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Business Wire
04-08-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Divi Founder Dani Austin Named BeautyMatter's 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Divi, the scalp and hair wellness brand redefining scalp care, is thrilled to announce that founder Dani Austin has been named BeautyMatter's 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year. This honor celebrates not only Divi's category-defining innovation, but also Dani's transformative impact as a creator-CEO. A Forbes Top Creator for three consecutive years and 2023's Influencer of the Year, Dani turned her personal hair loss journey into a viral, $40M+ brand that sells a Scalp Serum every minute. 'This award is more than a personal milestone, it's a tribute to the community that believed in Divi's mission to make scalp care cool and accessible,' said Dani Austin, founder and CEO of Divi. 'Being recognized by BeautyMatter, an industry authority that truly understands brand-building in today's creator-driven landscape, is incredibly meaningful.' The BeautyMatter Awards spotlight excellence across the beauty industry, honoring brands, founders, and innovators who move the industry forward with creativity, purpose, and integrity. Winners were selected by an independent panel of category experts based on relevancy, impact, and innovation. 'In a world that has become increasingly transactional, we remain committed to recognizing good work based solely on merit,' said BeautyMatter Founder and CEO, Kelly Kovack. 'When someone is recognized as a BeautyMatter Award winner, it's because they put in the work to be the best.' Winners were selected by a panel of independent judges—each a leading expert in their respective category—who evaluated entries based on relevancy, impact, and innovation. This year's honorees represent the forefront of beauty, from visionary product design to brand leadership that drives positive change. 'Numerous beauty industry award ceremonies tend to be politicized or connected to product promotion. In contrast, the BeautyMatter Awards stand out as a refreshing and dynamic experience. Their vibrancy, rawness, and edginess align precisely with the industry pulse that BeautyMatter understands so well, ' said Dr. Robb Akridge, Founder & CEO of Opulus Labs and BeautyMatter Awards judge The complete list of 2025 BeautyMatter Award winners is now live at and being shared across BeautyMatter's social media platforms. About Divi Founded in 2021 by creator and entrepreneur Dani Austin, Divi is a scalp and hair wellness brand committed to making scalp care modern, effective, and inclusive. From its best-selling Scalp Serum to a growing portfolio of dermatologist-tested essentials, Divi is redefining how consumers approach hair health—one drop at a time. Learn more at About BeautyMatter BeautyMatter is a global content and data platform built by brand builders, operators, and investors. Recognized as an essential resource for beauty insiders, BeautyMatter connects the dots with context-rich analysis, actionable insights, and a fresh point of view that informs and inspires the people shaping the future of beauty.
Associated Press
01-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
EY US announces Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez of Divi Official, Inc. as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winner
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 1, 2025-- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Divi Official, Inc. founders Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez have been named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winners. Now in its 40th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the premier competitive awards program honoring entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. The program celebrates visionary founders who are transforming industries, shaping communities, and creating lasting value. Dani and Jordan were chosen by an independent panel of top CEOs and business leaders, along with past winners; assessing candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment and measuring the significant growth and impact each candidate has made since inception. 'When I graduated college, I prayed that whatever I built would be something that allowed me to love and serve others,' said Dani Austin, co-founder of Divi. 'I never imagined that would come through a hair loss journey—but Divi has become so much more than a brand. It's a mission rooted in community, and getting to build it alongside my husband and a team we deeply believe in has been the greatest gift.' 'We launched Divi in our unborn son's nursery, so to be recognized by EY is surreal,' added Jordan Ramirez, co-founder of Divi. 'This honor is really about our team. We've always hired people smarter than us, and it shows in everything we've been able to create together. None of this would exist without them.' As a Southwest award winner, Dani and Jordan are now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards. The National Award winners, including the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum ® , one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors a diverse range of business leaders, from original founders who bootstrapped their companies or raised outside capital to fuel growth, to transformational CEOs who injected innovation into established organizations, accelerating their success. The program also celebrates multigenerational family business leaders who have reimagined legacy models to ensure long-term relevance and resilience. 'This award is a testament to the amazing team behind Divi and the community that has supported us from day one,' said Dani Austin. 