A huge thank you to Wella Executive Valerie Bonnett for giving our students at both campuses career guidance and advice as she shared her journey in the hair industry.

Valerie is a cosmetologist and began her journey as a beauty industry professional in 1991. She is currently the New England Regional Sales Manager for the Salon Professional Division of Proctor & Gamble. During Valerie's visits to each campus, she offered students guidance and advice about the field and about setting, managing, and achieving career goals. Some valuable takeaways from the inspiring session: The first step is setting the goal! Valerie also reminded students that the biggest obstacle can be yourself, and to take chances and step outside of the comfort zone to grow.

At IIC, we believe so much can be gained from renowned stylists in the industry and we enjoy taking the opportunities to give Future Stylists these occasions to enrich their education.

Below are cosmetology students at IIC Plainville and IIC Wethersfield with Valerie. We are so grateful that she was able to spend the day with us!