Speakers
Ambrielle Wilkins
Breakout Session
Ambrielle Wilkins is a beauty industry executive, educator, and innovation leader dedicated to redefining growth within modern lash artistry. With nearly two decades of experience spanning artistry, education, and corporate leadership, she currently serves as an executive at The Lash Lounge, where she leads advanced training initiatives, service innovation, and national education strategies that impact hundreds of stylists across the country.
Having evolved from working behind the chair to shaping large-scale education programs, Ambrielle is known for bridging technical mastery with leadership development, helping artists expand beyond technique into confidence, influence, and sustainable career success. Her work centers on elevating artist performance, enhancing the guest experience, and empowering beauty professionals to see new possibilities for their careers.
As the designer and host of The Polished Hustle podcast, she champions conversations around leadership, ambition, and inspiring professionals to pursue success with intention, alignment, and longevity.
Speaker Sessions:
Career Growth + Business Strategy
Suite Life vs Salon Culture: The Truth Behind Both
Salon culture or suite life? For many lash artists, this decision feels like the biggest career move they’ll make. But the conversation is often oversimplified.
In this honest and insightful session, Ambrielle Wilkins breaks down the real differences between salon environments and going solo. From mentorship and structure to independence and long-term growth, she’ll explore the opportunities and challenges that come with each path. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how each environment shapes skill development, confidence, income potential, and sustainability in the beauty industry.
Whether you’re early in your career or considering your next move, this conversation will help you step back from industry pressure and make decisions based on what truly supports your goals and long-term success.
