Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Monday, May 12, 2025

5 Days to Raise, Helping Industry People in Need

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5-days-to-raiseMany of you know I have a tradition each year of sending debit cards to people in need who once worked in the industry and may have fallen on hard times. I try to do this in time for Christmas. We are all so lucky to be working but there are others who have lost their jobs, homes and who continue to struggle to find work outside the industry since many of them are older now. Your contribution means a lot and will help someone in need. My goal this year is just $2000.00 if we go over that, that’s fine. If you know a former industry person who is struggling please email me and let me know so that we can add them to the list.  Please leave a number where I can reach you if I need to. (kevin@radiofacts.com) Their information will be kept confidential unless they want me to discuss it in TheIndustry.biz . We will start taking donations right away and will stop in mid December. You can also mail a check or a money order to:

The Industry Dot Biz11054 Ventura Blvd. #142Studio City, CA 91604

We will be announcing either a crowd funding source or PayPal to also contribute by the end of this week.In advance,

ThankskevRoss/PresidentTheindustry.biz
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