Beauty School Bobbi with Preston and Somer Wilson, who share their journey of opening the Paramount Institute of Cosmetic Arts in Charlotte, North Carolina. They discuss the vision behind the school, the transformation of a historic church building, and their commitment to creating a unique learning environment that builds confidence in students. The conversation highlights the importance of faith, community impact, and the excitement surrounding the school's grand opening and future.   Takeaways The Paramount Institute of Cosmetic Arts is a unique beauty school. Preston and Summer have been dreaming of this school for 15 years. The building is a historic church, adding a special element to the school. Faith plays a significant role in their vision for the school. They aim to build confidence in their students beyond just technical skills. The school will have a strong community impact. They are preserving the history of the church in the school's design. The grand opening is highly anticipated by the community. The school will provide a full experience for students, not just education. They envision a future where graduates positively impact their communities.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Journey 03:08 The Vision Behind the School 05:49 The Building's Transformation 08:49 Faith and Community Impact 12:08 Creating a Unique Learning Environment 14:48 The Importance of Confidence in Students 17:57 The Future of the School and Community 20:51 Preserving History in a New Space 24:02 The Grand Opening and Student Experience   www.beautyschoolbobbi.com www.beautyandstylenetwork.com www.paramountinstitute.org Follow Beauty and Style Network: @beautystylenet (instagram) Follow Beauty School Bobbi: @beautyschoolbobbi (instagram) Follow PICA: @paramount.ica (instagram)