Meet Megan “Meme” Kelly | Licensed Cosmetologist, Beauty Educator, CEO of Silk Me Kids brand, Serial Entrepreneur

We had the good fortune of connecting with Megan “Meme” Kelly and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Megan “Meme”, what is the most important factor behind your success?
The most important factor behind the success of my brand is consistency. The ability to show up everyday is very important. Staying in the faces of your audience along with providing a solution to a problem will always provide success.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
When I first entered the beauty industry it was back in 2013. I had just transitioned from the corporate world and wanted to pursue my passion in hair. It was not a easy road to travel, however, I trusted the process and placed all bets on me. I overcame many obstacles by not accepting the word NO. I allowed that to fuel me to be better and work harder to get to the next goal. Over the years, I have learned many lessons but one is YOU NEED A TEAM. Doing it alone is good, but you are as great as those that are behind you.

Our salon first opened our door in Esplanade Mall in Kenner, La in Feb 2017

Relocated to New Orleans East Nov 2019 to become the first kids salon in the city

We have serviced over 2000 kids with our team of licensed hairstylist

Our salon Specialize in natural hair, healthy hair care, and silk press

Silk Me Kids Salon and Spa is the premiere beauty experience for youth, Servicing ages 16 years and under. we will provide an uplifting, empowering and positive atmosphere. In continuing our mission of community outreach and engagement, we will sponsor and host many events that will help stimulate the mind, build a sense of self confidence and awareness, and cater to the advancement of their youthfulness.

Silk Me Kids is the Walt Disney of kids salons and spas, established in 2017. We provide a creative, family friendly, safe environment where children can be themselves. Our products provide manageability, soft hair and moisture. Being the first salon and spa in New Orleans, our salon services leave children feeling like confident, beautiful divas.

Silk me kids mission is to become the educational leader within our community to provide our children with spotlights and opportunities for forth and to embrace their natural tresses

We have also spearheaded an amazing junior cosmetology program called Silk Me Kids Academy Junior Cosmo Enrichment Program. This program was created to provide an avenue for the youth to learn all things beauty and advance their skills and creativity

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Breakfast/ Brunch spots would be Anita’s, Ruby Slipper, Sureys, B Spot

Lunch spots would be
Morrows, Neyows, Parkway Tavern, DeesEquisette, Peewees Crabcakes, Orleans Brothers, ThaiNola, MadChef

Dinner spots would be Ralph on the Park, Desi Vegas, Gordon Beircsh

Hang out spots would be
1525, 1912, Bianka, Fulton Alley, Frenchmen St, Loft 18

Things to do would be
Trolley Ride, Ride the Natchez, JamNola, The Escape Room, Paint, Sip, Eat Repeat, Massage/Spa Day with Khemistry Spa

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
The most High God gets all The credit for the growth, development and success in my business.

Website: Silkmekids.org

Instagram: Silkmekids , redhead_hairstylist

Facebook: Silk Me Kids Salon and Spa

Yelp: Silk Me Kids

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