Opportunities exist for talented, motivated lash technicians to join the GladGirl network of trainers, but spaces are limited (see metro region list below). Training other artists is a perfect way to add a new revenue stream to your application services, and it's an amazing opportunity to share your skills with up-and-coming artists.
THIS IS A PAID PROGRAM. With 1x fees as follows: Class fees (are per class and a 1x fee) include learning how to conduct our class and follow our training methods as well as reviewing the training kit and manual.
Free marketing materials including but not limited to:Posters,Counter Cards,Lash Charts,Style Guide and all downloadable forms - for FREE!
Free GladGirl promotional products and "Product Drops”, Birthday tray and Holiday Gifts!
All classes are taught and trainers are managed by:
Shannique Austin – Head of Education, GladGirl
Shannique is a beauty powerhouse with over 20 years of experience! As the go-to lash expert for women and celebrities across Southern California, she’s built her reputation on passion, precision, and purpose. At her premier studio, Glam Spa by Shannique, she leads a talented team that delivers stunning eyelash extension artistry and full-service beauty care. Her mission? To enhance natural beauty, boost confidence, and empower women from all walks of life—because beauty isn’t just a look, it’s a feeling that inspires.
Now, as GladGirl’s Head of Education, Shannique brings her decades of expertise and infectious energy to lash professionals everywhere. She’s excited to be part of the GladGirl team and lead a new era of artist education, mentorship, and empowerment for our growing community of beauty pros.
If you're passionate about lashes and brows, love sharing your skills, and want to inspire the next generation of lash and brow pros — we want to hear from you! Simply fill out the form below for consideration and tell us more about yourself, your experience, and why you’re excited to represent GladGirl. We can’t wait to connect!
| Metropolitan Area | Estimated Population | Trainer Spots Available |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA | 19,500,000 | 39 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | 13,200,000 | 26 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI | 9,600,000 | 19 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | 7,600,000 | 15 |
| Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX | 7,100,000 | 14 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | 6,300,000 | 13 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | 6,100,000 | 12 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | 6,100,000 | 12 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | 6,000,000 | 12 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | 4,900,000 | 10 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ | 4,900,000 | 10 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA | 4,700,000 | 9 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | 4,600,000 | 9 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | 4,300,000 | 9 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | 4,000,000 | 8 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | 3,700,000 | 7 |
| San Diego-Carlsbad, CA | 3,300,000 | 7 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | 3,200,000 | 6 |
| Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO | 3,000,000 | 6 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | 2,800,000 | 6 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | 2,800,000 | 6 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | 2,800,000 | 6 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | 2,700,000 | 5 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | 2,700,000 | 5 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | 2,500,000 | 5 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 2,400,000 | 5 |
| Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA | 2,400,000 | 5 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV | 2,300,000 | 5 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | 2,300,000 | 5 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | 2,200,000 | 4 |
| Columbus, OH | 2,200,000 | 4 |
| Cleveland-Elyria, OH | 2,200,000 | 4 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN | 2,100,000 | 4 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | 2,100,000 | 4 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | 2,000,000 | 4 |
| Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC | 1,800,000 | 4 |
| Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | 1,700,000 | 3 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI | 1,600,000 | 3 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 1,600,000 | 3 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 1,400,000 | 3 |
| Raleigh, NC | 1,400,000 | 3 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | 1,300,000 | 3 |
| Richmond, VA | 1,300,000 | 3 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | 1,300,000 | 3 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | 1,300,000 | 3 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | 1,200,000 | 2 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 1,200,000 | 2 |
| Birmingham-Hoover, AL | 1,100,000 | 2 |
