MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: OLGA BROW STUDIO

OLGA BROW STUDIO

For over 10 years, Olga Brow Studio has been giving clients an eyebrow-changing experience. Olga, and the trained artists in her studio, are true experts in brow shaping. They offer a range of services to help enhance the brow shape, resulting in a timeless classic look.

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Q&A

Olga Zelek, Owner

Q. What inspired you to begin your business?

A. It was almost 10 years ago when I realized there was a gap in the market. There weren't any places where clients could find highly trained brow artists. Most places focused on a quick turnover or body waxing and the brow shaping was treated like a quick add-on. Knowing how important brows are for our balanced look, I wanted to fill in that gap and create a place where clients are not rushed and where the artists are true brow experts, who know how to advise and give direction regarding your brow shape.

Q. There are many ways to enhance the best of your brow shape and still maintain a natural look. Beyond brow waxing and tinting, can you tell us a bit more about other popular services your offer to clients?

A. Another popular service that enhances your shape and keeps your brows looking natural is a brow lift also known as brow lamination. This service is like a Brazilian blowout for your brows, it resets your brow hairs into the desired position like an upward brushed looking brow or up and out brushed look. It is great for straightening unruly, wavy hair, or hair that grows in an unusual direction. It is also perfect for achieving that beachy brow or fluffy model-looking brow.

Q. Having brow work done at your studio is more of an experience than an appointment. From the beautifully appointed decor to the warm and gracious demeanor of your team, it's clear you wanted to provide clients something special when they visit. What other aspects have been important to you as you've built the studio that people across the Valley look to for an elevated way to tend to this area of self-care?

A. I think attention to detail and precision of the process sets us apart and draws clients from all over the Valley and even visitors from out of state. Our artists are very well trained and therefore, they know how to pay attention to every aspect of your brows like bone structure, eye size, etc. We spend ample time on mapping and communication with clients to make sure our vision works with theirs. We also dedicate more time than typical to make sure the outcome meets our guest’s expectations and the results are always consistent

Q. Can you share with us a few of your local favorites spots?

A. My favorite local restaurants are Virtu Honest Craft, POMO. I love to get massages at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia. 

Q. Do you have a particular local organization or charity that's close to your heart?

A. St. Mary's Food Bank and Maggie’s Place that provide housing and support for pregnant women are very close to my heart.

Q. What do you love about living and working here in the Valley?

A. I love Arizona for its natural beauty, amazing hikes, variety of climate, and amazing sunsets. For a friendly approach to small business in 2020.

OLGA BROW STUDIO

7411 E 6th Ave Suite 101 | Scottsdale, AZ 85251

480.725.5056

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: THE SPARKLE BAR

THE SPARKLE BAR

The Sparkle Bar makes getting ready the ultimate experience by enhancing your natural beauty with makeup and celebrating the unique features that make you, you.

Whether it’s business or pleasure, a birthday or job interview, or just because, they are there for all your sparkle-worthy moments. In their Scottsdale studio, or on location - yes, they travel to you - The Sparkle Bar is the place to turn when you want to look and feel your best.

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Q & A

Alex Bradberry, Owner

Q. What inspired you to begin your business?

A. The Sparkle Bar was created and born out of necessity. It was an opportunity to dream up a space that served women through a luxury experience and celebrated diversity in beauty and uniqueness.

 Q. We recently had some fun getting "camera-ready” with our own glam session in your beautiful studio. The studio vibe is definitely a special part of the experience, can you share a bit about what you hope clients experience from when they walk through the door until that magical “Sparkle fan” is waved at the conclusion of their session?

A. Swoon… my heart, I love that you remembered the fan, the Beyonce moment – yes! We are so lucky to get to do what we do which is literally taking the women that walk through our doors through the experience of falling in love with their faces, but it’s also so much more than makeup. We get to infuse sparkle and be there for the moments that make the memories (whether it’s a job interview, graduation photos, wedding) we get to be part of what’s important to you and in that moment, remind you of how naturally beautiful you are. It really is the opportunity to use artfully placed lipstick and blush to remind women (and men, all the people) to unleash their inner sparkle babe because what we do is enhance your already gorgeous features with makeup.

We hope that from the moment you step in, to the second you leave, that your experience with us makes your day better and gets you even more excited about what you’re about to go to, whether that’s walking down the aisle or to nail your dream job.

Q. You offer clients a range of services both in the studio and on location to best meet their needs.  Can you tell us about some fun experiences you and your team of talented artists have been a part of recently?

 A. What I love most about what we get to do and emphasize the word “get” because after the last year, every single opportunity to bring sparkle to the world is such a gift and the fact that we get to do it together is a blessing.

 When it comes to cool things… every day we get to create a vibe and send people off exponentially better than they came in; that is amazing and really makes life fun when we’re playing part in special occasions and being the ultimate hype squad in the process.

From live local news segments to hosting events for an international audience this past year has been filled with everything; we’ve been part of private parties and bachelorette parties to corporate video shoots and events with brands like Yelp and Suja most recently. One of the coolest events we’ve done - ever - was in partnership with Banner Philanthropy and Dunkin’ Donuts for their Teen Prom Event. We were there to bring the sparkle with Coachella-inspired glam stations and were able to spend the afternoon with a few deserving teens who needed a day of fun. We get to create bespoke experiences that become memories and that, on every level is awesome.

