Meet DeAnna Gantt

Today we’d like to introduce you to DeAnna Gantt. 

Hi DeAnna, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I started playing with hair at the age of 8 with my cabbage patch doll. I quickly became aware of my talents with hair at an early age. My family allowed me to practice on them as much as possible. While attending High School I was introduced to Beauty School. I enrolled in Beauty School my Senior year in high school. I was able to go to Beauty school and high school at the same time. I finished the Cosmetology Course as well as the Cosmetology Instructor Course at Daniel’s Hair Academy in Muskegon, Michigan. 

Right after Beauty school graduation, there was 1 more piece to the puzzle that I needed to complete. I enrolled at Indiana Institute of Technology to obtain my Business Degree. I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and Human Resources. 

My love for the Beauty Industry lead me to open my own Beauty Salon that is focused on Healthy Hair and Healthy Scalps. I’ve traveled all around the world teaching hair for Farouk Systems. I’ve worked at various Hair Shows, Hair Seminars, as well as servicing some celebrity clients. 

My Love for teaching Beauty lead me to develop Celebrity Beauty Apprentice Training. This program helps future stylist get licensed through the state of Michigan. It’s a nontraditional setting for students who cannot commit to traditional schooling practices. 

As of today, I still continue to offer services inside and outside of the traditional salon setting. Educating my community on the importance of having a Healthy Scalp along with a consistent Hair Care Regimen. I will be offering services in the Grand Rapids community starting September 2022. I recently attendedTressemex SimpleeBEAUTIFUL Texture Certification Training in New York City certified as a Texture Hair Specialist.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
This journey has had its ups and downs. Living in the world today where Covid 19 exist has been horrible. As of right now trying to keep up financially has been a struggle… The prices of products has gone up in price. Covid 19 and the vaccines has altered most people’s hair care regimen. Covid 19 has been the BIGGEST struggle for my business EVER! 

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a Freelance Commercial Hairstylist as well as a Licensed Cosmetologist and Cosmetology Instructor for the State of Michigan. I am known as “The Hair Doctor,” within my community. I specialize in Healthy Hair, Hair Care, and Hair Reconstruction. I also love participating in community give-back events. 

I am so proud to be 1 of Farouk Systems (CHI) Educator who travels the world to teach Hair. We also are the main sponsor for the Miss Universe pageant. I am also proud of the fact that I had the opportunity to work for TLC 90 Day Fiancé. I am so Super proud of myself for winning the $10,000 #1 spot for SBDC Muskegon Black Pitch Event. 

The 1 thing that sets my business apart is the fact that I don’t run my salon like a normal salon. I don’t allow clients appointments to be stacked on top of each other. I still practice social distance and I pay close attention to my clients hair. My salon environment is very peaceful and laid back to allow each patron to relax in peace while being serviced. I make it mandatory that I keep up on the latest trends within the Beauty Industry. I attended various Hair seminars and Hair Shows all over the world. I get educated to educate my clients while focusing on specific hair goals set by each patron.

What would you say has been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
One lesson that I’ve learned along the way is the fact that we all have HAIR just a different TEXTURE. No one’s hair is better than another. It’s very important to have patience with dealing with people. 

Contact Info:

• Website: www.houseofdvg.com
• Youtube: HouseofDVG
• TikTok: HouseofDVG
• Instagram: Hairlovebydvg | Hairbydvg
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATLAGS | https://www.facebook.com/HAIRbyDVG/
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• Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanna-gantt-cta-89410730