CLIENT SPOTLIGHT
Hair In Motion of New York Salon & Spa
Hair In Motion of NY Partners with BBIF to Start & Scale Salons in Central Florida
Hair in Motion of New York Salon and Spa (HIMNY) is run by the distinguished cosmetologist and successful entrepreneur Lesline Powe-Barton. In 2014, Lesline was ready to step into the next stage of her career: owning and operating her salon.
DEMOGRAPHIC
Black-Owned
LOCATION
Orlando, FL
LOAN PROGRAM
THE CHALLENGE
Unable to Secure Funding From Traditional Banks
In 2014, Lesline was ready to step into the next stage of her career: owning and operating her salon. The plan would mean she would need help growing her financial capital to move her business forward.
Unfortunately, she was unable to secure funding from traditional banks. Lesline turned to BBIF with her passion and a business plan. At first, BBIF could not provide her with a small business loan. She needed to improve her financial profile first.
THE SOLUTION
Mentorship Through BBIF’s CEO Training Roundtable
To start, BBIF wanted to help Lesline develop her profile to set her up for success when applying for capital. They welcomed her to the CEO Training Roundtable.
As part of the roundtable, Lesline gained access to valuable information and experienced mentors. She had the guidance she needed to set her up for success in applying for her loan. The loan was approved in no time, and she opened her flagship in the buzzing area of MetroWest.
The Technical Assistance monthly roundtable has been invaluable. The team of consultants acts as my mentors and keep me accountable. I’m grateful to BBIF Florida. They have played an important role in helping in me reaching my business goals!
Lesline Powe-Barton
Owner of Hair in Motion of New York Salon & Spa
THE IMPACT
From One Location to Multiple Locations in a Few Short Years
Lesline is well known for her faith, passion, and heart of service to her community. She has grown Hair in Motion of New York and Spa (HIMNY) from one location to three successful salon locations in just a few years. Additionally, she’s in the process of establishing the first African-American-owned beauty school in Orlando.
Her business is an excellent example of how black-owned businesses thrive when they receive the proper guidance and support. To further celebrate her success, Lesline Powe-Barton has also received the 2019 Eagle Award from the African American Chamber of Commerce in Central Florida.
