The Rise of Independent Stylists with David Stanko

Interview with David Stanko David Stanko, also known as Formula Boss™, is a licensed cosmetologist and one of the nation’s top hair color experts. With a career spanning decades in both startups and leading industry giants, he has pioneered education and product innovation in color, care, and styling across the globe. Stanko’s expertise lies in developing and launching professional hair products, designing curriculum for salon professionals, and leading high-impact global training initiatives. He is the author of Formula Boss™ Volumes I, II, III and Color Conversion Made Easy™, and the creative mind behind Lifestyle Coloring™, a forward-thinking training DVD. His technical guides, artist education programs, and vendor partnerships have made him a sought-after voice in LA and NYC’s top salons. Stanko’s accolades include three Haircolor USA awards for Most Inspirational and Best Educator, as well as positions on the Intercoiffure America Canada Haircolor Council and the American Board of Certified Master Haircolorists. He is a Hall of Fame honoree at both the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy and PAPSA. David has now joined ArtistOnGo as a spokesperson, lending his industry authority and vision to a platform that aligns with his long-standing commitment to stylist empowerment, education, and innovation. Links: https://www.instagram.com/thedavidstanko/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/b2vsalon/?hl=en https://www.artistongo.com/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/biotop-professional-feed-your-ego-event-pairs-superfoods-and-salon-grade-haircare/ https://www.thetease.com/why-clients-leave-their-hairstylists-key-reasons-and-how-to-prevent-it/ More from TheTease.com: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: [email protected] Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode. Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! Josh Landowski: https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/