Nyakio Grieco
West Hollywood, California, United States
11K followers
500+ connections
About
My beauty journey started when I was a young girl visiting my grandmother in Kenya. My…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Board Member, Girls Inc. Los Angeles
Girls Inc.
- Present 6 years
Education
Girls Inc. inspires girls to be strong, smart and bold. Through its Operation Smart programming, including STEM, health education and media literacy, girls are encouraged to develop their inherent strengths, break past barriers and reach their full potential. For more information, please visit: https://girlsinc.org
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Board Member
BeautyUnited
- Present 4 years
Civil Rights and Social Action
BeautyUnited was created in response to the COVID-19 crisis to help unite the beauty and wellness industry in an effort to raise awareness and support important initiatives that impact the global Beauty and Wellness industry at large.
Recognizing the urgent need for change and action specifically around representation of Black and Indigenous leaders in the Beauty and Wellness industry, BeautyUnited launched the Mentor Program through a shared value to make commitments to do better and…BeautyUnited was created in response to the COVID-19 crisis to help unite the beauty and wellness industry in an effort to raise awareness and support important initiatives that impact the global Beauty and Wellness industry at large.
Recognizing the urgent need for change and action specifically around representation of Black and Indigenous leaders in the Beauty and Wellness industry, BeautyUnited launched the Mentor Program through a shared value to make commitments to do better and leverage our collective knowledge, experience, access and platforms to drive change. As mentors and leaders, we are leaning into creating mentees to combat the overwhelming data brought to the forefront that reflects the lack of investment and mentorship opportunities for Black and Indigenous leaders in our industry. For more information, please visit: thebeautyunited.org. -
Board Member
Independent Beauty Association
- Present 4 years
IBA, the Independent Beauty Association (formerly ICMAD, Independent Cosmetics Manufacturers and Distributors), is a non-profit trade association supporting creative, innovative companies, from startups to established multinational businesses of all sizes. IBA is here to help members succeed in the rapidly changing, highly competitive global cosmetics and personal care industry. Since 1974, our association has provided essential guidance and support through business tools, publications…
IBA, the Independent Beauty Association (formerly ICMAD, Independent Cosmetics Manufacturers and Distributors), is a non-profit trade association supporting creative, innovative companies, from startups to established multinational businesses of all sizes. IBA is here to help members succeed in the rapidly changing, highly competitive global cosmetics and personal care industry. Since 1974, our association has provided essential guidance and support through business tools, publications, education, networking opportunities, and legislative advocacy. For more information, please visit independentbeauty.org.
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Board Member
Legacy Youth Leadership
- Present 3 years
Education
Legacy Youth Leadership is a nonprofit organization that works to build a socially conscious and active generation of young people. LYL provides free educational and activism programs as well as leadership coaching & mentoring to young people to supplement students' existing school and youth development. LYL equips students with the tools they need to reach their academic & philanthropic goals and to make a REAL impact in the world around them by building real water projects and other social &…
Legacy Youth Leadership is a nonprofit organization that works to build a socially conscious and active generation of young people. LYL provides free educational and activism programs as well as leadership coaching & mentoring to young people to supplement students' existing school and youth development. LYL equips students with the tools they need to reach their academic & philanthropic goals and to make a REAL impact in the world around them by building real water projects and other social & charitable initiatives. For more information, please visit: legacyyouthleadership.org
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Advisory Board Member
Prairie Surf Media
- Present 3 years
Arts and Culture
Prairie Surf Media is a global production company focused on multi-platform content creation in the growing metropolis of Oklahoma City to support the growth of streaming, television and motion picture production. For more information, please visit: https://prairiesurf.com
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Advisory Board Member
Levi Jack Inc.
- Present 3 years
Levi Jack is an online marketplace of men's grooming products — exclusively in 3.4 ounces or less. Brands are best in class and selected through extensive market research to curate and elevate the grooming ritual. For more information, please visit: https://www.getlevijack.com
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Volunteer
The Art of Elysium
- Present 20 years
Arts and Culture
The Art of Elysium is an artist organization built on the idea that through service, art becomes a catalyst for social change. Our full circle approach rewards altruistic creativity by giving back to artists who share their gifts with those in need. For more information, please visit: https://www.theartofelysium.org
Publications
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Refinery29: "I’m A Black Entrepreneur Working To Keep My Husband, Children, & Business Alive — & I’m Exhausted"
Refinery29
Weeks after my husband’s COVID-19 diagnosis, I’m now facing the compounded trauma of two viruses.
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Thirteen Lune: "A Note from our Co-Founder, Nyakio Grieco"
Thirteen Lune
We created Thirteen Lune to highlight brands and founders who, for far too long, have been neglected in terms of capital and retail partnerships.
Honors & Awards
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CEW 2023 Female Founder Award
CEW
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Inc. Magazine Female Founders 200 List
Inc. Magazine
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Create & Cultivate 100 List 2023
Create & Cultivate
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BeautyMatter 2023 FUTURE50
BeautyMatter
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WWD x FN x Beauty Inc. 50 Women in Power List
WWD, FN & Beauty Inc.
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CosmoProf North America Jury Member
Cosmoprof North America
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Kappa Kappa Gamma 2022 Alumnae Achievement Award
Kappa Kapp Gamma
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Well + Good 2022 Changemaker
Well + Good
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Fashion Group International 2022 Rising Star Award "New Retail Concept"
Fashion Group International
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CosmoProf Worldwide Bologna Jury Member
CosmoProf Worldwide Bolonga
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Glossy 50 Changemaker 2021
Glossy
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WWD Beauty Inc. Newcomer of the Year 2021
WWD/Women's Wear Daily Beauty Inc.
Thirteen Lune received WWD Beauty Inc.'s 2021 Newcomer of the Year Award.
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Fashion Group International 2020 Rising Star Award
Fashion Group International
Languages
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French
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Spanish
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Kikuyu
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Organizations
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BeautyUnited
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CEW / Cosmetic Executive Women
Member
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FFC / Female Founder Collective
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Kappa Kappa Gamma
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WIE Suite / Women in Entrepreneurship
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