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In Focus | Jennifer Helgren

Meet Jennifer Helgren. Jennifer is a Kamloops lifer as she was born and raised in this wonderful city. She is all about spending time with her family and helping her local business thrive.

<who> Photo Credit: The Lash & Brow Studio

Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
I was born in Kamloops I'm a lifer!

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My favourite people to spend time with are my son Jes who is 11 years old, my boyfriend Brett and my girl gang of besties.

What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
My favourite local store in Kamloops would be main street clothing, I love the styling they have, and the girls are fabulous!

Describe yourself in one word.
Free Spirit.. two words but lol.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
I'm leaving for Mexico in 6 weeks with my bestie, mom and our boys, bring on the heat and beaches.

<who> Photo Credit: Lash & Brow Studio

What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
favourite activity is the Christmas parade each year, watching all of the efforts everyone puts into it to make this event happen, even more exciting, my son jes is in the parade performing with his school KSA dance squad.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
The most inspiring thing that has happened to me is the journey that I have experienced owning the lash and brow studio, the joy I see in women's eyes when they open their eyes and they say I have eyelashes! I feel so pretty! I have the pleasure of working with 3 amazing women who love lashes and brows just as much as I do! We lift each other up, talk each other off the ledge when momming or life becomes to much, I am so grateful to have all these amazing women around me!

Tellus your favourite childhood memory.
Spending weekends out at our family cabin on the Little shuswap, my mom, dad, my brother and friends... Oh to be young again!

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
We give back by donating wherever possible to silent auctions, giveaways and most recently offering 50% OFF Full sets to a different industry each month and we will be offering 25$ off your service for the month of December with your donation of $20+, children's toys, pet supplies & food, all proceeds and donations will be given to the local pet food bank and Christmas amalgamated.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I want to see women in business build each other up by working together. This industry can be extremely hurtful and shaming, I would love to see monthly sip and sees or coffee and confetti events where women can connect and build up everyone's empires.

<who> Photo Credit: Lash & Brow Studio

Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
Bachelor heights, I love to drive up there with Brett, Jess and our dog, explore the back roads, it's so close to home!

Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
The downtown parking situation, there are limited affordable daily parking options. Because we are a downtown Kamloops business who depends on parking accessibility.

What do you think makes Kamloops great?
I love that living in Kamloops because of the accessibility to different activities in all 4 seasons, we have mountains to shred in the winter and lakes to soak up the sun in the summer!

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
-Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam trip.
-Be a fur mama to matching bulldogs named Cheech and Chong.
-Pay off our house!

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I am a homebody. I love being at home, cuddled up on the couch with the loves of my life.

<who> Photo Credit: Lash and Brow Studio

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
Facebook, Instagram.

What is the name of your business/organization?
the lash and brow studio.

Why did you get into/start this business?
To be able to set my own schedule, to be flexible with my son's school schedule! Mind you I'm still finding that balance!

What is the goal of your business?
To have a successful business long term here in beautiful Kamloops, B.C.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Finding the balance between work and home life.

<who> Photo Credit: Lash & Brow Studio

What do you always find yourself saying?
"Totally... Yup, I know lol."

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Even when you're overwhelmed in life just remember... This too shall pass.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
I would spend it with girl codes author Cara Alwill Leyba. A client of ours who we adore went to San Diego to a wellness conference and she was there, our client asked her for signature for us. Cara wrote Candace and I a note, our client framed it and we have it hanging in our studio... She's amazing if yall don't know!!

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
To support local. I am a small business owner and it's because of the support from our clients that we are able to do what we love each day. Thank you. ❤️

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Seeing how far my girls have come!! Kaisha, Candace and Becky... I am one happy lash mama!!!

<who> Photo Credit: Lash & Brow Studio

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My mom and dad, they have been my biggest supporters... They always are there for us and I couldn't have done it without their support.

My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Lindsay Antonia.

Some general comments I would like to share are:
Thank you Kamloops for your support and love, from all of us at the babe cave... We love you!!!

<who> Photo Credit: Lash & Brow Studio



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