Turning Passion Into Profits: How Jess Rona Built an Empire One Dog at a Time

Episode 006: Jess Rona might be the most influential dog groomer today, having built a cult-like following on social media with her signature musical slow-mo blowout videos and her impressive celebrity clientele.  Join us as we explore her inspiring journey as she transformed her passion for dog grooming into a thriving entrepreneurial venture. From her humble beginnings at PetSmart to grooming celebrity pets and launching her own beauty brand for dogs, Jess shares her story of resilience, creativity, and the power of visualization. Discover how she navigated challenges, embraced her path, and built a business that combines her love for dogs with her flair for design. Tune in for insights on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the art of balancing passion with practicality. Bio: Jess Rona spent her 20s and 30s grooming dogs during the day, and doing improv at night. Now her two worlds are colliding in a multi-dimensional grooming empire. She is known as a critically acclaimed groomer & instructor, a content creator, and comedian. Several brands have tapped Jess to promote and create original content including Apple, Valentino, Paul Mitchell, Bissell, The Standard Hotel, Ouai, Outdoor Voices, The Hoxton Hotels, Kove, Casper, and more.You can find Jess at her iconic salon in LA or at home with her husband, actor Eric Edelstein and her two rescue pups.  Check Jess out at jessronagrooming.com