The Green Beauty Community Foundation is thrilled to introduce the Green Artist Collective—a remarkable group of hairstylists, salon owners and sustainability educators shaping the future of beauty. Each member uniquely blends creativity with purpose, leading the way toward eco-conscious practices and inclusive spaces. Together, they're proving that sustainability isn't just possible in beauty—it's transformative, inspiring and beautiful. These professionals are setting the standard for sustainability and inclusivity in the beauty industry.
Meet the innovators elevating our industry, and let their journeys inspire your own:
Green Artist Collective
*Artists listed alphabetically by first name.
Jacquelyn Rodriguez (@cleanbeautybizcoach): A prominent figure in the clean beauty moment, Jacquelyn is the founder of Enlightened Styles and The Holistic Salon Academy and a co-founder of the Green Beauty Community. She guides salon owners to create successful, eco-conscious businesses without sacrificing profitability. Jacquelyn passionately educates stylists on sustainability strategies that align their businesses with both environmental values and financial success.
Kimberly Loomis (@kimberlyloomis): Kimberly brings her distinctive artistry and eco-conscious passion to the collective as GBC's Community Coordinator, as well as the owner of Urban Posh Studio and founder of Free Your Mind Education. Her commitment to sustainability shines through in every interaction, combining skilled hairstyling with mindful practices designed to reduce the industry's environmental impact.
Leslie Menich (@lesliemenich): Leslie is a dedicated advocate for clean living, combining her personal wellness journey with professional expertise. Salon Manager and Wellness Educator at Baddhare Salon in South Carolina, Leslie passionately promotes sustainable changes in daily life. She helps clients navigate health and wellness, offering consulting and education through her business Live On With Les.
Mazey Heydman (@sustainablemazey): A seasoned hairstylist, sustainability educator and co-founder of the Green Beauty Community, she operates between Colorado and Oklahoma under her personal brand Sustainable Mazey. She expertly blends clean beauty with low-waste practices. Mazey passionately educates salons on how to implement sustainable beauty practices, ensuring creativity and eco-awareness go hand-in-hand. 
Meet the innovators elevating our industry, and let their journeys inspire your own.Courtesy of the Green Beauty Community Foundation
Mikee Bentz (@metromikee): Known affectionately as "MetroMikee," he is a dynamic hairstylist, salon owner and sustainability advocate from Harrisburg, PA. With over 13 years in the industry, Mikee's passion extends beyond hairdressing into activism, championing responsible sourcing of food and environmental awareness.
Sam Stark (@haus.stark.hair @vibehaircompany): Sam began her career in San Diego after graduating top of her class from Aveda Institute Jacksonville. Licensed in two states, she has trained extensively with celebrity and prestige stylists across California. Known for her stunning lived-in blondes, Sam blends her artistry with a deep commitment to environmental stewardship.
Sheli Dodaro-Hernandez (@shelidodaro.hernandez): Sheli owns Clean Beauty Boutique and specializes in clean beauty solutions for women over 40. A dedicated hair-loss specialist, she provides sustainable hair extensions and replacement services, always emphasizing eco-friendly products. Sheli creates welcoming salon experiences, enhancing her clients' beauty and wellness in a holistic, environmentally mindful setting.
Sophia Cochran (@indiehavenstudio): A Dallas hairstylist now operating in Denver, Sophia specializes in low-tox razor cuts, vibrant hair colors and transformative treatments. She advocates passionately for inclusive and gender-affirming salon spaces, actively teaching sustainable, low-tox beauty practices. Sophia empowers stylists to redefine beauty standards, blending creativity, sustainability and self-expression to nurture inclusive, eco-conscious careers.
Tricia Ostrom (@nomadbeautytherapy): Founder of Nomad Beauty Therapy, she embodies her commitment to authenticity and environmental responsibility. With 13+ years in the beauty industry, Tricia's platform emphasizes refillable, low-waste practices. She hosts sustainable and inclusive community events, reinforcing her belief that beauty should enhance both people and the planet, leaving the world better than we found it.
Victor Scotti, Jr. (@v_anthonyartistry): Victor is a licensed cosmetologist, makeup artist and visionary behind Our S.P.A.C.E. Studios, a groundbreaking holistic beauty and wellness salon suite catering to LGBTQIA+ Black and Brown communities. Integrating texture-centric expertise with non-toxic practices, he prioritizes affirming care and sustainability, celebrating identity and liberation through beauty rituals rooted deeply in expression, intentionality and ecological mindfulness.
