Before a job interview, an important meeting, or a big presentation, many people with t
extured hair face a question others rarely have to consider: How will my hair be perceived today?
Texture tax is a conversation series exploring the intersection of hair, professional identity and workplace culture. As part of Startup Week Düsseldorf, sparrow brings entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, and creatives to discuss experiences, assumptions and opportunities that shape how we show up in our professional lives.
The evening opens with a candid panel discussion that will examine how appearance influences professional experiences and what inclusive workplaces can learn from these conversations- How do you navigate comments, bias, and expectations around textured hair in corporate environments?
Following the panel, attendees are invited to participate in interactive sessions / activities that will engage them and stay further to network, exchange perspectives, and connect with professionals from across industries.