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

On Location Experiences Acquires Future Beat in Move to Challenge Live Nation

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radiofacts.comA premium experiential hospitality business, On Location Experiences, has acquired Future Beat in a significant deal whose details have not been disclosed. Future Beat is a six-year-old company who provides top-of-the-line concert experiences for the live music industry.On Location Experiences already has over 500 partnerships across industries ranging from sports to music and travel. Last year, the company purchased CID Entertainment, whose client roster includes major festivals like Bonnaroo and Coachella. The acquisition of Future Beat will further enhance On Location’s ability to provide live music events. On Location plans to combine Future Beat and CID Entertainment to create a major live music experiential platform.CEO of On Location John Collins explained their goals:”This is another transformative acquisition for On Location Experiences, as we continue expanding our footprint in the live entertainment space and leveraging our platform for the benefit of our partners and fans. The premium offerings of Future Beat and CID Entertainment are complimentary and give our live music division significant scale.”This challenge could not have come at a worse time for Live Nation, whose stock has been significantly slipping following a recent undercover report alleging its involvement in a scalping scandal (for which it is facing a new lawsuit).

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