Q. Can you share with us a few of your local favorites?

 A. Ohhh okay so… as spontaneous as I can be, I am definitely a creature of habit; however, as we’ve started to reemerge I have made it a point to get out there and continue to try new spots. Recently, I visited Valentine and had the most amazing churro waffle and coffee… I’m a coffee and pastry for breakfast kind of girl so of course, I had to take one for the road, and OMG, it was divine–all of it. So good! I highly recommend and will absolutely be back to experience more.

I’m also a huge fan of Nonna in Downtown Scottsdale with its incredible food and ambiance. Curated by an amazing husband and wife team, Valentina Huerta and Gian Franco Brugaletta, who pour their heart into the food and the experience they create.

Q. Do you have a particular local organization or charity that's close to your heart?

A. As a previous member of SunsCharities 88 it was really the catalyst to introduce me to many of the organizations in the Valley and the people doing incredible work to serve. Organization like SC88 gave me the opportunity to learn and engage through community impact days and just opening my eyes to ways to participate and lend talents.

Recently, I had the opportunity to learn more about A New Leaf which provides assistance to those in the community with needs and helps families, children, and adults overcome challenges.  One of the many lessons we’ve learned over the past year is how quickly something can change – how unexpected that can be – and how those challenges, whether it’s a job loss, medical crisis, domestic violence, can impact those in our community.

 As I dream big it also includes ways to serve through sparkle because sometimes just feeling like yourself (not looking tired, a little lipstick… some TLC) can change your perspective and outlook and be the game changer and ripple of positivity you need to keep it going and leave a little sparkle wherever you go.

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Q. Tell us about a milestone you've celebrated or will be celebrating?

 A. We are about to celebrate 6 years of sparkle. I can’t believe it, what a milestone. With every anniversary comes something special but to find out what you’ll have to stay tuned…

Q. What do you love about living and working here in the Valley?

A. I love the way we’ve been received and embraced. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many driven people who aim to offer support. To be in a space that feels like it's moving in a positive direction – collaborative, diverse, with an abundance of opportunity.

THE SPARKLE BAR

4200 N Marshall Way #7 | Scottsdale, AZ 85251

480.941.3438

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS

PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS

The Personalized Solutions team designs creative methods to connect and engage businesses and non-profits with their customers through digital outreach and incredible events.

Services include: Digital Marketing + PR + Commercial Video + Podcast Creation + Event Planning.

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Q & A

Jessica Leila Adnani, Owner

 Q. What inspired you to begin your business?

A: Upon graduating the government was on a hiring freeze (my intended career path) and therefore I decided to take the leap to start my own business based on my passions vs my educational pursuits. I had nothing to lose besides student loans and 10 years later, here we are with a thriving nationwide business that has grown in ways I never could have expected. When passion fuels you, the opportunities truly are endless.

 Q. Tell us about your team and their areas of specialties within your business. 

 A. Kendal is a detail guru. She truly is the most talented at making sure everything is done and at the highest level possible. She creates all of the processes we follow for each vertical of our business, and that really helps us deliver efficiently and effectively for our clients. 

 Sean is the most skilled at being able to take a project and creatively drive it to the next level. His creative sense is one of a kind and his energy and creative process is a perfect balance to Kendal. 

 I personally find my strength to be finding our next big opportunities, networking strategically, and having our vision of growth at the forefront of my mind. Kendal and Sean help me execute the visions I have and so far, it’s been an amazing 2021 together. 

 Q.  We've noticed you have some exciting plans for growth.  Mind sharing a bit about what is on the horizon for your team?

 A. We are actively launching our digital marketing and event planning verticals in TEXAS! Since January, Leila has been splitting her time between Scottsdale and Dallas and we are proud to say that we’ve officially landed our first Texas client. A tech company based out of Houston with offices in Dallas and Austin. We are also connected to TSG Dallas + Ft. Worth, we love our TSG network and enjoy starting with them as we continue to expand. 

 Q. Can you share with us a few of your local favorites?

Restaurants: Ocean 44 & Farm & Craft (near our office and our go-to for client meetings), LGO for EVERYTHING.

Coffee: Sip & LGO

Workout: Onyx Boxing 

Services: Hair by Jennifer Watson at Salon Four8Zero 

Q. Do you have a particular local organization or charity that's close to your heart?

A. BallerDream.org, AmandaHope.org, AlisasAngels.org, SealLegacy.org 

Q. Tell us about a milestone you've celebrated or will be celebrating?

A. Season 1 of our Philanthropy United Podcast just ended on 6.30.21 and we are excited to launch Season 2 on September 1st! 

Q. What would you like our TSG community to know about you/your business?

A. We are incredibly hands-on and focused on communication, detail, and strategy. Our clients are like family and we never stop working to make sure they are truly thrilled with their results. We also understand the demands of being a small business owner or nonprofit founder and wanting to DIY everything yet not being able to get it all done at the level you'd like which is why we truly want to help others grow and succeed. 

Q. What do you love about living and working here in the Valley?

A. The people in Arizona are hands down the most friendly, welcoming, and loving. I've lived all across the USA and I've never found a state that loves and welcomes its transplants quite like Arizona. We also have the most incredible healthy food scene which I appreciate to the max. There is nothing more important than how we take care of ourselves and AZ makes that easy!

PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS

4430 N. Civic Center Plaza #104

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

info@personalizedsolu.com