Today we’d like to introduce you to Jessica Pace.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Jessica. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
Growing up, I always wanted to pursue my creative side. I started dancing when I was a toddler, played music in school and did my friends hair for dances. I come from an educational based family, so I proceeded to go to community college after high school.
After a semester, I knew I wanted to do hair, so I talked to my parents about it and they were so supportive. I received my cosmetology license in 2006 and quickly moved to Santa Barbara.
After working there for a year, I moved back to my hometown of Bakersfield where I worked until I moved to North County San Diego 4 years ago. After I moved, my career really excelled. I have been lucky enough to receive education in New York and LA, learning from Bumble and Bumble, Vidal Sassoon and top celebrity stylists.
Has it been a smooth road?
It definitely has not been smooth. In cosmetology school, you don’t learn how to run a business. Whether you’re at a commission salon or booth rental, it is so important to know how to properly manage your business and clients. I highly advise to assist for at least a year and really learn how to advance your skill. I’ve worked under both business models, and they both have pros and cons. I am currently self-employed and really liking it. I have a 10-month-old daughter, so it’s really great to be able to make my own schedule.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with your business – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
People always ask me if I like cutting or coloring better. That’s such a hard question because they go hand in hand! If I had to choose one, I’d say highlighting and coloring are my favorite. I like to focus on perfecting that natural looking highlight, making sure my clients look and feel their best. I take pride in not double booking, so my clients have my full undivided attention during their whole appointment.
Do you think there are structural or other barriers impeding the emergence of more female leaders?
It’s hard for me to speak for other females, but I know for me personally it’s juggling wanting to work on my career and wanting to be home with my daughter. As a female and a mother, I sometimes battle this guilt of not staying home with her.
What makes me feel better is knowing that having this creative outlet makes me a better mother and hopefully a good role model for my daughter.
Contact Info:
- Address: 13359 Poway Rd. Suite 114
- Email: Hairbyjessicapace@gmail.com
- Instagram: @thejessicastyle
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/thejessicastyle/
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