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Hi, I’m Manessa Lo!
By day I am a beauty industry professional by night I am an ambitious entrepreneur and ideator. Speaking to audiences is one of my divine gifts. Inspiring others through my journey empowers me. If you’re seeking a #girlynerd with insights across categories that can resonate well with your audience, look no further!
Subject matters
BEAUTY | cosmetic chemistry | CAREER Development | DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
beauty Tech | Product Development | STEM EDUCATION
Past Events
afrotech x melanin moi | The BEauty Supply | Panelist, NovembEr 2023
ST CATHERINE UNIVERSITY | UNLOCKING THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY | Keynote speaker, NOVEMBER 2023
SCIENCE OF BEAUTY STEM CAMP | road less traveled: ReDIRECTION AS A PATHWAY TO PURPOSE | Keynote Speaker, JULY 2023
Rutgers Univeristy | 2nd Annual Scarlet Sisterhood Empowerment Brunch & Bloom | Panelist, April 2023
BAUCE MAGAZINE | BAUCE HAUS: Network Your Way to the top | PANELIST, NOVEMBER 2022
Savannah College of Art & Design | An Inside View of Product Development | Guest Lecturer, May 2022
Rutgers Univeristy | Scarlet Sisterhood Empowerment Brunch & Bloom | Panelist, April 2022
Villanova University | Winter Skin Survival Kit: A Skincare Discussion | Guest Speaker, January 2022
Queens University Toronto | Dinner with Industry | Keynote SPEAKER, January 2021
Latinas in Beauty | Chemist^2 | Guest Speaker, February 2021
Rutgers University | DEI Conversation for STEM Professionals | Moderator, Feb 2021
Morris County (NJ) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated | So, You Think You Hate Math and Science? | Guest Speaker, March 2021
National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. | Virtual Career Girl Day | Panelist, March 2021
Rutgers University | Cultural Change in 2020: A Convo on Diversity in the Workplace | Panelist, June 2020
Signature Talks
UNLOCKING THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY: MY CAREER AS A COSMETIC CHEMIST
Beauty Myth Busting
Curating The Perfect STEM Resume
The future of product development
The SCIENCE of BEAUTY: A Career Path
Past Video Examples
Testimonials
“As many students struggle with choosing among divergent interests to pursue a major or career, Manessa was able to address their anxieties by demonstrating how she has been able to weave together many of her interests as she has pursued her career.”
“Manessa’s bubbly and engaging personality is truly one of a kind. She led a very informative session on common myths in the makeup, skincare, and beauty industry. ”
“Manessa is a delightful speaker, a true renaissance women. She spoke about her career trajectory, the importance of networking and internships, planning for a career in cosmetic chemistry, women in science, travel, as well as many other topics. She is a warm and engaging speaker. She immediately draws you in and is very open and willing to share her insights and mentor young scientists. The students expressed that they appreciated having time for casual discussions over coffee and during dinner with her. They learned a lot from her experiences and career planning tips. ”
“Her communication and willingness to engage and provide guidance to university students pursuing science-related fields was remarkable. I would highly recommend Manessa to anyone hosting a speaking engagement if you are looking for a well-spoken and actively engaged individual.”