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Lilly Benitez

Lilly Benitez

Dallas, Texas

Lilly Benitez, Founder and Director of Blade Craft Barber Academy in Deep Ellum, Texas, is a globally recognized barber influencer and Brand Ambassador for Jatai Feather Razor, contributing her expertise to Barbering Textbooks. Deeply involved in her community, she holds a chair at the Deep Ellum Foundation Association and advocates for the barbering industry, valuing its transformative power in providing financial freedom and enhancing communities.

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About the author

As a Judge for The Blox, Lilly coached and ranked 60 companies from mom & pop shops to software corporations.

World renowned as an elevated barber influence, she has ties to long standing industry textbook and tool manufacturers. These relationships have introduced incredible experiences, as well as opportunities.

These connections mean that Lilly can impact not only her local community through her holding a chair at the Deep Ellum Foundation Association, but also keep a pulse on legislations that may threaten the industry.

Lilly will fight to promote the craft of barbering for the people that perform the services, the financial freedom it offers, and the positive impact well trained barbers bring to their neighborhoods.
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Success! Create Something has already sold 82 pre-orders , was pitched to 11 publishers , and will be published by Reader Advanced .
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$27 BC Book Club

8 readers

Pre order one paper back copy and receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez. Q&A opportunity to follow! To be scheduled upon release.

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$37 Signed Hard Cover

39 readers

There is just nothing like a hard back book from a loved author!

Lilly will personally sign your book, and ship it to your home! Special surprise inside!

Receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez. Q&A opportunity to follow! To be scheduled upon release.

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$50 Book Worm Besties

6 readers

Get TWO paperback copies of Lilly’s new book, and have a spare to share! Go on a multicultural journey towards turning a dream into tangible reality while bringing a friend along.

Obtain two invitations to an in person or virtual book reading with dates announced upon release.

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$54 Signed Hard Back Copy with GA Ticket for the Blade Craft Bash

8 readers

June 25, the awaited Blade Craft Barber Bash will be in effect!

Obtain a signed hard back copy and receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez.

Q&A opportunity to follow!

To be scheduled upon release. Only 20 available tickets!

Available until June 10, 2023

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$147 Crafting Confidence Call

0 readers

You and 4 friends enjoy a 60 minute Virtual call with Lilly!!!

Choose one of the following impactful topics:
-search for mentors
-unlearning social norms that are holding you back
-notice natural talents
-taking action through the unknown
-dare to be outrageous

5 copies + ebook included

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$412 Lilly on Location

1 reader

Lilly on Location!!!!

Choose one of the following impactful topics:
-search for mentors
-unlearning social norms that are holding you back
-notice natural talents
-taking action through the unknown
-dare to be outrageous

If within a 30 mile radius from Blade Craft Barber Academy, an 80 minute presentation will be scheduled for Lilly Benitez in Person.

For a longer distance, purchaser must cover travel fees, or a virtual option is available.

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Create Something

Crafting and Entrepreneurial Journey

Lilly’s story of creating something that wasn’t there has two journeys intertwined: a road trip from Dallas, TX to Central America in the late 90’s as a child in charge of the map & the creation of starting a small business in 2015.

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Synopsis

A unique guide to entrepreneurship that embraces a non-traditional path to success.

Create Something is the inspiring journey of first-generation entrepreneur Lilly Benitez, who tells her story of creating something out of nothing, intertwining two journeys - a road trip from Dallas, TX to Central America in the late 90s, and the creation of her small business in 2015. In her book, Lilly shares the valuable lessons she learned during her childhood trip that parallel her journey of starting Blade Craft Barber Academy. 

Each chapter features stops along the creation of the academy, with details of the El Salvador trip found at the end of chapters, offering readers a unique insight into the life of a first-generation entrepreneur.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to turn their dreams into reality and create a successful business. Lilly emphasizes a non-traditional path to success, highlighting the benefits of utilizing the lessons learned from a first-generation upbringing. With a focus on unique insights and personal anecdotes, Create Something is a guide that can help readers overcome any obstacles on their entrepreneurial journey.

