A naturally gifted, self-instructed barber/stylist who began cutting hair at age 15, he spent most of his time cultivating his art, perfecting his techniques and mastering trends. By the young age of 19, he had a burgeoning clientele. He then enrolled in the Pivot Point International Academy founded by global icon Leon Passage and completed his undergraduate training in 1992. Shortly thereafter he opened his first concept salon named Signs and Wonders in Bloomington, IL. Tailored suits, polished shoes, and humble, yet charismatic personality easily identify him. He is JAMES WEALTHY and he is truly redefining the beauty industry. James Wealthy has become a positive fixture and beauty mogul on the U.S. beauty educational circuit.  He passionately teaches his techniques to eager salon professionals at the Bronner Brothers Show, Premiere International Beauty Show, Proud Lady and American Beauty-Mid West Show.

His first celebrity client was his childhood friend, R&B vocalist, Carl Thomas. His high profile clientele consists of entertainers and athletes. He is responsible for the hair images of Josha Washington of Like Mike 2, Avieon Cason, NFL running back, "Big Mike" of Making the Band 4, and the new R&B group Day 26. He also styles Donnie Klang, a solo artist who is signed to Bad Boy Records. Wealthy was the stylist for The Sean John Fall '08 Runway Show during New York Fashion Week. Well known for being a Master Barber/Stylist, but also a Tonsorial Specialist, Brow Practitioner, Lashologist, Consultant, and Motivational Speaker, and has threaded the eyebrows of legendary motivational icon Les Brown.

Mr. Wealthy known as a celebrity Stylist yet is also recognized for his distinctive abilities to remove unwanted hair using the ancient art of threading, apply flawless lashes, deliver meticulous haircuts, color cutting, and polished finished looks. "I make a divine connection with all of my clients. I suggest ways of making their hair and skin function in proper condition. They trust and believe in me and that motivates me to always deliver a quality product and service", says Wealthy. Wealthy also mentions his favored verse Duet 8:18 "To always remember the Lord your God who gives you the power (ability) to get (create) wealth". This approach is what makes him unique. His uniqueness and professionalism is exactly why day spas, salons and trade show producers seek him out to implement innovative techniques in the marketplace.

James Wealthy has compiled a very impressive portfolio of magazine feature ads and news articles. Wealthy is setting new industry standards with his "The Art of Threading" technique featured on his "Brow Lash Art" DVD series. And new Online T.V. channel "WealthTV" onYouTube: Youtube.com/WealthyTV.

Wealthy is writing his  new book, called The Wealthy Stylist, and plans to release more from his DVD series on Color-Brows & Tear-Free Instant Eyelash Application, and more. He also plans to establish an advanced training academy for professionals and beauty schools across the U.S. and abroad. With all of his endeavors James Wealthy is positioned to lead the beauty industry to a "WEALTHY" place.