The Entrepreneurial Esthetician

Getting unstuck with Billie Jo - Lead educator, Sugaring Queen and Skincare Developer

Join host Katrina Lewis Dixon, CEO of Tropix Gal and esthetician educator, as she sits down with industry powerhouse Billie Jo Hamilton—owner of My Sugar Shop (two thriving Winnipeg locations), creator of Nudie Skincare, and lead educator for Sugar Smac. This episode is essential listening for estheticians building their own businesses. Billie Jo shares her entrepreneurial journey from sugaring specialist to multi-brand beauty mogul, revealing how she scaled from studio owner to product developer. Discover her approach to creating an esthetician-made skincare line in an industry flooded with non-professional brands, her inspiring work with breast cancer awareness, and why having an esthetician's perspective matters in product formulation. Whether you're launching your first treatment room or scaling your beauty empire, Billie Jo's story proves that estheticians can build profitable, purpose-driven brands. Learn about sugaring education, authentic product development, and building a business that aligns with your professional values.

CEO Energy in the Brow Industry: Scaling, Staff & Social Media

In this episode, Chantal Bergeron takes us behind the scenes of her glow-up in the beauty industry — from renting a space to building a thriving spa that stands out in a crowded market. If you’re a brow artist (or aspiring brow boss) who wants to level up your branding, client experience, and business strategy, this conversation is for you. Chantal breaks down the brow services that helped her build a loyal clientele, how she uses social media and brand identity to stay booked and recognizable, and what it really looks like to evolve from being “just a service provider” into becoming a true beauty business owner. We also get into the real CEO conversations: hiring, managing employees, staying consistent with marketing, and the lessons she learned through employee turnover — including how to protect your peace while still growing your team and your income. This episode is packed with motivation, strategy, and no-fluff advice for entrepreneurs who want to build a brand that’s authentic, creative, and unforgettable — especially in the brow industry. Chantal has rebrand since the episode was recorded. Follow her below https://www.instagram.com/edenartdusourcil/

The Swwon Experience: A Sugaring and Waxing Summit

Join us Live as we have a conversation revolves around the upcoming Swoon event scheduled for September 2026 in San Diego, focusing on the beauty industry, particularly sugaring and waxing. Myra The Sugaring Guru discusses the event's location, activities, networking opportunities, and educational sessions aimed at enhancing skills and community building among professionals in the industry. We dive deep and emphasize the importance of personal growth, collaboration, and overcoming challenges within the waxing and sugaring fields. https://www.instagram.com/myra.thesugarguru/ [https://www.instagram.com/myra.thesugarguru/] https://www.swwonsummit.com/ [https://www.swwonsummit.com/]

Sisterhood & Spa Life with Indhira Vasquez

Guest: Indhira from Goddesthetics In this soulful and unfiltered episode of The Entrepreneurial Esthetician, Katrina sits down with her best friend Indhira, owner of Goddesthetics, to talk about all things energy, alignment, and authenticity in the beauty industry. From setting intentions before working with clients to mastering the art of energetic touch, this episode dives deep into what it really means to be a solo esthetician in today’s world. Together, they unpack the truth about gatekeeping in Ottawa’s esthetician community, the importance of sharing knowledge (and clients!), and how to attract the kind of energy — and clientele — that truly aligns with your purpose. @goddesthetics

Building the Esty Zone: A Journey of Friendship and Business

Katrina hosts Stephanie and Keyanna from the Esty Zone, exploring their journey from friendship to business partners in the esthetics industry. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of building their business, navigating regulations, and the importance of creating a welcoming atmosphere for clients. The conversation also touches on the significance of community and networking within the esthetics field, an how we m at Sugar Con his year. With plans for future events and collaborations, the episode highlights the passion and dedication these women have for their craft and each other. And Stephanie has an announcement... https://estyzone.com/ [https://estyzone.com/] Instagram: Estyzone