Apr. 26, 2024 By Tracey Khan
For Candacy Benjamin, the path to success has been paved with determination, challenges, and unwavering dedication. Originally hailing from Guyana, Benjamin’s journey as a hairstylist began with humble beginnings but has since blossomed into a thriving career in the bustling city of New York.
With a career spanning over a decade, her journey into the hair styling world started in her homeland before she ventured to the Bahamas to hone her skills further. Upon arriving in New York, she pursued other avenues to support her daughter. She soon realized her passion for doing hair could be her ticket to financial stability and personal fulfillment, so she created Miya Hair, named after her beautiful daughter.
Miya, a beacon of light in Benjamin’s life, was born with special needs, requiring constant care and attention. Despite their challenges, Miya was her mother’s biggest motivation and driving force to succeed in a daunting world.