'We're excited to keep pushing boundaries in the scalp and hair health space and building something that creates real impact.' Sponsors Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In the Southwest, sponsors also include Platinum sponsors BGSF and Haynes and Boone and Silver sponsors Big Picture, Pierpont Communications, Shane Spillers: Certified EOS Implementer and The Slate. About Entrepreneur Of The Year Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally. The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum ® in November where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit . About EY EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. All in to shape the future with confidence. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit . About Divi Founded in 2021 by creator and entrepreneur Dani Austin and her husband Jordan Ramirez, Divi is a scalp and hair health brand that champions a holistic approach to hair wellness. Inspired by Dani's personal hair loss journey, the duo set out to create a brand rooted in transparency, community, and results. Divi is driven by its mission to develop innovative and clean products that support hair wellness using ingredients that are effective and backed by science. Its clean lineup includes the flagship Scalp Serum, Dry Shampoo, and two lines of Shampoo and Conditioner. Beyond hair care, Divi fosters a welcoming community for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning or simply seeking to build a healthy scalp and hair care routine. For more information about Divi and its clean hair care solutions, please visit or follow Divi on Instagram @diviofficial or TikTok @ View source version on CONTACT: PR Contact Madeleine Worrall Paul Street [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA TEXAS INDUSTRY KEYWORD: WOMEN PUBLIC RELATIONS/INVESTOR RELATIONS MARKETING ADVERTISING COMMUNICATIONS CONSUMER COSMETICS RETAIL SOURCE: Divi Official, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/01/2025 08:05 AM/DISC: 07/01/2025 08:05 AM
Business Wire
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
EY US announces Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez of Divi Official, Inc. as an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2025 Southwest Award winner
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Divi Official, Inc. founders Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez have been named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winners. Now in its 40th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the premier competitive awards program honoring entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. The program celebrates visionary founders who are transforming industries, shaping communities, and creating lasting value. Dani and Jordan were chosen by an independent panel of top CEOs and business leaders, along with past winners; assessing candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment and measuring the significant growth and impact each candidate has made since inception. 'When I graduated college, I prayed that whatever I built would be something that allowed me to love and serve others,' said Dani Austin, co-founder of Divi. 'I never imagined that would come through a hair loss journey—but Divi has become so much more than a brand. It's a mission rooted in community, and getting to build it alongside my husband and a team we deeply believe in has been the greatest gift.' 'We launched Divi in our unborn son's nursery, so to be recognized by EY is surreal,' added Jordan Ramirez, co-founder of Divi. 'This honor is really about our team. We've always hired people smarter than us, and it shows in everything we've been able to create together. None of this would exist without them.' As a Southwest award winner, Dani and Jordan are now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards. The National Award winners, including the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum ®, one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors a diverse range of business leaders, from original founders who bootstrapped their companies or raised outside capital to fuel growth, to transformational CEOs who injected innovation into established organizations, accelerating their success. The program also celebrates multigenerational family business leaders who have reimagined legacy models to ensure long-term relevance and resilience. 'This award is a testament to the amazing team behind Divi and the community that has supported us from day one,' said Dani Austin. 'We're excited to keep pushing boundaries in the scalp and hair health space and building something that creates real impact.' Sponsors Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In the Southwest, sponsors also include Platinum sponsors BGSF and Haynes and Boone and Silver sponsors Big Picture, Pierpont Communications, Shane Spillers: Certified EOS Implementer and The Slate. About Entrepreneur Of The Year Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally. The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum ® in November where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit About EY EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. All in to shape the future with confidence. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit About Divi Founded in 2021 by creator and entrepreneur Dani Austin and her husband Jordan Ramirez, Divi is a scalp and hair health brand that champions a holistic approach to hair wellness. Inspired by Dani's personal hair loss journey, the duo set out to create a brand rooted in transparency, community, and results. Divi is driven by its mission to develop innovative and clean products that support hair wellness using ingredients that are effective and backed by science. Its clean lineup includes the flagship Scalp Serum, Dry Shampoo, and two lines of Shampoo and Conditioner. Beyond hair care, Divi fosters a welcoming community for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning or simply seeking to build a healthy scalp and hair care routine. For more information about Divi and its clean hair care solutions, please visit or follow Divi on Instagram @diviofficial or TikTok @
