I met Lakenya Moniyai Whatley in the 5th grade when we were just little girls, and we have been sisters ever since. She exudes the characteristics of a self-reliant trailblazer forging her empire one lash at a time. CEO of her own destiny, She’s a lash aesthetician extraordinaire, entrepreneur, and beauty maven on a mission. Building her empire with passion, precision, and a touch of glamour, her vision is to inspire all women, especially those of color.
Since 2017 Lakenya passionately crafts lashes and empowers women through beauty. Starting her journey with a trade class, she honed her skills to become a certified lash aesthetician. Graduating from Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics with a 4.0 GPA and receiving her cosmetology license from the state of Georgia in 2019, she’s spent seven years building her business from the ground up. With God at the helm she’s on a mission to inspire, uplift, and nurture the lives of women around her. As a fierce feminist, she stands for equality and community, always striving to bring out the best in those she encounters.
Currently, this beauty connoisseur is looking to transition from behind the chair with clients and delve deeper into the field of helping the lash industry further innovate into something long-lasting and efficient for lash artists and entrepreneurs. Her dream is to create a beauty brand that not only creates generational wealth but also passively provides her freedom to travel and draw inspiration from diverse cultures. Her favorite thing about thriving in her single season is the ability to truly focus on the direction of her own life. Lakenya hopes to one day start a family and establish traditions that will live on through many generations, leaving a lasting impact on the world.
You can follow Lakenya’s socials on IG @moniyai and @glamgame_
