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Antigua-born Hair Care Specialist, Educator and Entrepreneur, Dr. Dave Ray was recognized as an iconic beauty industry leader this past weekend at the70th anniversary of the Bronner Brothers International Beauty Show in Atlanta, GA.<\/p>

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On Sunday evening at a prestigious event, held at The Georgia World Congress Center, with more than 10,000 in attendance, The Sage Award was presented to Dr. Ray, also known as \u201cthe Beauty Surgeon\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Sage Award\u201d is presented to industry innovators and \u201cbest in class\u201d practitioners who demonstrate vision, wisdom, experience and leadership in areas of sustainable business practices, social responsibility and profitable growth.<\/p>

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Dr. Ray is considered an industry leader, facilitating advanced training in the beauty field and beyond. He is an author and the only black franchised salon owner in the US called \u201cBeauty Werkz<\/em><\/strong>\u201d. He is also a consultant and chairman of judges for all African American Hair Competitions, including The Bronner Brothers.<\/p>

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\u201cIt is always heart-warming to be validated by your peers and hard working professionals who keep on the cutting edge. This award symbolizes another milestone in my journey, bringing awareness in education to aspiring professionals. I am humbled by it all.\u201d Dave said.<\/p>\n

The trade show hosted upwards of 75,000 beauty professionals from across the globe over the weekend, Aug 19 – 21.<\/p>

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