Jean Camilletti spent decades at the top of the fashion world before building her own empire. The corporate discipline and financial knowledge that she gained throughout her career were brought to the beauty world. Jean’s vision started with one location and eventually grew into several successful blow dry bars across New York.

Owning a business brought surprises about leadership and the weight of responsibility for others. Jean faced major setbacks during the global pandemic but kept moving forward with her team. In this episode, she tells her story, which shows how to stay true to a brand while supporting a local community.

Jean Camilletti spent 35 years in the fashion industry before becoming a business owner. She reached the level of president at a public company where she managed several large brands and learned the essentials of running a business. Jean opened her first Blo Blow Dry Bar location on Long Island nearly 14 years ago and eventually became a multi-unit owner. Jean is a firm believer in following proven brand systems while empowering her team to handle their own responsibilities. Outside her daily business tasks, she stays active in her community by supporting local charities and hospitals.