Chris Crump is a beauty expert with over 23 years of experience shaping trends and promoting radiant, healthy hair as a top-tier hairstylist. In 2009, Chris proudly launched Strand Café, the pioneering black-owned full-service salon nestled in Columbus' vibrant Short North Arts District, where she continues to work her magic to this day.
Throughout her career, Chris has been trusted by a prestigious clientele of empowered black women in business in Columbus. Renowned for her expertise in nurturing healthy hair, precise cutting, and vibrant coloring, Chris has collaborated with esteemed media personalities, visionary editorial photographers, and esteemed publications in the Columbus area.
In 2020, Chris transitioned from her daily role behind the chair to embrace her new role in motherhood. Today, she’s pursuing new entrepreneurial ventures both personally and professionally. Alongside her husband, she proudly co-founded The Elevate You Foundation in 2022, a beacon of empowerment and support for the next generation of innovative entrepreneurs.