Sam Villa Company Co-Founder and Chief Creative Offier, Sam Villa, will be the official host of Industry Icons Unscripted on May 11th at 8:00pm — a live-streamed event supporting Beauty Changes Lives, which is a 501c3 nonprofit driven to make the beauty profession a first choice career by empowering individuals with mentorship, inspiration and scholarships.
The event will feature Sam Villa hosting an unscripted conversation with industry titans , ncluding Tabatha Coffey (@tabathacoffey) Elizabeth Faye (@heyelizabethfaye) , Larisa Love (@larisadoll) John Mosley (@popular_nobody) and Presley Poe(@presleypoe), discussing stories, personal challenges, defining moments and the experiences that shaped their careers.
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“It’s vital to the future of the salon industry that we all take responsibility for empowering the next generation of beauty professionals. This is a night of authentic storytelling; you’ll see a side of us that you’ve never seen before!” says Villa.
Industry Icons Unscripted also serves as the pre-party for the Beauty Changes Lives Annual Gala 2026 taking place on May 30th and kicking off the Premiere Orlando Show.
“This year’s Gala will be bigger and more elevated than ever. The goal is to raise $1 million through sponsorships and the paddle raise,” says Beth Carson, Co-Founder of the Sam Villa Company. “Participating in the Industry Icons Unscripted event will help us reach that goal.”
Villa will also be honored with a Legacy Award at the Gala. “I am honored, grateful and humbled by this award. It’s not only a reflection of my career, but a recognition from an organization I deeply respect that continues to shape the future of our industry.
Viewwes should expect authenticity, insight and inspiration from artists who continue to influence the future of the beauty industry. Lean more here.