Sales arguments

  • To date, 43% of Blade Craft Barber Academy graduates have opened their own business
  • “With the salon suites in the industry growing at a rapid pace, it is expected that within the next seven years, this business model will grow to command 75% market share in the salon industry.” (Peter Stein, Why Salon Suite is on the Rise.)
  • After the pandemic there is a global increase in entrepreneurship and start up frenzy (https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2021/04/09/pandemic-fuels-global-growth-of-entrepreneurship-and-startup-frenzy/?sh=344b882b7308)
  • Small businesses create jobs https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/1298-small-business-good-for-economy.html
  • Small business drives the US Economy https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2022/03/25/how-small-businesses-drive-the-american-economy/

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Audience

This book is for someone looking to start a new business but scared of leaving perceived security of current job -late 20’s early 30’s -first generation

Advance praise

“Lilly’s advice. Mentoring anyone is hard. But mentoring this many people, doing this many things - is quasi-impossible.  Lilly did it. Lilly did it her way, while still remaining in the confines of our system. She managed to drop at least one nugget to each person she met, and they're all appreciative.”

– Weston Bergmann - actor, and serial entrepreneur

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  • Update #11 - Audiobook Author here! 💁🏼‍♀️ Jan. 18, 2024

    Good evening! 

    Voice over Vermont is who I worked with to record the Audiobook for Create Something! Mary Catherine guided me in her studio overlooking …


  • Update #10 - We are SO close! Dec. 13, 2023

    Hey y’all

    We have been excited building momentum with book almost being a reality! Since my hope is that we can get the books out …


  • Update #9 - Thank you for supporting Small Business!!!! Nov. 25, 2023

    Hey y’all!!


    The season is seasoning! Thanksgiving Turkey Trot here in Dallas was a heartfelt event in that we give out water bottles to the …


  • Update #8 - Cover ideas consultations have begun! Sept. 27, 2023

    Hey y’all!! 


    I sure hope that life has been treating you swell! 

    Here in Dallas it has been exciting to say the least! A week …


  • Update #7 - Publisher Update! Sept. 13, 2023

    Hello wonderful!


    Thank YOU so much for riding on this journey with me!

    I am REALLY excited to let you know that I have chosen …


  • Update #6 - A win is a win! Aug. 25, 2023

    Hey ya’ll!

    I hope life has been treating you well!  Here in Deep Ellum it has been an incredibly hot summer, but we are making the …


  • Update #5 - Campaign completion!!!! Now what?! July 29, 2023

    Hey ya’ll!!

    Lot’s happening here in Dallas! We have just had a new start date for future barbers, and I returned from being a Judge …


  • Update #4 - Advanced Reader Copy?! Oh my! June 26, 2023

    Hello Everyone!

    This season in becoming an author has been really exciting! I received my first Advanced Reader Copy to give me book-like tool in …


  • Update #3 - What an incredible season! June 9, 2023

    Here in Texas the temperatures are rising, and so are the opportunities!

    This prior Thursday I joined the Publishizer Team to talk writing, entrepreneurship, and …


  • Update #2 - Birthday Bliss! June 1, 2023

    I could have never imagined that my birthday of 2023 would be as impactful and wonderful as it was!


    I was able to enjoy alpaca …


  • Update #1 - New York on my mind! April 26, 2023

    Thank you ALL for your support early!!! I got to meet Bethany Marshall the Founder of Publishizer, and I am just SO lucky to have …


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  • Matt bannon
    on April 26, 2023, 10:55 p.m.

    I LOVE YOU TOO MUCH MORE… Besos
    -Matt

  • Anonymous
    on April 26, 2023, 11:21 p.m.

    But I love you more then the first person who commented ♥️

  • Dominique Tonti
    on April 27, 2023, 12:07 a.m.

    Thank you for always inspiring the next generation of badass barbers!

  • Mike Dion
    on April 27, 2023, 1:35 a.m.

    Looking forward to reading it!

  • Jerod Dame
    on April 27, 2023, 1:41 a.m.

    Keep reaching for the stars and showing me the way! Very inspiring Lilly. I'm so proud of you!
    —Captain Fun Galactic

  • Linda Nyrkkanen
    on April 27, 2023, 3:08 a.m.

