Over the next decade, Donna honed her expertise, working alongside top business leaders at some of the world’s most renowned beauty brands, including L'Oréal and Estée Lauder. She strengthened her skills in collaboration, operations, and business development, immersing herself in the corporate world while embracing the parts of the culture she loved. Yet, despite the prestige and success, something was missing. As her career progressed, Donna felt an increasing desire to break free from the traditional corporate structure. She wanted to create something of her own—a space where creativity, innovation, and collaboration could flourish, without the limitations of corporate red tape.

In pursuit of this vision, Donna took a bold step. She turned her focus to helping smaller, emerging brands grow, building a strong reputation as a successful business consultant. Her work in this space allowed her to tap into her passion for nurturing talent, fostering growth, and creating lasting impact. But Donna knew that to truly make her mark, she needed to take a leap of faith. And so, alongside her partner, she co-founded The Beauty Suite—a venture that would bring her vision of creativity, collaboration, and business growth to life.

From a young age, Donna knew she was destined to run a business. While the exact path was unclear, Donna believed that she could turn her entrepreneurial dream into a reality—and she was determined to carve her own way to get there.

Donna’s professional journey began in 2001, when she joined a start-up cosmetic brand. Embracing an entrepreneurial mindset, she dove into various roles, absorbing as much knowledge as she could along the way. It was during this time that Donna’s true passion emerged: building meaningful connections, fostering growth, and leading with purpose. She realized that her love for beauty wasn’t just about the products—it was about creating spaces where people could thrive, collaborate, and innovate.