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Pronouns

she

Undergraduate Institution

University of Missouri

Organization

Elevated Chicago and Lillian Augusta

Position

Coordinator and CEO

Current Location

Chicago, IL

Hometown

Chicago, IL

Websites/Social Media

Personal Interests

  • crochet
  • trying new foods
  • exercise

Professional Interests

  • Conservation
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Sustainability

Strengths

  • Analytical
  • Harmony

Jannice Newson is a social entrepreneur in the hair and beauty industry. She is founder and CEO of Lillian Augusta, a plant-based hair extension company. She also serves on the Enterprise for Youth Climate Career Corps board, a program offering environmental internship opportunities to students. She has been featured in CBS News, ESSENCE Magazine, Crains, and more.