Meet Rukey Styles: Emmy-Nominated Visionary and Founder of Chicago's Premier Hair Restoration Business
At the helm of our DKEIGHT journey stands Rukey Styles, an Emmy-nominated leader and trailblazer in the hair industry. Let us introduce you to the remarkable woman behind the scenes.
Rukey Styles: A Trailblazer in Hair Innovation
With over two decades of experience, Rukey Styles has emerged as a game changer in the hair industry, combining creativity, expertise, and a passion for making a difference. Her journey began years ago in Chicago's prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood, where she founded a leading hair restoration business before venturing into the film and television industry.
Crafting Excellence Through Experience
Rukey's dedication to her craft led her to explore various avenues of hairstyling, from competing and winning at local fashion and hair shows to refining her skills at esteemed institutions like On Set Motion Picture Hair Academy and London Wig Building. Through these experiences, she mastered the art of styling all hair textures, extensions, lace front wigs, and more, cementing her reputation as a versatile and accomplished stylist.
A Vision for Change
Driven by her desire to push boundaries and embrace new challenges, Rukey transitioned into the entertainment industry, where her talent for creating cutting-edge styles truly flourished. From working on photo shoots with renowned artists like Twista to serving as the hair department head on major productions such as "Work In Progress" and "Sneakerella," Rukey's portfolio speaks volumes about her exceptional skills and dedication to her craft.
Emmy-Nominated Excellence
Rukey's dedication to excellence has been recognized on a global scale. Serving as Department Head Hair for the Disney film, "Sneakerella," Rukey was recently nominated for an “Outstanding Makeup and Hairstyling” Emmy for the inaugural Children and Family Emmy Awards (CAFE) in December 2022. This prestigious nomination underscores Rukey's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the hair industry.
Empowering Beauty Professionals
Now, Rukey's journey has come full circle as she leverages her expertise to empower beauty professionals worldwide. Through DKeight.com, Rukey touches more heads than ever before, providing beauty professionals with access to her revolutionary hair restoration products. From the Gold Coast to the global stage, Rukey's vision continues to inspire and transform the industry.
A Commitment to Mentorship and Growth
Despite her numerous accomplishments, Rukey remains committed to continuous learning and growth. As a mentee in the MPower mentorship program, WBDC’s ScaleUp and member of Polsky Innovation Center and Chicago Inventors Organization where she is honing her entrepreneurial skills and paving the way for future innovators in the industry.
Join Rukey Styles on the Journey
Rukey Styles is more than just a hairstylist – she's an Emmy-nominated visionary, a pioneer, and an inspiration to all who aspire to make a difference. Through her passion, creativity, and unwavering dedication, she is leaving an indelible mark on the hair industry, one innovation at a time.
Experience the transformative power of Rukey Styles' vision at DKeight.com, where innovation meets excellence, and together, we're redefining the future of haircare.