Emily Cushing
About Emily Cushing
Emily Cushing is a Field Education Trainer at Procter & Gamble and Wella, specializing in salon techniques and product promotion. She also leads the Shenandoah Valley LGBTQ Center and is a mother of four.
Title and Roles
Emily Cushing is currently a Field Education Trainer at Procter & Gamble. She holds a similar role at Wella, Sebastian, Nioxin, the Salon Professional Division of P&G. Her career in these roles has extended nearly two decades, starting in 2004. Within these positions, she works primarily in Ottawa, Central Ontario, and the surrounding areas.
Education and Cosmetology Training
Emily Cushing's formal education in cosmetology began at Marvel Beauty College, where she studied from 1991 to 1992. This education provided her foundational knowledge and skills in cosmetology, which she has leveraged throughout her extensive career in the beauty industry. Emily also attended Lasalle Secondary and Frontenac Secondary briefly in 1970.
Expertise and Specializations
Emily specializes in demonstrating techniques and formulating with salon professionals. Her role involves promoting a wide range of products and brands, including Wella, Sebastian, and Nioxin. Her position necessitates a deep understanding of these brands to effectively train and educate others in their use. She operates within the Salon Professional Division of Procter & Gamble, a team known for its passion and knowledge.
LGBTQ Community Involvement
In addition to her professional career, Emily Cushing leads the Shenandoah Valley LGBTQ Center in Staunton, Virginia. Despite having no prior experience in nonprofit management or LGBTQ center leadership, she took on this role in 2018. Her involvement was personally motivated by her two children who had come out. She is dedicated to providing services and support to the LGBTQ+ community in her area.