2024 Small Business Awards Diverse Business Champion!


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We are beyond proud to be recognized at the 2024 Small Business Awards as this year’s Diverse Business Champion.  After being nominated, independent judges from Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce reviewed and interviewed the finalists, and we are thrilled to have been selected and share the stage with the other amazing small business award winners.

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Two people holding a fundraising poster for Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, with a goal thermometer and colorful decor, standing in front of hair care products. Both are smiling at the camera.

This award highlights our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within both our company and the community. Our dedication is reflected in initiatives like supporting the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s Mosaic coalition, fundraising for the Equality Center, and being an active member of Oklahoma’s Equality Business Alliance. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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From showcasing heritage months to participating in Tulsa Pride, we’re committed to celebrating and supporting diversity in all we do. We ensure our space is fully accessible to all guests and mobility types and provide privacy screens for guests who require discretion when having their hair styled. Additionally, our focus on inclusive education ensures that our stylists can skillfully serve guests of every hair type, bridging gaps left in traditional cosmetology training. 

 

 

 

 

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A heartfelt thank you to our incredible DEI collaboration team for their dedication, time, and efforts in creating and supporting the initiatives that make our salon a more inclusive and welcoming space. Your passion and hard work are at the heart of this honor.

A group of nine people posed in front of a backdrop at the Tulsa Small Business Awards, organized by the Tulsa Regional Chamber.

For information on the Small Business Awards and the Chambers small business connection https://tulsachamber.com/smallbusiness 

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