Dream Bigger: The Possibilities of the Beauty Industry

What does it really take to build something meaningful? In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Ripple Effect Radio, Elizabeth sits down with Mireya Villarreal - founder of Pink Pewter and From Chair to Boss - for a raw conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep going when life gets hard. From building an international beauty brand to navigating bankruptcy fears, motherhood, loss, medical issues in her family, and the emotional weight of leadership… Mireya shares the behind-the-scenes reality that most people never talk about. This episode isn't polished perfection. It's real life. And it's exactly the conversation so many beauty professionals need to hear. Because success isn't built overnight. It's built through: ✨ resilience ✨ relationships ✨ mindset ✨ service ✨ and the courage to keep showing up 🔥 What You'll Learn Why entrepreneurial skills matter - even if you work for someone else How Mireya went from a 600 sq ft salon doing $12 haircuts to building a global brand The power of mindset during hard seasons of life and business Why resilience matters more than perfection The truth about failure, rebuilding, and starting over How relationships can completely change the trajectory of your career Why service, purpose, and authenticity create long-term success The healing power of nature, grounding, and protecting your energy 💛 A Conversation About More Than Business This episode dives into: burnout + purpose grief + healing motherhood + entrepreneurship money + meaning ambition + spirituality And reminds us that behind every successful entrepreneur… is a human being learning how to keep believing in themselves. 💬 A Message From the Episode "You're a warrior. And even when life gets hard - keep fighting for your dream." 🌿 About Mireya Mireya Villarreal is a passionate visionary, her creative roots were deeply embedded in her early career as a stylist in her mother's modest hair salon. Inspired by the arrival of her daughter, Mireya embarked on an incredible journey, shifting her focus to crafting exquisite hair accessories and ultimately evolving this endeavor into a thriving international beauty brand. Her journey is a testament to the American dream, as she is the daughter of Mexican immigrants who ventured to the United States to chase their aspirations. Raised amidst the world of entrepreneurship, unwavering work ethics, and boundless creativity, she acquired the essential tools to turn her ideas into realities, to see "yes" as the only answer, and to embrace her uniqueness. • Founder, Pink Pewter™     • Founder, Pink Pewter Foundation™  • SalonCentric #ITTAKESAPRO Creative Team Member and Educator  • America's Beauty Show / Cosmetologists Chicago, Board of Directors, Secretary • Co-Founder, Visionary, Beauty Gives Back™ Event •Author •Philanthropist Connect with Mireya Here: Social: @mireya_villarreal_   @frombosstochair   @pinkpewter   @pinkpewterfoundation From Chair To Boss Live - Event From Chair To Boss - Course 📣 Share the Ripple Know someone who's questioning their path, rebuilding their life, or trying to hold onto their dream? Send them this episode 💛 It might be the encouragement they needed today.