Winn Claybaugh Receives 2017 Ellis Island Medal of Honor Award

The National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations’ (NECO) presented its 2017 Ellis Island Medals of Honor on Sunday, May 13, 2017. Winn Claybaugh, author, keynote speaker, and dean/cofounder of the nationwide network of Paul Mitchell cosmetology schools, along with Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai, former astronaut Buzz Aldrin, Governor John Kasich, PepsiCo chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi, and TV host and journalist Fareed Zakaria were among the 90 honorees.

A business owner for over 30 years with over 16,000 people in his organization, Winn is the founder and co-owner of hair care giant Paul Mitchell’s school division, with more than 100 locations throughout the United States. Under his leadership, the schools’ annual “FUNraising” campaign has raised and donated over $18 million in support of many charitable causes: funds have built homes with Habitat for Humanity, fed thousands of African orphans, and supported the victims of AIDS, breast cancer, homelessness, abuse, and hundreds of other causes.

A popular seminar leader and keynote speaker, Winn also travels extensively as an educator and consultant, helping thousands of businesses build their brands and create successful working cultures. He serves on the board of directors of the nonprofit organizations Bright Pink and the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation. In 2004, he was the youngest person ever named to the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) Hall of Leaders, In 2011, behindthechair.com honored Winn with the Hairdressers Unlocking Hope award, given to individuals in the professional beauty industry who serve as exemplary models of philanthropy, giving back to their communities and to the world with generosity and spirit. Recognizing his leadership of the Paul Mitchell Schools’ annual FUNraising campaign, Friendly House named Winn Humanitarian of the Year, he received Thirst Project’s Vision Award and No Limits’ Ambassador and Champion of Children awards, and American Salon named him one of the top five “Industry Leaders Who Helped Revolutionize Education.”

“Our great country could not be what it is today without the contributions of immigrants,” Claybaugh said. “I am proud to come from a family of ancestors who sacrificed so much to be in America. My direct ‘roots’ come from beautiful parents who taught me hard work, the importance of family, and the determination to do and be whatever I desired. My upbringing gave me the confidence to come up with wild ideas for making a difference, but every idea needs people who say yes. I humbly acknowledge the wonderful people in my personal and business circles who say yes: without them, not one dollar would have been raised, not one life saved, not one iota of awareness created about what ails our planet, and I would not have been selected to receive this treasured award.”

The Ellis Island Medal of Honor ranks among the nation’s most renowned awards, recognizing individuals who have made it their mission to share their wealth of knowledge, indomitable courage, boundless compassion, unique talents, and selfless generosity with those less fortunate; all while maintaining the traditions of their ethnic heritage as they uphold the ideals and spirit of America.

Past recipients have included seven U.S. presidents; Secretaries of State Madeline Albright, Condoleezza Rice, and Hillary Clinton; Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor; and other notables such as Nobel Prize recipient Elie Wiesel, artist Vladimir Prodanovich, Bob Hope, Muhammad Ali, Frank Sinatra, Gary Sinise, Rosa Parks, Lee Iacocca, and Quincy Jones, who have all distinguished themselves through their significant philanthropic and humanitarian contributions to this country.

The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have officially recognized the Ellis Island Medals of Honor as one of our nation’s most prestigious awards, and each year the recipients are listed in the Congressional Record.

To see the full list of 2017 recipients, please visit www.neco.org.

 

RELATED LINKS:

www.winnclaybaugh.com

www.paulmitchell.edu

www.paulmitchellschoolsfunraising.org

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CA Womens Conference, May 10–11, 2017

Do you want to join a growing community of empowered, business-savvy, forward-looking women?

Are you willing to do what it takes to transform your career, your business, your life? If so, the 2017 California Women's Conference is for you! Join me for this two-day event where some of the world’s top speakers, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders will inspire and empower YOU to make great change in the world.

Over the past 30 years, this annual 2-day event has changed the lives of more than 1 million women. Whether you are leading an organization, a business, a nonprofit, an international movement, or your own family — now YOU, too, can discover the life-changing strategies of some of the world’s leading women — from opinion leaders to industry executives to your favorite celebrities.

This one-of-a-kind event WILL sell out — it has every year — so don’t miss out! Register now at http://bit.ly/2lFNSXt.

Give the Gift of MASTERS: Gift Cards Now Available!

Hi Everyone! 

I truly believe there's no greater gift than the gift of lifelong learning. This holiday season, give the gift of MASTERS and introduce your family, friends, colleagues, and guests to a multitude of amazing mentors — the best of the best! 

MASTERS gift cards are now available at http://bit.ly/2gUE99S. 

Happy Holidays! 

XOXO, Winn

December's MASTERS Audio Club Features Cynthia Kersey

Unstoppable: Finding a Purpose Bigger Than Your Pain

Cynthia Kersey is a best-selling author, speaker, entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of the Unstoppable Foundation, a humanitarian organization dedicated to ensuring that every child on the planet receives access to the lifelong gift of education.
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Cynthia Kersey is a force for positive change, both globally and for everyone she touches. She is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and founder/CEO of the Unstoppable Foundation, which has helped to provide a daily education to over 10,128 children and access to lifesaving services such as clean water, health care, and nutritious food through organic gardens to over 50,000 men, women, and children. With a strong belief that giving is good for business and the soul, Cynthia provides entrepreneurs with practical action plans for making generosity part of their business models. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Cynthia is a force for positive change, both globally and for the individuals she touches. She is not afraid to share her own personal stories of pain (and she does!) and her journey toward finding purpose. 

