Judges From Around the World that Support Nailympia Competitions
1 Nailympia Judge
Anastasiia Rozdobutko
United States
Academy| Consultant| Salon
Area of judging expertise: Nail Art
Years as a judge: 1
Number of Nailympia events judged: 1
Nailympia events judged: San Antonio
Are you an educator?: Yes
Industry accolades: Nailympia Columbus 2023 - Div 2, Gold winner Joy of Nails, Nailympia Columbus 2023 - Silver in Stiletto Nails & Bronze in Salon Nails. Nailympia Orlando 2024 - Div 3 Bronze medla in Joy of Nails. Certified UPU trainer regional level - Union of Professionals of Ukraine.
Favourite nail brands: Red Iguana, Staleks, The Gel Bottle, Kokoist & Footlogix.
Industry figures you admire: I find inspiration in every Nailympia judge, competitors & organisers. Their skills & achievements inspire me profoundly, pushing me to refine my own craft & contribute to the field with the same level of passion & dedication.
Career biography: I moved to the USA from Ukraine in 2016, bringing with me a foundation in European nail techniques. Upon discovering my passion for creativity in the US, I embarked on a journey that led to the opening of my first nail salon in 2019. This was also the year I began teaching nail classes & earned my license as a nail instructor.
Today, I am a proud CEO of two nail salons, a nail supply store & I teach continuing education classes in Combined Gel Manicure, Gel Extensions & nail art. I am also an educator for a well know gel brand in the USA. My commitment to professional growth extends beyond my own achievements. I am dedicated to helping other nail technicians thrive & I am proud to have supported two of my team members in becoming educators themselves. I am excited to explore the endless possibilities within the nail industry & inspire others to reach their full potential.
Personal biography: When I am not working, I love to spend time with my husband & our son, read books & enjoy life to the fullest.
Why you believe in nail competitions?: Nail competitions provide a platform for artists to push the boundaries of their creativity. By encouraging participants to experiment with new techniques & styles, these events foster innovation & keep the industry dynamic & forward-thinking.
Competitions serve as a source of inspiration for newcomers & aspiring professionals. Seeing talented individuals & innovative designs can spark interest & ambition in those who wish to pursue a career in nail artistry.
Advice to competitors: Remember, every competition is a stepping stone in your professional journey. Whether you win or not, the experience, skills & connections you gain are invaluable. Keep pushing the boundaries of your creativity & most importantly, continue to enjoy the art of nails.
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