, deep shade ranges and high-performance products cannot coexist.
Following a listen and respond approach to innovation, Tisha has spent years intimately studying the beauty consumer to fill gaps in the market as it relates to performance, shade offerings, undertones and marketing representation. Truly becoming one with the lab, she relays these consumer concerns for a final result that gives you the immediate payoff you want with the lasting benefits your skin needs. Because when it comes to your skin, compromising shouldn’t be an option.
Innately curious and hungry for change, Tisha dedicates her time traveling the world to discover best beauty practices, emerging trends and consumer-facing concerns to create products that break down barriers and build up confidence. She is known for celebrating the non-conforming views of beauty through globally recognized campaigns.
As a millennial mom of two, beauty enthusiast and undisputed go-getter, Tisha understands the industry’s need for clean products that are equal parts effective and inclusive. She dedicates her time traveling across the world to discover emerging trends, ingredients and practices and consumer-facing concerns, which are echoed throughout the company to produce a carefully curated collection of products that satisfy the needs of the global consumer. When she’s not at the baseball field with her two son’s, you can find her testing products in the lab, conceptualizing beautiful packaging or brainstorming strategies to break down the barriers in the beauty industry.
MADELINE LEONARD
Madeline Leonard is owner/director of Cloutier Remix and brand consultant in the Lifestyle/Beauty/Wellness space. She facilitates the connections between artists/experts/influencers with initiatives, brands, services, launches and media. Madeline’s long standing relationships with artists, brands and media are the foundation of what has made her agency so extraordinary for the past 30+ years. Madeline continues to strategically broker meaningful partnerships and creative collaborations among artists, brands, and projects. ” Today our focus is much wider and more strategic. We facilitate how to stand out in a crowded market. She focuses on global brand partnerships and strategies. “Collaboration is the only path for great things. I’ve never lost the excitement that comes from being a part of a creative venture. “
