We had the good fortune of connecting with Lorina Coleman and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Lorina, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I started MTM Solutions when I recognized that there was a need for a company that bridged the gap between beauty and wellness. The mission of MTM Solutions is to help our clients feel and be their most beautiful by offering beauty treatments and holistic wellness products that encourage beauty from the inside out.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
MTM Solutions is a beauty and wellness company that offers solutions through beauty and wellness products and services. The MTM stands for More Than Makeup. I started my career as a Makeup artist 17 years ago. I had a passion for improving my customers confidence not only through Makeup application but also through beauty consultations. I found myself asking pertinent questions and offering natural remedies. I decided to become a licensed esthetician and naturally that career evolved which led me to studying nutrition and herbalism. Now, MTM Solutions offers effective corrective skincare treatments, professional lash extensions services, clinical skincare products, all natural herbal supplements and more.

MTM Solutions is on its way to being a leader in beauty and wellness services and products. The ultimate vision is to create a space for alternative and ancient modalities with centuries of effectiveness. I believe w are our most beautiful when we are our best selves. When we feel well, we look well and vice versa.

This has been a rewarding journey. But, the road hasn’t been easy. You can have all of the ideas and the talent. But, resources and relationships are what will keep your business alive. Relationships have been the source of 90% of my business revenue. The most effective marketing tool has been having satisfied customers.

If I had any advice for aspiring business owners, I would say to prepare financially so that you can stay focused on your vision while building. Sometimes when we don’t have a good financial and business plan, we can get distracted and discouraged by the less glamorous parts of entrepreneurship. This will have you cheapening yourself to get customers. Don’t do it. Stand by your vision and pivot when necessary. Just don’t veer too far away from where your true vision and talents are.

In the last 17 years I have been blossoming and evolving. My passion for changing lives has continued to grow and my vision for MTM Solutions is clear, giving access to The Beauty of Wellness with a holistic approach.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
First stop, when anyone visits the DFW should be MTM SOLUTIONS for a Signature Facial and Lash Extensions.

You have to check out:

Elemental Yoga and Meditation studio
Bandan Koro African dance and drum ensemble, Bams Vegan, Breakfast Brothers, Sankofa Lounge, The Free Man, Sandaga 813, Odd Leaf Apothecary and Grow Desoto Marketplace

There’s plenty to do and see so this is just a start.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I believe that the path to success has so many peaks and valleys, supporters and spectators. For the last 15 years I have been able to sustain a thriving business because of the support and encouragement of so many clients, friends and family. I’ve seen the industry that I’m in flourish in ways that create more community and inclusiveness for women like me. That change was inspired by women like me. I have witnessed people be their authentic self in their personal lives and in business. I don’t have to just be an esthetician or an herbalist. I can use all of my gifts to offer a well rounded experience for my customers. I’m grateful for those who set that example.

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Image Credits
Kauwuane Burton

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