Would You Rather? Branded or Unbranded

In this episode, we play a little game of “would you rather,” to explore what it really looks like to work with a brand vs. going out on your own. We're talking indie education vs. branded education, private labels vs. big logos, sponsorship perks, limitations, visibility, ownership, and everything in between. It's not just about choosing sides, it's about knowing what you want, what you value, and where the industry is headed next.

Featuring

Sarah Rappolt @sarahrappolt Co Founder of It’s the Breakroom @itsthebreakroom

Garrett Markenson @garrettmarkenson Founder of Reverie @gmreverie

Akela Douglass @akelashair Owner of Got Roots Color Bar @gotrootscolorbar

Lo Shabino @classiclois_hairstylist Owner of Strangebird Salon @strangebirdsalon

Sponsor

Reverie @gmreverie

Reverie, a daydream of botanical pleasures founded by Garrett Markenson.

Reverie is hair care for all humans, no matter your hair density or texture. The clean and innovative formulas nurture the integrity of your hair for unrivaled results. Made intentionally in California, Reverie utilizes innovative skincare methodology to formulate products of substance, a ritual that stands above and apart.

Want Reverie in your salon? Email [email protected]. Mention code DIRTYHAIR10 and save 10% on your opening order. Follow @gmreverie on Instagram for all things botanical pleasures.

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