Yolanda Johnson ǀ Braider ǀ Natural Hair Stylist ǀ Student
Yolanda  Johnson is a full-time student at LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology  (LINC) in Camden, South Carolina and full-time single parent to two  amazing boys ages 9 and 3. With 20 years of experience in the beauty  industry, Yolanda humorously describes her dedication to developing her  craft as “an hourly commitment”. Johnson is  a certified Braider and Natural Hair stylist recognized by the state of  South Carolina and student member of Association of Cosmetology Salon  Professionals (ACSP).
Her most recent accomplishments include Winner of 2019 Pintwist Vintage Modern Updo Contest, ACSP School  of the Year Award and ACSP 1st place team Total Look category. While  studying at LINC Yolanda has taken a leadership role as a member of  student council and is discovering new talents including updo styling and haircuts. “It is an honor and a privilege to brighten someone’s day or to make their special event even more  special by adding your signature touch,” says Johnson. Well on track to  completion of her Cosmetology training in February 2020, she also participates in auxiliary trainings and seminars such as MPulse Summit 2019, Indigo Salons and Day Spa Lunch and Learns and Let’s Talk: Natural Styles and Biz.
Yolanda’s innovation as a stylist is rooted  in braiding dating back to her years in college at Coastal Carolina  University. Her braiding truly began to flourish after college during  her time in her native state of Colorado. While enthusiastic to be building a career as a Nonprofit Professional, Yolanda continued to braid. She traveled by bus throughout Boulder community and surrounding towns to offer private styling.  Word spread quickly about the traveling Braider and by 2012 she would  become an expert Braider and Consultant for the transracial adoptive and  foster care families throughout the Front Range area. By 2014, she  would add natural hair coaching to her portfolio, offering private  consultations and workshops for agencies such as the African-Caribbean Heritage Camp and Adoption Exchange.
Links
https://www.instagram.com/integrated_roots/
http://www.legrandinstitute.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Pintwistbaby/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Pintwistmodernvintageupdo
https://www.instagram.com/bradcelebrityhairstylist/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/FlipYourWig/
https://www.instagram.com/hairstylist_cruise_adventures/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNySFBNBhiYyhlPDNcayPxw

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