Build Power. Share Knowledge. Lead the Future.
We are at a moment where our industry needs more than talent — it needs community, leadership, and collective power. That’s why I am excited to share that we are launching a professional association built for us, by us — a network of stylists, educators, and innovators who believe in our black artistry and economic empowerment.
A movement-driven network for Black stylists, artists, educators, and brands — building equity, cultural visibility, and generational wealth in beauty.
We are:
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Black-Focused: Built for Black pros and Black-owned brands.
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Legacy-Driven: Rooted in the spirit of Black Wall Street, creating generational wealth through beauty.
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Exchange-Minded: Connecting artistry, education, and economic opportunity.
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Be a Founding Member.
Build With Me!Why Legacy en  Black Exchange
For too long, Black beauty professionals have been essential to the culture yet excluded from the power, profits, and platforms of the industry. Legacy & Black Exchange, powered by TVR, exists to change that.
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Curated Network
This community will be a place where you can access education, build authentic connections, and stand alongside other professionals who are shaping the future of beauty. It will also be a platform where our voices carry weight with brands, institutions, and decision-makers. Together, we are building not just careers, but legacy.
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Cultural Credibility
Founding Members will be the first to shape the vision, to access opportunities, and to put their names on something that is bigger than any one of us — a community that will revitalize our industry and contribute to rebuilding the spirit of Black Wall Street.
LEGACY en BLACK EXCHANGE
BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER. Â Be Early. Be Seen. Be Legacy.
The Founder
Keya Neal-
Cultural Wellness Consultant, Visionary, and Movement Builder
Keya Neal is a Cultural Wellness Consultant, international speaker, and founder of Kolour Kulture and the groundbreaking Texture vs Race (TVR) movement. With more than 30 years in the beauty industry, she has dedicated her career to transforming how professionals and brands think about texture, culture, and inclusion. Her guiding philosophy—hair is a fabric, not a race—has reshaped education, leadership, and service standards across the beauty landscape.
Recognized as NAHA’s 2024 Educator of the Year, co-host of the 2025 North American Hair Awards, and a featured voice at South by Southwest (SXSW), Neal is a sought-after thought leader who bridges cultural insight with actionable strategies for growth and accountability. Through her consulting, summits, and leadership trainings, she helps salon leaders, educators, and organizations build environments where every client and professional is valued, respected, and served with care.
Now, as the visionary behind Legacy en Black Exchange, Neal leverages her proven track record from TVR and beyond to create a first-of-its-kind hub for Black stylists, artists, professionals, and brands. With a reputation for fearless leadership and cultural credibility, she is uniquely positioned to guide this movement—ensuring that Black voices and excellence are at the center of the industry’s future.
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