For entrepreneurs like Ashley Carmen, taking risks can lead to significant rewards. At her boutique aesthetic studio, Aiyana Atelier, Carmen measures success through patient satisfaction.
As a nurse practitioner, she has cultivated trust by embracing adaptability, empathy, and curiosity. This approach allows her to connect with patients personally while staying at the forefront of aesthetic innovations. The result is a rewarding experience for both Carmen and her patients, demonstrating that patient trust and satisfaction are the ultimate measures of success in aesthetics.
"The aesthetic field evolves rapidly, requiring constant learning and flexibility. Empathy allows me to truly understand and address patients' needs. My curiosity drives me to explore new techniques and technologies, always seeking ways to enhance our services," says Carmen. "These qualities have shaped my career and guided our practice's growth as we look to expand our offerings in the future."
Carmen extends her forward-thinking mindset to the privilege of helping shape the future of her field. She leads training at national aesthetic companies and is a faculty member at industry conferences. Her belief that dynamic women lead by example and lift others as they rise is reflected in her co-creation of Aesthetic Multiplier, a symposium for the next generation of field professionals, and her practice's Residency programs.
"Dynamic women are the catalysts for progress in their fields and communities," she says. "At Aiyana Atelier, we embody the spirit of innovation, always pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers in aesthetic care.”
112 S. Fayette St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
571.312.5658
aiyanaatelier.com
Photography by: Courtesy of Tina Leu
