Simone Parke
Nashville,TN
Summary
Licensed cosmetologist and salon owner with over 15 years of expertise in textured hair care and scalp wellness. Operated Heart for Hair Salon for 11 years, integrating evidence-based practices with client empowerment strategies. Skilled in mentoring beauty professionals, offering personalized coaching, and delivering impactful presentations at wellness events.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder | Host | Facilitator | Speaker
Pearls With Poise Wellness Conference
Nashville, TN
03.2023 - Current
- Created and hosted a women's wellness event themed "Awakening the Beauty Within Through Wellness Education and Empowerment," designed to nurture the body, soul, and spirit through a holistic approach to beauty and self-care.
• Welcomed more than 30 attendees and curated an educational experience featuring wellness experts, including a fitness trainer, chiropractor, therapist, colon hydrotherapist, and healthy hair specialist.
• Facilitated discussions and provided education on the connection between inner wellness, scalp health, and outward beauty.
• Coordinated speakers, vendors, and community partnerships to inspire women to pursue healthier, more intentional lifestyles. - Key note speaker for hair hair and self love
Owner | Educator | Emerging Trichologist
Heart for Hair Salon
Brentwood, TN
01.2015 - Current
- Founder and owner of a thriving salon specializing in textured hair, scalp health, and healthy hair care.
• Educate clients on hair growth, scalp concerns, nutrition, and lifestyle factors that influence overall hair wellness.
• Conduct one-on-one educational sessions to empower clients with personalized scalp and hair care strategies.
• Educated and mentored over 20 hairstylists and salon professionals through hands-on demonstrations, consultations, and discussions focused on healthy hair practices, textured hair care, client experience, and business growth.
• Develop educational content and leverage social media platforms to engage, inspire, and inform clients and industry professionals.
• Cultivates a loyal clientele through personalized consultations, exceptional service, and wellness-centered care.
• Increased business growth through strategic marketing, networking, and community partnerships. - Taught classes and provided hands-on instruction for salon professionals and hairstylists on healthy hair practices, textured hair care, client retention, and business development.
- Provides individualized coaching sessions to clients seeking guidance on scalp health, healthy hair maintenance, and wellness-centered beauty routines.
Boutique Associate (Seasonal Position)
Aritzia
Green Hills , TN
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Supported boutique sales goals by leveraging product knowledge, engaging clients, and tailoring recommendations to individual style preferences.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences by building meaningful relationships and providing personalized product recommendations.
- Proactively connected with clients to foster loyalty, drive repeat business, and ensure a seamless shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to exceed store goals through effective communication and teamwork.
- Collaborated with team members to create an inviting and elevated shopping environment reflective of brand values.
- Assisted in daily boutique operations, ensuring optimal merchandising, timely inventory replenishment, accurate cash handling, and adherence to visual presentation standards.
Education
Cosmetology License -
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute
Franklin, TN06-2014
BBA - Management
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05-2013
Certification in Trichology -
Train With Dr. Kari - Trichology Program
Online06-2026
Skills
- Public speaking
- Client education
- Workshop Organization
- Business development
- Sales
- Networking
- Content creation
- Health & Wellness Advocacy
- Trichology Principles
- Stylist mentoring
- Communication
Timeline
Boutique Associate (Seasonal Position)
Aritzia
09.2025 - 02.2026
Founder | Host | Facilitator | Speaker
Pearls With Poise Wellness Conference
03.2023 - Current
Owner | Educator | Emerging Trichologist
Heart for Hair Salon
01.2015 - Current
Cosmetology License -
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute
BBA - Management
Austin Peay State University
Certification in Trichology -
Train With Dr. Kari - Trichology Program