In celebrations of Women's History Month, Bella would like to salute some pioneers in our industry.

In celebrations of Women's History Month, Bella would like to salute some pioneers in our industry. This week we celebrate Tabitha Coffey. Tabitha Coffey opened her own salon, 'Industrie Hair Gurus', in Ridgewood, New Jersey. She also styles clients at the Warren-Tricomi salon in West Hollywood. Her approach is transformative, creating a special look for each individual, unlike other stylists who specialize in a certain look. She also works as a platform artist for hair care product company, Joico International. She tours different countries 6–12 times a year doing hair shows for the company. "My favorite thing is to do work with other professionals and teaching," she said in an interview. "I love giving and getting back from other professionals." She has also been in beauty publications, as well as backstage in New York's Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. She works regularly as an editorial stylist for top fashion and beauty publications, including Seventeen, Marie Claire, and Mademoiselle. She wrote It's Not Really About the Hair: The Honest Truth About Life, Love, and the Business of Beauty, published in 2011, and Own It, published in 2014. And who can forget the Bravo to star in the reality series Tabatha's Salon Takeover in which she uses her hairdressing and business expertise to assist salons that are in danger of closing. Thank you for being a trail blazer in our industry!