    Lilly, we are THRILLED for you! What an accomplishment, and SO much hard work. You are so special, and such an inspiration...
    Much love!! Linda & Greg Nyrkkanen

  • veronica garcia
    on April 27, 2023, 4:55 a.m.

    I’m so happy for you! This is a huge accomplishment that I know you’ve work so hard for, and it’s finally here. Can’t wait 🤍

  • Torane Barnett
    on April 27, 2023, 1:21 p.m.

    Thanks for always supporting my family! This was a no brainer. I hope for continued success in all you do. ~ Tee

  • Carolina Nunez
    on April 27, 2023, 9:23 p.m.

    We are all very excited for this book, but most importantly, we’re all very proud of you!

  • Cedar Lapp
    on April 28, 2023, 4:42 p.m.

    I can’t wait!!! I ordered some for the Academy too!!! ❤️❤️🥰

  • Jeff Perry
    on May 7, 2023, 6:24 p.m.

    Can’t wait to read it. Love you tons! You’re an amazing human

  • Annette Giraldo
    on May 17, 2023, 8:38 p.m.

    I am so extremely impressed and proud of you! The skies is limitless for Lilly!

    Xoxo
    Annette G.

  • Steve Barker
    on May 30, 2023, 8:40 p.m.

    Pablo sold this book to me. He is the best brother ever.

  • Colleen & Evan Dunkel
    on June 1, 2023, 2:11 p.m.

    So excited to read this book! Lilly exudes so much wisdom, experience, and all-around awesomeness and I’m grateful she’s sharing it with the world in this new inspiring way!

  • Nicole Mccarter
    on June 1, 2023, 2:20 p.m.

    Yahoo! Congrats friend keep reaching for the stars. Your doing an amazing job building your ladder to get there xoxo

  • Tom Bannon
    on June 9, 2023, 6:42 p.m.

    I’m looking forward to reading the book!

  • Christopher Tonrey
    on June 9, 2023, 8:09 p.m.

    So excited for this! One of the best entrepreneurs and people I know!

  • Shama Bell
    on June 25, 2023, 2:16 p.m.

    Can not wait to read this. You are an inspiration

  • Victor Enrique Ibarra
    on June 29, 2023, 10:32 a.m.

    Congratulations Lilly! We wish you lots of blessings to you and your family. 🙌🏼

  • Catia Rich
    on July 1, 2023, 9:29 p.m.

    You go girl!
    Cannot wait for the book.
    Love ❤️ you! Catia.

  • Danielle Thomas
    on July 13, 2023, 5:19 p.m.

    Keep up the great work !! You are a true inspiration. Can't wait to read the book !!!

  • Shawna Murphy
    on July 15, 2023, 12:06 a.m.

    Cannot wait to ready about your incredible journey!

  • Ghiovanna Dennis
    on July 15, 2023, 6:16 a.m.

    So excited to learn from you this week!!!! I love you already!!!

  • Ninoska Hall
    on July 15, 2023, 1:16 p.m.

    Can’t wait to read it!
    Love you 🥰💗

  • Weston Bergmann
    on July 15, 2023, 8:13 p.m.

    I'm a fan of anything and everything Blade Craft. In fact, I just got touched up today and now I'm the best looking man in the tri state area.

  • Avi Ana
    on July 17, 2023, 4:28 a.m.

    Loved meeting you on The Blox.

  • Brandy Pierce
    on July 18, 2023, 10:45 p.m.

    Get Lilly! You are fabulous and so beautiful, especially on the inside! I can't wait to get your book and learn even more from you.

  • Paige Burdette
    on July 24, 2023, 10:29 p.m.

    Can’t wait to read this! Thank you again for a wonderful Blox experience! Much love xx

  • Mark Fretz
    on Aug. 22, 2023, 3:26 p.m.

    I am editorial director of Radius Book Group, a hybrid publisher dedicated to helping authors publish their books independently. Your book looks like it would be a good fit for our list. Contact me at mark@rdiusbookgroup.com if you'd like to learn more about how we could work together.
    Mark