We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Maryann Bivens. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Maryann below.

Alright, Maryann thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. So let’s jump to your mission – what’s the backstory behind how you developed the mission that drives your brand?

My mission is to enrich every life I touch, by providing a tranquil environment that promotes selfcare.

Maryann, 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?

We’ll allow me to introduce myself. My name is Maryann Bivens but mostly known as “Mimi”. I’ve had a Birds Eye view into the beauty industry since I was 5 years old. I watched my mother do hair and change lives through her craft before I had a true understanding of what she was really doing. She taught me customer service, how to braid hair and manage appointments early on. Who knew one day I’d become a salon/spa owner. In 2017 I opened my first salon location only offering Hair, Makeup, and Nails. My business blossomed. Past clients and new customers flocked our way. Everyone wanted to see the fabulously decorated new studio. But for me something was missing. I wanted clients to feel special and enriched at each visit. So in 2019 I became a licensed Esthetician. After completing my training, I decided to change my entire business into more of a Spa experience. I created the first black woman owned spa in the Bradenton Sarasota area which is known as Celebrity Looks Esthetics & Beauty Spa. I often call it Celebrity Looks for short. We provide a vast spa menu for our clients to choose from, all while rewarding them through our customer loyalty program. We offer facials, Waxing, Teeth Whitening, Hair, Makeup, and Yoni Steams we’re not your traditional spa, but with our vast menu we have been well received. We treat our customers like family. Having compassion through their tough times and smiles after all services. I’m mostly proud to have been given a vision and seeing it through. Being a Spa owner has taught me so much. I truly take pride in meeting the needs of our clients and future customers.

Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?

Mainly my professionalism. I often get told that I run my business like a major corporation. My booking system and website is the key to my success. I think to be taken seriously, you have to show people that you mean business. Set a standard and stick to it.

What’s been the best source of new clients for you?

Well because we are considered a spa, we worked with Groupon and we run facebook/instagram ads. We’re always looking to gain new clients, so social media has been our main source for new clients.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.glammonstarz.com
• Instagram: Glammonstarz
• Facebook: Celebrity Looks Esthetics & Beauty Spa
• Other: 801 9th street west Bradenton, Fl 34205