In this episode, Chris shares his journey from pro football player to clean beauty founder, and how intention, education, and integrity shaped Chella into a studio staple for pros worldwide 🌿.
We talk about how to turn client trust into retail success, why one complimentary brow touch-up can build loyalty, and how leading with heart creates long-term growth 💫. Chris also opens up about building team culture, the evolution of Chella’s product line—from the classic Brow Pencil to the fan-favorite Brow Cream—and how education remains at the core of everything they do.
It’s a grounded, inspiring look at what it means to build a beauty brand rooted in purpose, community, and care ✨.
You’ll hear about:
Founder origin: intention, visualization & the leap into beauty
Creating clean, high-performing formulas with meaning behind every product
How education drives connection and retail growth
Tips for pros on simple, effective merchandising displays
The value of integrity, gratitude, and leadership with heart
Find Chella at the links below 👇
IG: @chellabeauty
Chris Kolodziejski is a successful entrepreneur, business leader, and former NFL player (Pittsburgh Steelers). After his football career, he transitioned into real estate development and investment banking. In 2003, he founded the successful cosmetics company Chella. Chris is a sought-after speaker on "Keys To Retail Success," sharing his expertise with organizations like the American Association of Cosmetology Schools, CNBC, Bloomberg Radio, and more. His diverse achievements and leadership make him an inspiration.
💛 Thank you to our sponsor, Megs of Browducation! ✨Learn the art of Hand-Tied Threading, Megs’ signature course designed to help artists refine their technique, master precision and tension, and elevate client results 🌿
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IG: @browducation + @the.eyebrow.goddess
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