In this bonus episode of The Business of Hair podcast, we sit down with Maya Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of The Doux - the game-changing, award-winning brand behind the #1 best-selling Black-owned styling foam in the nation.
With nearly 30 years in cosmetology, Maya has redefined the art of caring for curly and coily hair, blending salon-quality results with the vibrancy of 90’s hip-hop and a deep love for textured hair. From starting a salon in Germany while supporting her military-deployed husband to building a cult-favorite brand stocked on the shelves of Target, Walmart, and beyond, Maya shares the behind-the-scenes journey of scaling with authenticity, scientific precision, and community at the core.
She opens up about what it truly takes to lead in the textured hair industry, why staying true to your mission is the ultimate marketing strategy, and how to honor the beauty of textured hair while creating something bigger than yourself.
If you’re a hairstylist, entrepreneur, or creative looking to build something that lasts, this conversation is your permission slip to think bigger while staying grounded in your purpose.
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