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The Diversity of Beauty in Oakland: Skincare by Feleciai

June 20, 2017 12:00 pm

After 12 years feeling unsatisfied with her work as an Oakland-based real estate broker, Feleciai Favroth found her calling as an entrepreneur and esthetician. She was motivated to bring more diversity to the skincare and beauty industries. “It’s getting better,” she reflects, “but it’s nowhere near where it needs to be. I still see one-size-fits-all in magazines.” When she made...
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Skincare by Feleciai

Volunteer Spotlight: A Perspective on Renaissance From Two International Volunteers

June 18, 2017 11:45 am

By Genessa Kealoha Two extraordinary interns were drawn to Renaissance, inspired by our work with local entrepreneurs. We got a look into why they came to Renaissance and what they plan to do next. Xhorxha Nikolli (pronounced Georgia) is from Albania and has a Bachelors in Psychology and a background in social justice. Before coming to the US she worked...
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