TSG2024-25 COMPASSIONATE JUDGES
Compassion Category Judges
Expert Judges - Compassion
Holly Brown
Holly Brown suffers Multiple Sclerosis and Sarcoidosis maintaining stability through chemotherapy infusions. As an esthetician, suffering a severe rash with no help, she became Oncology trained and in 2013, formed Looking and Feeling FAB, Inc. (LFF) a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Public Charity
Awards include, “Bad Ass Chick of the Week,” AMP 103.3 FM, Myra Kraft Community MVP Award, New England Patriots, MA Volunteer of the Year, American Cancer Society, runner-up Philanthropist of the Year, American Spa Magazine, One of 45 leaders in the Esthetic Industry everyone should know, Dermascope magazine, Dew Gooder Award, Honey Dew Donuts.
Articles include, Brockton Enterprise, Sunday Boston Globe, International Cancer Review, Dermascope Magazine, Skin Inc., American Spa Magazine, NASNPRO magazine, and Podcasts “Skin is in”, Passionate World Talk Radio and BMAD (Boston Making a Difference) Spotlight.
Holly created FAB 4-hour Certified Oncology Training for Estheticians and co-authored a peer-reviewed scientific study highlighting LFF case studies showing reduction in side effects when pre-treating skin prior to radiation.
Lastly, Holly is Assistant Director, official judge for Compassionate Category of The Skin Games, graduating in May with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Nonprofit Management from Southern New Hampshire University.
great educator and to help create our future industry leaders.
Moto Kinjo
Moto moved to the United States from Japan in 1994, After becoming an accountant and working as an International Tax Consultant, he realized he would be happier helping people feel better on the inside and out. Moto is an Arizona licensed esthetician and an instructor at IMAj Institute in Scottsdale, AZ..Moto’s goal is to ensure that all students have the knowledge and guidance needed to pass their state board examination and be successful in their professional career. In addition to owning Moda Pelo Salon Spa in Phoenix, AZ. His passion is to be a great educator and to help create our future industry leaders.
Geralyn O’Brien
Geralyn O’Brien, a licensed esthetician and cancer survivor, specializes in oncology-focused skincare. She saw firsthand the impact of cancer treatments on skin health, which led her to complete her Esthetician training and multiple oncology trainings. Geralyn’s subsequent experiences with cancer deepened her commitment to making all salons and spas oncology-safe.
Geralyn provides facials and skincare consultations at the Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center in Aurora, Illinois. Here, she co-developed a program called “Simply Beautiful” to educate women on safe skincare, makeup, and hair loss management while enhancing their natural beauty.
In addition to her work at Waterford Place, Geralyn is a trainer and ambassador with Oncology Spa Solutions. She is actively involved in local esthetic schools in Illinois, spreading awareness about the specific skincare needs of cancer patients. Geralyn contributes to the Integrative Cancer Review online journal, and she believes in the importance of ongoing education and mentorship in advancing cancer care.
As the winner of The Skin Games Compassionate category in 2020, Geralyn generously donated her prize money to Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center. This year, she takes on the role of Judge for the same category, eager to support and promote other estheticians and beauty industry professionals making significant contributions.
Steve McGee
With 35 years of building businesses and a diverse portfolio of successful ventures, Steve McGee is a seasoned entrepreneur who excels in investing equity, debt, and talent to propel companies towards scalable success. His journey has been characterized by a commitment to identifying and nurturing innovative ideas that can positively impact significant segments of the population.
At the helm of NeoGenesis, Steve spearheads a revolution in skincare with the groundbreaking technology – a market-disrupting breakthrough that harnesses the power of stem cell science. Looking ahead, he envisions a future where advancements in this field can contribute to helping people not only look and feel younger but do so in a sustainable and healthy manner. NeoGenesis, under Steve’s leadership, aims to address chronic and traumatic issues without contraindications, offering holistic solutions for a diverse range of concerns.
Traci Daly-Smith
Traci Daly-Smith brings a wealth of experience with over 26 years as a Licensed Esthetician, 21 years as a Licensed Massage Therapist, and 13 years as a Licensed Esthetic Instructor. She has also been Oncology Esthetics Certified for 6 years and Oncology Massage Certified for 3 years.
Traci’s journey towards Oncology Esthetics was sparked by a personal experience. When a regular client suddenly stopped coming for her monthly appointments, Traci discovered that the client had been diagnosed with esophageal cancer. The lack of readily available information on safe skincare treatments for cancer patients prompted Traci to undertake her own research. She started making home visits to provide her client with personalized and compassionate care. The client was deeply moved by Traci’s dedication and support during a challenging time when others found it hard to cope with her diagnosis.
Inspired by this experience, Traci decided to become a certified oncology esthetician and instructor. She also founded “A New Daly Beginning,” a non-profit organization in Georgia. Her non-profit is dedicated to providing cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers access to complimentary or low-cost, safe, and relaxing skincare, massage, and wellness therapies. Additionally, it offers educational resources to help them navigate life-changing experiences.