We were lucky to catch up with Kenyatta Nicole recently and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Kenyatta thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Coming up with the idea is so exciting, but then comes the hard part – executing. Too often the media ignores the execution part and goes from idea to success, skipping over the nitty, gritty details of executing in the early days. We think that’s a disservice both to the entrepreneurs who built something amazing as well as the public who isn’t getting a realistic picture of what it takes to succeed. So, we’d really appreciate if you could open up about your execution story – how did you go from idea to execution?

My journey really started long before I ever knew I’d be a business owner. I was around twelve when my mom, Nora, took me to the salon for my very first haircut and color. I remember how that moment made me feel—beautiful, confident, and seen. From that day on, I knew there was something powerful about helping women feel good about themselves through their hair.

As I got older, I started doing hair for family and friends, and that passion led me to become a licensed cosmetologist. Over the years, I noticed so many of my clients were struggling with dryness, breakage, and scalp issues—and there just weren’t products that truly worked for our hair type. That inspired me to start mixing my own blends right in my kitchen, using natural oils and herbs. Those kitchen experiments eventually became my first product line, Nora Hair Products, named after my mom who inspired it all.

Launching the brand was a learning curve. I had to figure out everything formulations, packaging, marketing, building an online store but I stayed consistent and led with purpose. As the business grew, I wanted to better understand why hair issues were happening on a deeper level, so I became a Certified Trichologist. That opened the door for me to help women not just with products, but with education, mindset, and holistic healing.

That’s what led to me writing My Natural Hair Book, Workbook & Journal—to help women understand their hair from the inside out and creating the Nora’s Natural Hair Queens Community, where we teach, share, and support one another on our natural hair journeys.

What started with my mom taking me to the salon at twelve has now evolved into a full movement that empowers women to embrace their natural crowns with confidence, education, and love.

Kenyatta, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

My name is The Kenyatta Nicole®️, and I’m a Certified Trichologist, Master Licensed Cosmetologist, and the CEO and Founder of Nora Hair Products. I’m also the author of My Natural Hair Book, Workbook & Journal and the creator of the Nora’s Natural Hair Queens Community—a growing online space for women who are ready to understand, love, and transform their natural hair from the inside out.

My journey into this industry started at just twelve years old when my mother, Nora, took me to the salon for my first haircut and color. That experience sparked something in me—it made me feel beautiful, confident, and connected to my identity. Over the years, that moment grew into a calling. I became a licensed cosmetologist and began working behind the chair, but I quickly realized something deeper: so many of my clients were struggling with dryness, scalp issues, and hair breakage, and most of the products on the market weren’t made with us in mind.

Out of that frustration came creation. I started handcrafting my own blends using natural ingredients—oils, herbs, and botanicals—and testing them on myself and my clients. Those formulas became the foundation for Nora Hair Products, named in honor of my mother’s legacy and the love she poured into me.

What truly sets my brand apart is our holistic approach to hair care. I believe healthy hair starts from within—through education, lifestyle, and mindset. That belief inspired me to further my education and become a Certified Trichologist so I could help women identify the root cause of their hair and scalp issues, not just treat the surface.

Through my book, My Natural Hair Book, Workbook & Journal, and my community, Nora’s Natural Hair Queens, I’m creating a space where women can learn, heal, and grow together. We combine trichology education, self-love, and sisterhood to help women build personalized routines, understand their scalp, and reconnect with their natural crowns.

I’m most proud of transforming my personal journey into a purpose-driven movement that’s now helping women all over the world reclaim confidence in their hair, their health, and themselves. My mission is simple: to help women heal from the inside out—because when you heal your hair, you heal your crown, and when you heal your crown, you change your life.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

One of the biggest lessons in resilience came when I received a message saying that one of my product line names was infringing on an existing trademark. At that moment, my heart sank. I had just finalized my packaging, updated my website, scheduled a photoshoot, and launched marketing around that specific line. Everything felt like it was coming together until that message changed everything.

At first, I was frustrated because I had poured so much time, creativity, and money into bringing that line to life. But after taking a step back, I reminded myself that setbacks are part of the process. The brand itself — Nora Hair Products — was never in question, but I had to rename that specific line, redesign all the labels, update the website, and cancel the entire shoot.

It was a tough moment, but it also forced me to move smarter and think long-term about brand protection, trademarks, and flexibility in business. That experience taught me that resilience isn’t about what happens to you — it’s about how quickly you can adapt, pivot, and keep your vision alive even when things don’t go as planned.

Any insights you can share with us about how you built up your social media presence?

When I first started on social media, I didn’t have a marketing team or a big strategy — I just had a story and a mission. I began by showing up consistently and sharing my journey — from creating products in my kitchen to educating women about moisture, scalp health, and the truth about their natural hair. People connected with my honesty and the fact that I wasn’t just selling something; I was teaching, healing, and helping women see their hair differently.

Over time, that transparency and authenticity built trust. I started going live weekly, sharing moisture and growth tips, and creating conversations around real struggles women face with their natural hair. That’s how the Nora’s Natural Hair Queens Community was born — out of a desire to turn followers into a true sisterhood. I made it about connection over perfection.

For anyone just starting out, my advice is simple: be real, be consistent, and be valuable. Don’t chase numbers — focus on nurturing the people already paying attention. Show up even when engagement is low, because someone out there is quietly being inspired by your consistency. And most importantly, remember that your story is your superpower. The more you show who you are and what you stand for, the stronger your community will grow.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.norahairproducts.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/norahairproducts
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/norahairproducts
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoraHairProducts?sub_confirmation=1
• Other: Nora’s Natural Hair Queens Community https://www.skool.com/noras-natural-hair-queens-4731/about