Today we’d like to introduce you to Ashley Crawford.
So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Anyone who knows me would probably say that one of my greatest gifts is being creative. I’ve been a vocalist all of my life but apart from that I worked in banking as a Manager for eight years. I began to realize how much of my life I was missing based on poor work-life balance, so I began to seek new opportunities to create income. I discover lashes and decided to test the waters.
I researched and founds a successful lash entrepreneur who was hosting a lash training. It was right around Christmas time and I remember telling myself this would be my gift to myself. So, I booked a flight and went to Atlanta to train. I initially felt defeated or very much out of my league but as I began to take my time and build my confidence I realized it was something I could do and it became my therapy. I started working on family and friends and the word spread and since then I’ve been building my business and growing ever since.
Has it been a smooth road?
The road has definitely not been smooth but nothing ever is. I took the good with the bad and I’ve learned from every obstacle. One of my greatest challenges was learning to be better at time management. When your an entrepreneur you really have to balance your time and resources.
So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the iCandi Lash and Brow Bar story. Tell us more about the business.
iCandi Lash and Brow Bar is a boutique salon that specializes lash extensions, Lash Lifts, and permanent makeup. We are so proud of the new home for the business we have a chic, classy salon located in the Oak Forest. At iCandi, we work with each client to cater to their desires and needs. The experience and attention to detail is what sets iCandi Lash and Brow Bar apart. Many customers have described their experience as “peaceful”.
How do you think the industry will change over the next decade?
Lash Extensions and Permanent Makeup are both very popular in the beauty industry and will likely remain a staple in most women’s beauty routine. I do foresee changes occurring but like any successful business iCandi is always prepared learn new techniques and skills to meet industry changes.
Contact Info:
- Address: 5123 Ella Blvd
Houston, TX 77018 - Website: Icandibeauty.com
- Phone: 832-583-6465
- Email: icandy.info@yahoo.com
- Instagram: @icandi_lashes
- Facebook: ICandi lashes
Image Credit:
Wes Deason Photography
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