EP#37 - HAIR CARE: STEM-POWERED INSIGHTS FROM AN ENTREPRENEUR'S JOURNEY with Rhonda Pope

Read It Right Radio Show

In this episode, I talk with Rhonda Pope, CEO of Nurture Hair Care and Hydra Bar Salon, about Hair Care: STEM-Powered Insights from an Entrepreneur's Journey.

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Rhonda:

• How did you get started in your hair care journey?
• Who do you help in your business now, and how?
• Can you elaborate on how the process of identifying unmet needs and crafting solutions aligns with the principles of STEM?
• Can you share your experience working with a chemist to develop your products?
• How can your journey inspire young minds to explore STEM and entrepreneurship?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Hair Care: STEM-Powered Insights from an Entrepreneur's Journey:

• Rhonda's passion for hair care, especially natural and textured hair, and her journey to create products that enhance natural hair without chemical alteration.
• The importance of understanding the science behind hair care and how STEM principles are integral to developing effective hair products.
• The collaborative process with chemists to ensure the products are scientifically sound and meet high standards.
• Encouragement for young entrepreneurs to follow their passion, align with knowledgeable mentors, and stay dedicated to their goals.
• Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on the importance of proper business setup, financial management, and continuous learning.

About the Host: Tiffani Teachey
Tiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, TEDx international speaker, and international best-selling author of the children’s book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z,” the STEM Crew Kids Adventures series, and three empowerment books. She is the host of the Read It Right Radio Show on WDRBmedia. Tiffani owns Thrive Edge Publishing and is the owner/publishing consultant of Inspired Authors Publishing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is a Leadership Studies Ph.D. student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

As an engineer with over 19 years of experience, Tiffani is passionate about inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor. For more about Tiffani, visit her website at www.TiffaniTeachey.com. Check out the free STEM gift—the 10 STEM Scholarships & Organizations e-book—at www.stemistheway.com.