The Pearl, Mississippi-based founder of Strands of Faith, will travel to Washington, D.C. during National Small Business Week to represent the state on a national stage.
Nationwide — Ameka Coleman, founder of Strands of Faith, has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Person of the Year for Mississippi, a prestigious recognition honoring outstanding entrepreneurs across the country.
As part of this honor, Coleman will travel to Washington, D.C. on May 4 to represent the state of Mississippi during National Small Business Week, where business leaders from across the nation will be recognized for their impact, innovation, and contributions to their communities.
Coleman founded Strands of Faith with a vision to create high-quality hair care products designed to support healthy hair while encouraging confidence, self-care, belief, and faith. What began as a personal journey has grown into a thriving, bootstrapped brand that has reached customers nationwide.
Built without outside funding, Strands of Faith has evolved into a multiple seven-figure business, reflecting Coleman’s commitment to discipline, consistency, and long-term growth. Her journey as a first-generation founder has been defined by learning in real time, overcoming challenges, and building a sustainable brand from the ground up.
“This recognition represents years of persistence and faith in the process,” said Coleman. “It’s an honor to represent Mississippi on a national stage and to highlight what’s possible when you take the leap of faith to follow your dreams.”
In addition to leading a growing brand, Coleman remains committed to giving back and supporting both future and established entrepreneurs, using her platform to share insight, encouragement, and real-world lessons from her journey.
National Small Business Week, held May 3–9, celebrates the critical role small businesses play in driving economic growth and strengthening communities across the United States.
For more information about Strands of Faith, visit StrandsofFaith.com
To learn more about National Small Business Week, visit SBA.gov/nsbw