Black Beauty Roster Hosts Beauty Expo Presented by SalonCentric in NYC

# The Black Beauty Roster Beauty Expo The Black Beauty Roster Beauty Expo, presented by SalonCentric, was held at Chelsea Industrial in New York City on July 27, 2026. This event brought together hairstylists, makeup artists, creators, beauty enthusiasts, and industry leaders for a full day of premiere masterclasses, live demos, brand activations, and cultural connection. ## Intersection of Networking and Culture At the intersection of networking and culture, the BBR Beauty Expo shone a spotlight on some of the most influential names in beauty while giving professionals direct access to leading brands all under one roof. Attendees experienced powerful mainstage moments, activations with top brands, and impactful conversations that reflected the future of an increasingly inclusive industry. ## Vision for a More Inclusive Industry According to Maude Okrah Hunter, Founder of Black Beauty Roster, "The BBR Beauty Show is where business, artistry, and culture intersect. Our vision is to create a world-class destination where beauty professionals, brands, and industry leaders can connect, learn, discover new opportunities, and help shape a more innovative and inclusive industry." ## Featured Speakers and Brands The show featured an acclaimed roster of speakers and talent, including Lacy Redway, Danessa Myricks, Karrueche Tran, Jesseca Harris-Dupart, Mitchell Halliday, Achieng Agutu, Chelley Bissainthe, Angela C. Stevens, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, Jeannette Reyes, Susy Oludele, Vernon François, Janel Sealy Smith, Sly Huncho, and many more. Participating brands included Ulta Beauty, L'Oréal Groupe, Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, Oribe, Bask & Lather, DevaCurl, and more. ## Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion The Black Beauty Roster is an organization that focuses on celebrating and promoting diversity and inclusion within the beauty industry. The BBR Beauty Expo is a testament to this mission, providing a platform for beauty professionals, creators, and industry leaders to come together and shape a more inclusive industry.