09/06/2025
—Lavern "Lavi" Gumbs—
**Master Hairstylist | Cosmetology Educator | Entrepreneur | Media Personality**
A trailblazer in beauty and media, **Lavern "Lavi" Gumbs** has spent over **30 years** revolutionizing the hair and beauty industry across the Caribbean and U.S. From **St. Kitts** to **St. Thomas (USVI)**, **Florida**, **Atlanta**, and **North Carolina**, she has owned and managed thriving beauty salons, bringing her signature blend of artistry and professionalism to diverse clientele. As the founder of Lavern’s Beauty Salon, 1988-
in St. Kitts, she elevated the Federation’s cosmetology standards, earning acclaim for transformative styles and mentorship.
**Lavern Gumbs, Local Roots:l**
Trained at various levels in the Beauty Industry **Paul Mitchell The School, Hollywood Institute, Dudley Cosmetology University Advance Training Academy** and work with top celebrity platform stylists throughout the USA.
Lavi’s work bridges island tradition with international trends. Her salons became hubs for innovation, whether in the **USVI’s luxury resorts** or **Atlanta’s bustling beauty scene**.
**Media Pioneer:**
In 2023, Lavi joined the **St. Kitts-Nevis Media Association** as the host of *Real Talk with Lavi*, a candid weekly show on **WINN FM** (Wednesdays at 8 PM), tackling community issues with boldness and grace. By **2025**, she expanded her reach as a **TVC 40** host, solidifying her role as a dynamic **radio, TV, and podcast personality**.
**Educator & Industry Leader:**
As a **Platform Stylist for Paul Mitchell The School (2021)**, Lavi merges hands-on artistry with education, nurturing the next generation of stylists. Her philosophy—*"Connect with the client’s spirit to create beauty that empowers"*—has made her a sought-after mentor.
**Mission:**
Lavi champions **Caribbean talent** and **professional excellence**, urging entrepreneurs to "build legacies at home and abroad." Her career—from salon floors to media studios—reflects her belief that "success is layered, just like a great haircut."
**Current Ventures:**
- Host of *Real Talk with Lavi* (Collaboration with WINN FM/TVC 40)
- Master Stylist & Cosmetology Educator | Shear Brilliance Salon & Academy.
- Speaker on beauty entrepreneurship and media.
Lavi Gumbs, work speak for it self.
**"It cannot be explained—it must be experienced."**
Coming Soon Shear Brilliance Salon & Academy.
