Jen Atkin, considered one of the most influential hair stylists in the world, will launch and discuss her new book “Blowing My Way To The Top: How to Break the Rules, Find Your Purpose, and Create the Life and Career You Deserve,” during a virtual event on Tuesday, December 8, on CrowdCast, starting at 7 p.m.
In her book, Atkin shatters the illusion of effortless, instant success that permeates social media to reveal the sweat, dedication, and drive it really takes to make it. Jen chronicles her remarkable journey—from growing up in a conservative religious community where girls were encouraged to marry young, to striking out on her own and breaking every rule and convention to build an empire.
Atkin started her career in Hollywood and quickly began working with the most influential stars, including Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney Kardashian, Katy Perry, Jessica Alba, and Jennifer Lopez. Today, with over 1.5mm followers on social media, she’s what the New York Times calls “The Most Influential Hairstylist in the World,” counting top models Chrissy Teigen, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, and Gigi and Bella Hadid as some of her most loyal clientele.
Atkin was inspired to launch her haircare line OUAI in 2016 following her frequent travels to Europe and Middle East. The digital savvy brand was created to save women time with an easy to navigate website, app and subscription model. OUAI includes curated multi-use products and supplements that work hand in hand to help women achieve hair health from the inside and out.
In an effort to unite the hair industry and create a community for hairstylists, Jen created ManeAddicts.com. The digital magazine gives readers access to the world’s top hairstylists, featuring the best products on the market, and instructional how- to’s. The site’s expansive readership has garnered the attention of media outlets such as Elle, InStyle and Teen Vogue as THE hair related resource.
Since its launch in 2014, Mane Addicts has since expanded to include Mane University, a global education resource that brings top stylists to major cities around the world to teach and inspire a new generation of hairdressers.
Atkin on Tuesday will be conversing with Stephanie Shepherd, entrepreneur, environmental advocate, and tastemaker.
In 2019, Shepherd co-founded the digital climate education platform, @FutureEarth. She is also an ambassador for Days For Girls International, The Environmental Working Group, and former Vice President Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project, among others. Formerly the Chief Operating Officer of Kardashian West Brands, Shepherd has since established her own platform and partnered with American Express, Google, and J Brand – among other prominent lifestyle brands. She is also the host and an executive producer of Facebook Watch series, “Steph Shep Says.”
A ticket purchase includes one copy of “Blowing My Way to the Top.” Once you make the purchase, you will be registered to join this special event. Copies will include a signed bookplate.
To get access including the book, visit www.vromansbookstore.com/
If you would like to join the event without a book, please sign up directly at Crowdcast through www.crowdcast.io/e/