HIGHLIGHTS • Behind the Scenes at the CA State Board of Cosmetology

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can get involved in shaping the rules & regulations of our industry. This week's topics: • Realizing hairdressers thought state board was their advocate during COVID • How the board of cosmo is composed & how it works • SB 803 - The elimination of the practical exam and other changes • New personal service permits for home visits • The challenges of enforcing rules for home visits • How to stay involved in the shaping of rules & regulations  Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner just won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic