Today we’d like to introduce you to Lisa Gaut
Lisa, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
My journey has been quite an adventure, marked by versatility and determination. After earning my master’s degree in biology in 2018, I set out to elevate my salon business. With a lot of planning and prayer, I opened Locdown by Will in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. From 2018 to 2022, I was juggling quite a few roles—I managed a full-time job in my field, ran my salon business, and pursued a PhD. It was a lot to handle, and yes, it definitely tested my limits!
When I needed a change, I relocated to Seattle to dive into corporate America, aiming to refine my business skills and expand my personal and professional network. A year later, I found myself in Dallas, Texas, facing the challenge of adapting my career and business to a new city. Despite the initial uncertainty, the past year has been incredibly rewarding. I’ve successfully built my salon’s clientele, advanced my career in higher education, launched an e-book business (High Society & Company – Digital), and created a luxury lifestyle group for women (High Society & Company Presents: The Dinner Club).
Every day has its challenges, but it’s all been worth it. I’m proud of how far I’ve come and excited to keep adding to my story.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The road has been far from smooth. Some challenges I have faced are setbacks from transitioning between 3 states in under 2 years, keeping up with the social media marketing wave, procrastination, self-doubt, business funding, and the list goes on. However, navigating a rocky road ignites something inside of you that makes you a tougher, stronger, and wiser individual. I am thankful for the obstacles I currently face, have faced in the past, and will face in the future. The struggle, as ugly as it may be, is an important part of the journey.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about High Society and Company ?
My business, High Society and Company revolves around the theme of luxury self-care and includes several distinct subgroups: Locdown x Will Salon Service, HighSoandCo Digital Products & E-books, and High Society and Company Presents: The Dinner Club.
Locdown x Will Salon Service is a mobile loc maintenance business dedicated to luxury grooming habits. We offer a range of services such as lace extensions, natural hair styling, and dreadlock/ loc maintenance and styling.
HighSoandCo Digital Products & E-books focuses on promoting an organized, luxurious lifestyle through our digital publications.
High Society and Company Presents: The Dinner Club caters to the modern, sophisticated woman who appreciates elite experiences and luxury self-care. We host bi-monthly upscale outings where members “dress to the nines”, share life experiences, and network during a fantastic dining experince.
What sets High Society and Company apart is our ethical and thoughtful approach to redefining luxury. We are committed to curating events and providing services and products that inspire and empower individuals to create their own version of a fulfilling and luxurious lifestyle.
I’m incredibly proud of the hard work I’ve put into growing my business and the support from my network of friends, clients, and customers, who continue to trust and invest in my brand.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
Do not allow people to limit your potential and put you in a box by determining you can only do one task at a time. Do EVERYTHING and do it well! Enroll in that degree program. work that full-time job, and run that business! Center yourself on discipline and self-respect and everything will fall into place beautifully.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://msha.ke/highsoandco
- Instagram: IG: @locdown_x_will
- Facebook: FB: Locdown x Will | High Society and Company Presents: The Dinner Club
