B. Matthew Fairfax
As President/CEO of James Alan Salon & Spa in Seattle, Washington and a small business consultant extraordinaire, Matthew Fairfax is leading the next generation of entrepreneurs toward their financial goals. It is no wonder that his salon was selected twice as Washington CEO Magazine’s “Best Company to Work For.”
A graduate of the University of Washington’s Executive Development Program with over 25 years of involvement in all aspects of Human Resources, and Principal of Northern Torch Consulting, Matthew has added teaching cosmetology skills to traffic survivors and other at-risk youth around the globe. In 2012, he and his colleague, Lauren Ebright, co-founded the Justice and Soul Foundation and in 2013, Matthew sold all his belongings and moved to Phnom Penh, Cambodia to establish the training program. He now oversees both a salon and academy in Cambodia along with the Justice and Soul Foundation in Seattle, provides training and coaching for multiple companies, and assists his team in Seattle as they manage James Alan Salon & Spa.
He is the former board chair of both the Dale Turner Family YMCA and the Center for Human Services, a multi-service agency providing support to families and youth.
Julie Shepler
With over 25 years in retail management, Julie Shepler has spent her career focused on creating dynamic, highly performing teams. A compelling coach and leader, she has successfully administered many facets of business, including customer relationships, human resources, and financial management. She and her teams have been recognized on multiple occasions for excellent customer satisfaction results as well as for exceeding financial expectations.
Julie’s passion lies in energizing others to achieve better results, build healthier relationships, and reduce conflict both at home and at work. It’s All About Style is an engaging and interactive experience that will give you the tools to better understand your communication style and how to improve your communication with those around you.
