Website: https://www.loxurioushairstudio.com

Welcome to another episode of NEXT LEVEL POWER PLAYERS, where we spotlight entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, and industry leaders who are building powerful brands and creating lasting impact.

In this inspiring conversation, host Dashawn Taylor sits down with Taheerah Newsome, founder of LOXURIOUS Hair Studio, to discuss the deeper meaning behind natural hair, personal freedom, entrepreneurship, and self-expression. With more than two decades of experience in the beauty industry, Taheerah shares her journey from healthcare professional to successful business owner and explains how helping clients embrace their natural hair has become part of a much larger mission.

In this episode, we discuss:

✔ The meaning behind "Hair Freedom Is Self Freedom"

✔ The personal journey of embracing natural hair and locs

✔ Building LOXURIOUS Hair Studio from the ground up

✔ Leaving a traditional career to pursue entrepreneurship

✔ The importance of trusting the process

✔ Self-confidence, identity, and personal transformation

✔ Creating a welcoming environment for every client

✔ The future of the natural hair and loc movement Whether you're an entrepreneur, beauty professional, creative, or someone navigating your own journey of growth and self-discovery, this conversation is packed with valuable insight and inspiration.

FEATURED GUEST Taheerah Newsome

Founder & Owner LOXURIOUS Hair Studio

🌐 Website: https://www.loxurioushairstudio.com

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In this inaugural episode of NEXT LEVEL POWER PLAYERS, host Dashawn Taylor sits down with acclaimed photographer and entrepreneur Bernadette Dare, founder of Dare Digitals. Bernadette shares her remarkable journey from receiving her first camera at age 14 to building a respected photography brand that has served clients across the Washington, DC region for more than two decades.

During this powerful conversation, Bernadette opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of her life, the loss of her mother, a period that led her to sleep in the backseat of her car and nearly walk away from photography forever. She discusses: • How photography became her purpose • The challenges of entrepreneurship • Building a successful creative business • Faith, resilience, and perseverance • Why every photographer must master their craft • The importance of branding and professionalism • The lessons that helped her keep going when she wanted to quit

This episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and powerful life lessons for entrepreneurs, creators, photographers, and anyone pursuing a dream.

Guest: Bernadette Dare Dare Digitals

Guest Website: www.daredigitals.com

Instagram: @daredigitals_original

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