Get to know ourI-NNOVATORS

I-NNOVATORS are I-N global and regional educators that share inspiration and knowledge about our brand and products through the expertise of their craft. They demonstrate how Smart Beauty Makes a World of Difference,  by showcasing  I-N product benefits and results.

MEET OUR I-NNOVATORS

Global & Regional
I-NNOVATORS

Our Global I-NNOVATORS are leaders and influencers in the beauty industry. They are world renown hairdressers and estheticians who are aligned with, and support, our vision and commitment to delivering superior plant powered products that are safe for you, the ecosystems and the planet. Their inspiring work reflects their deep expertise, wisdom and knowledge which they showcase by creating beautiful and vibrant results with clients.

Our Regional I-NNOVATORS are part of our I-N Beauty Distributor salon/spa network. They are individuals who are chosen to become part of our team and whose passion is to help others learn and grow with the I-N brand. They deliver inspiring education to new and existing salon/spas about I-N products and vision. Regional I-NNOVATORS help salon teams become engaged and excited about starting their journey with I-N. Reach out to your I-N Distributor for more information about how to get involved.

Ralph Diaz
REGIONAL I-NNOVATOR, STYLIST

Ralph Diaz

Ralph has been a hairdresser for almost 42 years. He grew up in Wichita, Kansas where he attended beauty school as they called it back then. Ralph moved to Manhattan, Kansas and attended Kansas State University where he got a degree in Clothing textiles and fashion design.
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Ryon Matthews
REGIONAL I-NNOVATOR, STYLIST

Ryon Matthews

Ryon’s career began in 1999 at the Aveda Institute in Minneapolis. She realized early on that Aveda was much more than a beauty school or a product line, it was a lifestyle, a gathering place for creatives from all over the world that took pride in their work and the company they were a part of. Horst’s vision and the foundation he created was such an inspiration to be a part of. 
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Sarai Gillmore
REGIONAL I-NNOVATOR, STYLIST

Sarai Gillmore

Sarai has always had many passions. Being brought up in a rural farm community, she was taught the importance of what went into the soil.  Making sure we treated the earth as kind as it was to us to grow the produce we ate and used. Wanting to share this knowledge she went on to conservation speaking clubs. Explaining the importance of what we put in our water tables and soil.
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Lindsay Styck
REGIONAL I-NNOVATOR, STYLIST

Lindsay Styck

Lindsey sees the amazing job of being a hair designer as a wellness experience that’s centered on the powerful ways in which she can serve her clients. The very best part of Lindsay’s job is getting to meet amazing people and witness their true nature. Hair is an avenue to discover so much more about people than what’s at first glance.
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Hilary Bilstad Nelson
GLOBAL I-NNOVATOR, Stylist

Hilary Bilstad Nelson

At 17 years of age, Hilary made the move from Cheyenne, Wyoming to New York City studying and receiving her early education in cosmetology from the Aveda Institute (2003). Through her work with her mentor, Jillian Dempsey, founder of Delux Beauty, she found inspiration and courage.
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With a variety of extensive backgrounds these beauty professionals bring their knowledge and expertise to our brand to help pave the way in sharing our mission and message.