Beyond the Red Carpet: A Fireside Chat with Marki Shkreli

​Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Marki, one of the most sought-after celebrity hairstylists turned entrepreneur, as he sits down with Stephanie Melodia to share his journey from styling Hollywood’s elite to pioneering a biotech-driven haircare company.

​With nearly two decades of experience working with A-list talent like Julianne Moore, Charlize Theron, Timothée Chalamet, and Emma Watson, Marki has shaped trends on red carpets and in the pages of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and The New York Times. His expertise has led to collaborations with the world’s top fashion houses, including Chanel, Dior, and Louis Vuitton.

​Now, he’s taking that experience beyond beauty—building a science-backed haircare brand alongside world-class scientists, developing proprietary active ingredients that aim to redefine hair health and innovation.

​In this fireside chat, Marki will discuss:

​✨ Lessons from working with the world’s most influential creatives – What hairstyling at the highest level has taught him about branding, relationships, and mastery.

​✨ Transitioning from artist to entrepreneur – How he’s applying his knowledge to create a disruptive haircare company.

​✨ Building without traditional backing – His unique approach to launching brands without major industry funding.

​✨ The intersection of beauty, science, and business – Why the future of beauty lies in biotech and innovation.

​✨ Giving back and mentoring founders – How he’s advising early-stage entrepreneurs across industries, from precision medicine to AI.

​About Marki:

​Marki is more than a celebrity hairstylist—he’s a mentor, an entrepreneur, and a force of innovation. In addition to his beauty empire, he supports philanthropic causes such as the Alzheimer’s Association of New York and serves as an ambassador for Addimmune™. His advisory work spans across industries, helping founders build standout brands in sectors like biotech, AI, and impact-driven ventures.

​🚀 Join us for an inspiring session that blends artistry, science, and business!