Meet Our Board Members
At the Natural Hair Care Institute (NHCI), our board members are dedicated professionals and industry leaders who share a passion for natural hair care and education. Their combined expertise and commitment to excellence guide our mission to empower aspiring hair care specialists through top-quality training and support.
Each member brings unique insights from their backgrounds in education, business, and the natural hair care industry, ensuring NHCI remains at the forefront of innovation and student success.
Learn more about the people driving our vision for a brighter future in natural hair care. Click the names below to meet the board members who are shaping the journey for our students and the broader community.
Afolakemi Lawani
Founder and President
William D. Kemp
Secretary and Chief Executive Officer
Toni Hipp
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
Kate Grady
Member of Advisory Board