Penny Burns – Founder, Beauty Cast Network With nearly four decades in the beauty industry, Penny Burns is a passionate advocate for career success in the beauty and wellness space. As the founder of Beauty Cast Network, she brings a wealth of experience—from owning and managing nine beauty schools to bridging the gap between graduates and top beauty employers. Penny’s mission is to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of beauty professionals, helping them land their best first job and build a career that evolves with them. She firmly believes that when graduates make informed career choices that foster continuous learning and growth, they pave the way for a profitable and fulfilling dream career. Beauty Cast Network is a dynamic career services platform designed to support schools, students, and employers, ensuring that talent and opportunity align seamlessly. At Beauty Cast Network, talent meets opportunity—helping beauty professionals take their first steps toward lifelong success.