Yolanda is an Inventor, Trichologist, Serial Entrepreneur and Environmental Activist.
Yolanda’s brands have garnered attention from some of the world’s leading retailers, celebrity hairstylists and publications and has been described as a visionary who is “shaking up the industry”.
Having spent over 12 years in the beauty industry and seeing it’s impact on the planet, Yolanda is passionate about making it more sustainable and so in 2019 founded ‘Plastic Free Beauty Day’, now a national awareness day on the beauty industry’s calendar each year.
Her mission is to create brands that are good for people and good for the planet.
Emma Heaney entered the world of aesthetic medicine in 2012, following over two decades in nursing. She is the owner of the multi-award winning Elite Aesthetic Clinic Ltd and serves as a Nurse Educator and Key Opinion Leader for Dermapen Ireland and BTL Ireland, specializing in clinical aesthetics. Emma is a qualified Nurse Midwife & Health Visitor and she also holds a Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Aesthetics (PGDip Aes with MAP IQ).
As a Nurse Independent Prescriber and KOL, Emma is dedicated to promoting excellence in aesthetic practices across the UK & Ireland. With over 12 years of experience in Aesthetic Medicine, she is also the NI BAMAN Lead, a Clinical Trainer, columnist, and regular speaker at industry events.
Emma is a multi-award-winning practitioner and has served as a judge for the London Aesthetic Awards for two years, as well as for the Aesthetic Awards in Ireland for the last three years. Her clinic is Save Face accredited, reflecting her commitment to safety and innovation. Most recently, she became the Northern Ireland host for the Aesthetic podcast on Local Women podcast, further amplifying her influence within the aesthetic industry.
Metta Francis is a multi-award winning nail technician and owner of mobile nail company, Nails by Mets. Established in 2011, Nails by Mets has worked with global brands including Samsung, Disney, Paramount Pictures, Diet Coke and more, to provide pop-up nail bars nationwide.
As a session nail technician, Metta has worked backstage at London, Paris and Milan Fashion Week and on campaigns for the likes of Space NK, Olivia Von Halle, Pandora, Augustinus Bader, MZ Skin. Credits include Harper’s Bazaar, Stylist, Hunger, HELLO! and more.
Metta has won BABTAC Nail Technician of the Year, Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year and has achieved a coveted spot in the Scratch Stars Hall of Fame as the Ultimate Mobile Nailist.
Metta has also been a judge for the Scratch Magazine Scratch Stars Awards.
Christine Mackin is the founder of Radiance Beauty & Day Spa in Belfast and a prominent figure in Northern Ireland’s beauty industry. With over 30 years of experience, including working in the USA and as a lecturer in local 3rd level collages, she launched Radiance with a mission to help clients feel confident in their own skin.
Her dedication to excellence has earned her numerous accolades and established Radiance as a trusted clinic & spa, widely known for its exceptional beauty, wellness & aesthetics services.
Under her leadership, Radiance offers a highly professional family-focused atmosphere employing 28, fostering a supportive community for both clients and staff. Christine’s story is one of hard work, passion, and a commitment to further education, innovation as well as inspiring others around her.
