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Many Hats. One Crown.

Karyne Tinord embodies a dynamic blend of artistry, leadership, and purpose. From founder and creative to mentor and community builder, each role she carries is rooted in intention and cultural impact. While the hats may vary, the vision remains the same; building legacy, honoring craft, and creating meaningful spaces where creativity and community thrive.

Host/Speaker

Karyne Tinord is a dynamic host and speaker known for creating intentional spaces where storytelling, culture, and community intersect. Whether leading conversations, moderating panels, or curating live experiences, she brings warmth, depth, and authenticity to every room. Her voice centers beauty professionals and creatives, amplifying conversations around wellness, artistry, and legacy.

Founder & Artist

As the founder of Kay de Trés, Karyne Tinord merges artistry with cultural storytelling through her signature work in braid design and creative expression. Her artistry goes beyond aesthetics—each style reflects heritage, innovation, and care. Through her brand and experiences like Cornrows and Cornbread, she continues to redefine how hair, culture, and community are honored and experienced.

Philanthropy

Karyne Tinord is deeply committed to community impact through her philanthropic work with Yadestiny Treasure Chest and other grassroots initiatives. Her efforts focus on uplifting underserved communities, supporting youth, and creating access to resources through culturally grounded programming. Her work reflects a belief that care, creativity, and community are powerful tools for change.

Photographer/ Media

Through her lens, Karyne captures more than moments—she documents stories. As a photographer and media creator, she highlights the beauty, detail, and emotion within culture, hair artistry, and community experiences. Her work serves as both documentation and storytelling, preserving narratives that are often overlooked while elevating visual representation.

Consultant/Curator

Karyne Tinord is a creative consultant and curator who helps shape meaningful experiences, brand narratives, and community-centered programming. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of culture and audience, she collaborates with brands, creatives, and organizations to bring intentional ideas to life—bridging vision with execution.

Mentor/Advisor

As a mentor and advisor, Karyne supports emerging creatives and beauty professionals in building sustainable, purpose-driven careers. She offers guidance rooted in real-world experience, emphasizing growth, confidence, and ownership. Through her mentorship, she creates pathways for others to thrive while staying connected to their craft and community.

My journey began with braids, but it didn’t stop at the chair.

Karyne Tinord founded Kay de Trés and is the creative force behind Cornrows & Cornbread, a cultural concept that blends hair artistry, heritage, and hospitality into immersive retail and community experiences. Her work explores how everyday rituals—grooming, gathering, feeding, creating—hold deep cultural meaning and economic power.

With a background in business administration and years of experience across beauty, retail, nonprofit leadership, and arts programming, Karyne curates spaces and experiences that are both emotionally resonant and operationally sound.

She has worked with youth entrepreneurs, artists, brands, and institutions to help ideas grow into sustainable ventures. Whether she’s curating a pop-up, moderating a conversation, or baking cornbread for a room full of creatives, Karyne’s approach remains the same: intentional, human-centered, and rooted in care.

Guiding principle: If you have to force it, toss it.

Milestone

• 2010 – Founded, Yadestiny Treasure Chest, Inc

• 2012 – Cosmetology License received

• 2019 – Launched a Braided Couture collection & soft Launch of The Art of Braids Podcast

• 2022 – Fashion show in Boston’s Liberty Hotel with Bogosplit & Fashion week Brooklyn

Accomplishments

• 2023 – Launched Cornrows and Cornbread Festival

• 2024 – Collaboration shoot with Tiffany & Co

• 2026 – Launched Kay de Très University

“I didn’t realize that so many people believed that life was meant to be lived once. I believe that we can be all the things at anytime we want or all at once.”