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Florida’s Luxury Braiding Standard Starts Here
Boss Up Certified Braiders™ are selected professionals recognized for excellence in technique, professionalism, and business leadership
Who This Is For
Boss Up Certified Braider™ is for braiders who:
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Are booked, respected, or building momentum
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Value luxury client experience
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Want longevity—not burnout
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Are ready to be seen as leaders, not just service providers
What Certification Represents
✔️ Elite skill + professionalism
✔️ Commitment to business structure
✔️ Alignment with luxury standards
✔️ Access to education, exposure, and opportunity
✔️Certified braiders are positioned to charge higher prices, attract aligned clients, and operate with recognized standards.
Certification Benefits
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Official Boss Up Certified Braider™ Badge
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Featured on Boss Up Braiding platforms
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Ambassador commission opportunities
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VIP access to tour events & education
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Priority invites to collaborations & media
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City-level recognition
Who Certifies You — and Why It Matters
Boss Up Certified Braiders are certified through Boss Up Braiding™, a luxury braiding brand built on real-world systems, professionalism, and results.
This certification is backed by:
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Over 20 years in the beauty industry
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A fully operating, booked-out salon
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Proven business systems used daily
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Education designed for braiders who want longevity, not burnout
This isn’t a mass-issued certificate.
Certification is earned, reviewed, and aligned with real standards.
When your name carries this certification, it carries weight.
How to Get Certified
Boss Up Certified Braiders is application-based to protect the integrity of the standard.
If you’re serious about:
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Elevating your brand
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Charging with confidence
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Being recognized as a professional braider
Your next step is to apply.
The Selection Process
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This is invite-only and application-approved.
Not everyone will be accepted.
Presented by Shay Edwards,
Founder & CEO at Boss Up Braiding.
Shay Edwards is the Founder and CEO of Boss Up Braiding Studio, a luxury braiding salon and education brand dedicated to elevating professionalism, profitability, and standards in the braiding industry. With over 20 years of experience, Shay is known for transforming skilled braiders into structured, confident business owners through systems, strategy, and elevated client experiences. As an educator, coach, and industry leader, she empowers beauty professionals to move from hustle to sustainability—and build businesses with longevity and legacy.