Speakers Spring 2024
MANNY ADAME
Mirage Beauty Boutique
Always be a leader, not a follower and trust your instinct
My life behind the chair has been the opportunity of a lifetime. This year marks a meaningful decade of beauty for me. From all the faces, and the many places because of this path, I garnered valuable skills, cultivated a talent, and most importantly I have sustained what I consider to be the most beautiful feelings of gratitude. I'm so thankful I can be the person I am today. This is the foundation that keeps my heart and mind open to change and always yearning to learn.
I rediscovered myself and refined my sense of style, when I started Beauty School in 2013. This career path, a trade school education provided purpose and meaning for my life. My background in theater arts combined with my love of history, architecture, writing, design and my new found love of people has lead me here today. Indeed a risk taker, I'm without a doubt a Rebel at heart. An entrepreneur who takes chances. Always giving new definition to my existence. I yearn to create but most of all build confidence in others with the artistic abilities I was gifted with. This has been my life's work thus far and I am thrilled to keep evolving. Authenticity is key and imitation is the greatest form of flattery. To the ever expanding generations of beauty professionals. I leave you these words. Always pay homage to the trailblazers and the origin of beauty. Be a leader not a follower, always trust your instinct, and OWN WHO YOU ARE!
PAOLA
PEDROZA
TV Personality + Pepsi Music + La Voz Kids
From living in a car on the street for 4 months in Los Angeles,
to living in Beverly Hills
Paola, a successful El Pasoan, while in her second year of college Paola began hosting a the magazine TV show called Exprésate in Ciudad Juárez then went national on TV Azteca Mexico, after 5 months of airing in her home town. She left home and went to Mexico City, where she was an entertainment reporter for Con Sello De Mujer and Cada Mañana, which were national shows airing on TV Azteca Mexico.
After eight months she moved to Los Angeles not knowing that this move was going to help her shape her character in life, learn not to take anything for granted and appreciate everything she has, as she had to live in a car parked on the street for 4 months after she ran out of her savings and not being able to find a job on TV in Los Angeles, until one day she met the right person and with her talent she got a job. Some time after living in Los Angeles, Paola became successful in Los Angeles, and was able to make one of her dreams come true, she lived in Beverly Hills.
While in Los Angeles, she worked for MUN2 television to host Off the Roof, a magazine show where she co-hosted at Superestrella 107.1. Then she was a host at La Conexion, also airing on MUN2 television and Telemundo Internacional. After a year and a half she took on two new shows called En Concierto and LATV does Hollywood for LATV, where she was able to combine music with hosting, her two main passions in life.
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Pepsi then asked her to host the Pepsi Musica in Los Angeles, airing nationally on Telefutura. During this year, she combined that with a weekly segment on the show Escandalo TV. While working at Telefutura simultaneously Paola was hosting Picnic in Mexico City in TeleHit. After Picnic she became correspondent for E Entertainment Latin America in Miami.
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After a year an opportunity to be an actress came up to be in the soap opera Pecadora transmitted by Univision, then the soap opera called Sacrificio de Mujer at Venevision. Later at Univision was the host of the Pepsi Music Super Bowl Fan Jam, an annual event that showcases the Super Bowl through a musical looking glass. After that Paola shot her third soap opera in Miami Florida called El Talismán.
In 2014 she was the co-host of the critically acclaimed international franchise The Voice in its Spanish-speaking version for Telemundo titled La Voz Kids parallel to her two-year gig with Yahoo.com hosting the daily show OMG HOY.
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Today, Paola lives in Ciudad Juárez after moving back to her hometown when the pandemic started, and that gave her the opportunity to start her own business implementing another talent, and skill that she has as a medium helping people reconnect with their loved ones that are no longer on earth. Besides that, she currently has a podcast about this topic on iHeartRadio.
KALEB
WARNOCK
Flowar + Tropical Smoothie Cafe
CRYSTI
COUTURE
React Republic + iHeart Media
Deciding to be her own boss
Crysti Couture is a marketing strategist based in the vibrant city of El Paso, Texas. With over a decade of experience in the industry, she's honed her skills in integrated marketing and WordPress development, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital landscape.
In addition to her roles at iHeartMedia as an Account Executive and owner at React Republic, she's also a certified NISM Social Media Strategist and Instructor. She's currently working towards obtaining her Part 107 Drone Pilot license and a certification from the Radio Advertising Bureau as a Radio Marketing Professional."
A true powerhouse in the world of business and leadership
Kaleb Warnock, embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship, service, and unwavering dedication to excellence.
As an entrepreneur of over 20 successful businesses, Kaleb Warnock stands as a beacon of achievement within the El Paso community and beyond. His journey to success is a testament to his unparalleled work ethic, visionary mindset, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.
A distinguished Navy Veteran, Kaleb brings with him a wealth of experience in leadership and operations, having served his country with honor and distinction. His time as a former Border Patrol agent further attests to his dedication to service and his deep-rooted sense of duty to protect and uplift his community.
Passionate about nurturing the next generation of leaders, Kaleb is deeply involved in leadership development and mentoring programs, sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with like-minded individuals eager to reach their full potential.
With a diverse portfolio spanning industries such as restaurants, spas, construction companies, and developmental projects, Kaleb has proven himself to be a true business innovator. His track record of success speaks volumes, showcasing his ability to thrive in any environment and overcome challenges with resilience and determination.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Kaleb remains steadfast in his commitment to giving back to the community through philanthropic initiatives and outreach programs. His dedication to fostering a culture of excellence and growth within organizations is not only inspiring but transformative.
MONICA LOZOYA
La Wheela + Allstate
Financial decisions that changed her life
Monica Lozoya since she was a little girl was an entrepreneur, her business adventures started by selling motor oil at the corner of her house, and later on other items during her childhood. During her life she has been persistent at every situation she has encountered and adventurous taking the opportunities that have arise in her professional career. Monica has had different type of business from an eye care center to insurance agencies and now a restaurant and bike shop.
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Monica not always has had it easy. At some point in her life, she was overwhelmed with debt and decided to make a big change in her life, got rid of her credit cards, saved for almost three years, paid off her debt and got to save enough to open up a business. Her life has changed since then and the rest is history.