“It’s not a Texas thing, is not a Black thing — it’s freedom for everybody.”
— Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth, Nobel Peace Prize Nominee
As Kendoites, we strive to tell untold stories because we believe by doing so, we create a place for everyone. People exist whether their stories are told or not—but when we celebrate these stories, we all benefit from the facets of beauty and inspiration that come to light.
On Tuesday, June 18th, Kendo employees and over 250 young Black professionals showed up and showed OUT at Kinfolx in Oakland, California, for our community-based Juneteenth event.
Powered by Toasted Life and Fenty Beauty, the Bay Area’s most talented professionals reclaimed their joy and uplifted Black businesses like Kinfolx. Attendees demonstrated with their presence and engagement that moments like these are essential for the well-being of the communities where we live, work, and play to thrive and prosper. This event was truly community-led, inspired by the RECLAIM theme and our Legacy ERG at Kendo which empowers our Black employees and fellow Employee Resource Groups.
Thank you, Toasted Life & Kinfolk for advocating for representation and preserving communal spaces.
A very special thank you to Adriana Muñoz Munoz, Coordinator, Global Marketing Campaigns, Fenty Beauty; Tyler Manley, Associate Global Brand Marketing Manager, Fenty Skin; Danielle Haynie (She/Her) Haynie and Courtney Wilkins, Legacy ERG Chairs, for their outstanding work in bringing this event to life. Additionally, we appreciate our Legacy ERG Volunteers who shade-matched, shared product stories, and helped to make this event happen. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication!
