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Rosy Announces Scholarship Winners for Q2
This industry scholarship program, which was developed exclusively for the next generation of salon professionals, awards three scholarships per quarter.
by Staff
July 21, 2020
Clockwise from left are the winners of the Rosy Rewards Scholarships: Brianne Doyle of Aveda Institute Maine; Alanna Clay of Career Academy of Beauty, California; and Megan Regula of Paul Mitchell The School Schenectady, New York.
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SalonRunner, the parent company of Rosy Salon Software, is thrilled to unveil the winners of the 2020 Q2 Rosy Rewards scholarship program. This $10,000 annual scholarship fund is designed to give beauty students throughout North America an opportunity to further their education. The project, which is managed by the Professional Beauty Association, provides funds to help cover a portion of the winning students’ tuition.
Quarterly Rosy Rewards scholarships include $500 each for two runners-up and a $1500 grand prize. All amounts are paid directly to the participating school.
The ROSY REWARDS scholarship board has named the following winners:
Grand Prize: Brianne Doyle – Aveda Institute of Maine
1st Runner Up: Alanna Clay – Career Academy of Beauty, California
2nd Runner Up: Megan Regula – Paul Mitchell The School Schenectady, New York
“Our team is wholeheartedly dedicated to the professional salon and spa industry,” said SalonRunner President Boyd Relac. “That’s why we are especially proud to offer this scholarship program - it’s an industry investment that’s very close to our hearts. The Rosy Rewards Scholarship program is designed to help the next generation of beauty professionals soar and reach their true potential.”
The next quarterly deadline for the Rosy Rewards scholarship is August 15, 2020. Students who are enrolled in cosmetology, barber, or aesthetics school within North America at the time of the deadline are eligible. For more information or to enter, please visit http://www.rosysalonsoftware.com/rosy-scholarship-program/.
About Rosy Salon Software: Founded by former salon and spa owners, Rosy Salon Software is a comprehensive suite of cloud-based scheduling and business tools with features designed for salons and spas. This service leverages the latest technology and allows users to build deeper relationships with clients while increasing their revenue and profitability. Rosy is a registered trademark of SalonRunner, LLC. For more information about Rosy Salon Software, please visit www.rosysalonsoftware.com.
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