Uncle Funky’s Daughter is much more than a business. Much more than a structure occupying a space on a street in a world in which time speeds by in a blur. Uncle Funky’s Daughter is a spirit, a dynamic but calming presence infused with passion and confidence. An enduring spirit in which those who cross her threshold are immersed, as they capture a bit of her to take home, to embrace, to celebrate. The destination of a heartfelt journey taken by husband and wife co-founders Tonya and Ray Reed, Uncle Funky’s Daughter stands at the end of a path paved with a desire to fulfill a life’s purpose. In what the Reeds believe to be a little nudge from the universe, the couple was laid off when the Enron scandal sent a dismantling shockwave through Houston’s business community. Tonya and Ray committed to striving for a stable career they love and in which they are privy to their own bottom line. From that solid foundation, Uncle Funky’s Daughter has risen as a trailblazer in its industry. Long before natural, eco-friendly practices in hair care were popular, the Reeds were offering the best in sustainable, non-toxic hair care in a healthy, chemical-free environment. Tonya and Ray believe that people welcome the freedom of being natural. The freedom to vacation without toting a separate bag for hair care products; the freedom of being unleashed from constant mindfulness of their hair, of not being weary of the rain, of exercising without fear of sweating out their relaxer. The freedom to be. In that belief, they are making it easy to go natural – this year unveiling a 10-product, all natural hair care line of the earth’s most natural and organic ingredients. Uncle Funky’s Daughter products are formulated exclusively for textured hair that is kinky, wavy or curly, meeting the expectations of textured hair clients seeking superior product performance without sacrificing natural ingredients. Paraben-free and never tested on animals, the line includes cleansers, conditioners, moisturizers, curl definers and stylers – selections inspired by requests from clients amidst a market that has not met their needs. The Reeds’ commitment to minimizing their environmental footprint is realized in every product they develop, using biodegradable, recyclable materials and removable parts on their packaging, the majority of which incorporates high density polyethylene (hdpe #2) and can be recycled through most municipal recycling programs. A place of unique creativity, of inspired style, of ultimate convenience – Uncle Funky’s Daughter is a salon and boutique in which clients can get a breathtaking outfit, stunning accessories, and a fly hairstyle all within the same four spirited walls. Here there is always a warm hello for every client, always the time for a thoughtful consultation, always the most they can give. Tonya puts her best twist forward as a stylist and company CEO. Ray contributes his sales experience as a CFO and boutique manager who never meets a stranger. Uncle Funky’s Daughter is an original, eclectic soul who’s funky, fashionable and fabulous. She doesn’t follow trends; her style is the trend. She’s an ordinary girl who does extraordinary things. She’s strong, a lover of all things pure, wholesome and just. She’s fun, a good friend who revels in silence and speaks with her style. She’s on a continual journey climbing to heights of greater self-love. She’s bold, strong, and unapologetically – Uncle Funky’s Daughter.