Influance Distributors speak to SGTC Cosmetology students

August 1, 2024

SGTC Cosmetology instructor Dorothea McKenzie is shown above thanking Frederick Bryant and Angie Lundy for speaking to the class. Also shown is SGTC’s Rebecca Simon Thompson and Adrian Clayton.

Angie Lundy and Frederick Bryant, Influance Distributors, were guest speakers in South Georgia Technical College’s Cosmetology class recently and also provided a demonstration on the different types of hair products available from Influance.

Influance Hair Care is a premier hair care company, dedicated to creativity and providing innovative products that promote healthy hair. They strive to contribute to the overall growth and development of professional cosmetologists by providing personal service of the highest quality. The Influance team also promotes the cosmetology industry by providing educational and motivational seminars.

SGTC Cosmetology Instructor Dorothea Lusane McKenzie (center) is shown above watching Angie Lundy work on student/model Quaesha French’s hair while Fredrick Bryant looks on.

The two were invited to speak and demonstrate the proper way to apply a relaxer, and help students understand the importance of choosing the correct product for the specific hair type. They also demonstrated when and how to use a certain type of product for different hair types.

“The business side of being a cosmetologist, or a salon owner is very important for our students to be successful,” explained SGTC Cosmetology Instructor Dorothea McKenzie. “It is also important for the students to hear from people in the industry about the importance of discipline when working for yourself. Work ethics play a major role in the success of any career, but especially cosmetology.”

Lundy and Bryant encouraged the students to always continue their education. “Never stop learning. Take as many classes as possible to stay abreast of new trends and procedures,” explained the two. They stressed the importance of staying on top of new styles, and trends as they come and go. They also added that professionalism and consistency will help individuals stay in business.

“We appreciate Angie Lundy and Frederick Bryant visiting our college and for putting together this presentation for the cosmetology students,” said SGTC Cosmetology Instructor Dorothea Lusane McKenzie. “Having professionals come in and talk with our students gives them a good perspective about the industry and helps prepare them for a great career.”

Angie Lundy also did a demonstration on student/model Quaesha French to show students how the products worked on different hair types.

South Georgia Technical College is currently accepting students for Fall Semester. Class begin August 15. Students can apply online at www.southgatech.edu and click on the apply button on the top right-hand side of the home page. Registration will be held on August 13 on both the Americus and the Crisp County campus. Financial aid is available.

For more information about SGTC’s Cosmetology program, contact Dorothea Lusane-McKenzie at 229.931.2350 or dmckenzie@southgatech.edu, or visit www.southgatech.edu/programs/cosmetology. SGTC also offers a Barbering program and a Nail Tech program. For more information about Barbering, contact instructor Andrea Robinson at 229.931.2065, andre.robinson@southgatech.edu. To learn more about nail tech reach out to Jessakeetha Maddox, Jessakeetha.maddox@southgatech.edu.

South Georgia Technical College has a one-stop admissions process that allows students to apply, enroll, and register in the same day. South Georgia Tech currently offers over 200 different associate degree, diploma, and short term technical certificate of credit classes. Enroll today and get ahead in your chosen career. For more information about South Georgia Technical College and its programs of study, visit the website at: www.southgatech.edu.