December 2008
CALFORNIA
Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology State of California Department of Consumer Affairs
P.O. Box 944226 • Sacramento, CA 94244-2260
Information: 1-800-952-5210 | www.barbercosmo.ca.gov
The Bureau’s Executive Officer plays a critical role in protecting consumers and educating those who work in the industry. Kristy Underwood currently fills this position and has served in this capacity since 2005. Her dedication to the Department of Consumer Affairs goes as far back as 1994, when she first worked as a Seasonal Clerk. Since then, she’s climbed up the public service ladder, obtaining permanent status and ultimately the highest ranking position within the Bureau.
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| California Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology Executive Director, Kristy Underwood |
As a single mom, Kristy admits that working a demanding career, such as Executive Officer, can at times be very difficult. She states that it is her, “commitment to protecting consumers and her love for the industry” that makes her job worthwhile.
Looking towards the future, Kristy goes on to say that the Bureau is in the process of “increasing access and transparency by reaching out to the Bureau’s diverse licensee population, as well as to the consumers of the industry.”
In addition to translating several of the Bureau’s consumer and industry publications into different languages, there are also plans to conduct several “town hall” workshops, scheduled for the spring of 2009, to educate the industry on how to clean and disinfect pedicure spas.
Successfully rising through the ranks, Kristy’s story is truly an inspiration to all.
CALFORNIA
Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology State of California Department of Consumer Affairs
P.O. Box 944226 • Sacramento, CA 94244-2260
Information: 1-800-952-5210
www.barbercosmo.ca.gov
Staff Members:
Kristy Underwood — Executive Officer
Denise Johnson — Deputy Executive Officer
Theresa Rister — Board Analyst
The Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology does not endorse any article, product, advertisement, or service contained in this newspaper. If you have any questions or concerns about the contents of any article in this newspaper you believe may affect you as a licensee, you may write to: Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, P.O. Box 944226, Sacramento, California, 94244-226