NOW AVAILABLE AT www.mastersaudioclub.com

Winn Claybaugh Interviews Kardashian Hairstylist Scotty Cunha on November MASTERS Audio Club

Scott Cunha: Celebrity Stylist for Miley Cyrus and the Kardashians
Stylist at Andy Lecompte Salon

Scott Cunha has made his mark on Hollywood, creating unforgettable looks for the Oscars, Grammys, Golden Globes, SAG Awards, fashion spreads, and various other events. With over 356,000 Instagram followers, Scott is a favorite among fashion and Hollywood’s elite: his clients include Nicole Richie, the Kardashians (Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney), Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Miley Cyrus, Lucy Hale, Colton Haynes, Nicole Scherzinger, Padma Lakshmi, and Jayson Blair. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, this overnight success (13 years later!) stylist and educator has the passion and youthfulness on which our industry thrives.

NOW AVAILABLE AT www.mastersaudioclub.com

Winn Claybaugh to Speak at 2017 CA Women's Conference

Are you ready to lead the way to the future for women?

Do you want to join a growing community of empowered, business-savvy, forward-looking women? Are you willing to do what it takes to transform your career, your business, your life? If so, the 2017 California Women's Conference is for you! 

Over the past 30 years, this annual 2-day event has changed the lives of more than 1 million women. Whether you lead an organization, a business, a nonprofit, an international movement, or your own family — now YOU, too, can discover the life-changing strategies of some of the world’s leading women — from opinion leaders to industry executives to your favorite celebrities.

This one-of-a-kind event WILL sell out — it has every year — so don’t miss out!

A two-day event where some of the world’s top speakers, entertainers, entrepreneurs and thought leaders will inspire and empower YOU to make great change in the world.

American Salon Features Winn Claybaugh's "Best of Masters"

I'm honored to be a regular contributor to American Salon's online magazine (www.americansalon.com). I hope you'll check out my "Best of MASTERS" blog, featuring short clips from my all-time favorite interviews with the best of the best speakers, icons, artists, educators, and leaders in and out of the beauty industry, now streaming at www.americansalon.com/author/winn-claybaugh. 

 

Join Winn for "The Study by Tim Storey," October 11, 2016

Craft, Shape & Sculpt Your Utmost Life

Tuesday, October 11, 2016 | 7:30–9:00pm (PST)

Special Guests Winn Claybaugh & the Choir from GOSPEL! GOSPEL! GOSPEL!

As seen on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday, The Study by Tim Storey is committed to helping you go beyond your immediate perception of life, and live it to the fullest! If you or someone you know is in the Entertainment Industry in the Hollywood area and is interested in attending this or a future session with Tim Storey, reserve your seat now.

VIP Ticket + Valet Parking: $20 per person

VIP Ticket (No Valet Parking): $15 per person

General Admission Tickets: FREE

Tickets available now at:  The STUDY Event Page
 

A BE NICE Story: Giving to a Homeless Woman Gives Even More to the Giver!

By Evelyn Bourlierz
Be Nice (Or Else!) Team Leader at The Temple, A Paul Mitchell Partner School

I had an experience today that made such a huge impact. It was a fairly busy day at school, and when we finished the day I headed to the gas station to gas up before my long trip back to Baltimore. I was a bit tired so I just wanted to get home, but I filled up my tank and decided to go inside to purchase a drink for the ride.

When I got back to my car, a lady asked if I would buy her a sandwich. She was a little aggressive so I reached in my purse and offered her a couple of dollars so I could get on my way. Then I realized she was one of the women from the homeless shelter where our Be Nice (Or Else!) team volunteers. I remembered her because she literally dances every time we cut her hair and is free with her hugs. Such a joyful soul regardless of her circumstances.

The last time we were there, I asked about her and learned that she was in the hospital due to a stroke. It made me so sad because her husband looked lonely and quiet. Now here she was in front of me, asking for a sandwich.

I asked if she remembered me and got out of my car. She looked at me, confused, and when it hit her she literally fell into my arms crying. I took her inside and received several confused looks from the staff there. She was still crying, and I could hardly understand what she was saying. A manager asked if I was okay and I told him she was my friend and I was going to buy her dinner. We picked out two sandwiches, some chips, and a drink. She calmed down while waiting for her food, but the effects of the stroke were apparent: I couldn't understand much of what she said. I gave her the food and she said she was going to find her husband and share the food, and off she went. It was quick ...

I'm sharing this because it was a day maker for ME. This woman has come into my heart via our Be Nice (Or Else!) program, Haircuts for the Homeless. I don't know if I'll ever see her again but I know my trip home tonight was different. She truly made me look at my life and all that I thought I DID NOT have and changed it to thoughts of all I DO have.  What a blessing she was to me today in a most unexpected way. 

I'm privileged and honored to be our school's Be Nice (Or Else!) team leader. Today was a kick in the pants that I needed so much, and it wouldn't have meant much if I hadn't personally known this woman like I do. Blessings such as this are critical to balance in life!

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