Michael John Derricott

Jennifer Hill interviews Michael John Derricott, founder of Makeovers that Matter, and finds out what inspired him to create the organization that helps women Veterans get back to work. In addition, three very special women Veterans join the show, Olivia, Melissa and Jeanette, and share what the Mindset program has done for them and how it has helped empower them to find their true passion and help other Veterans. Olivia shares that she is now in a role with the Salvation Army that helps Veterans get back to work. If you are an employer who is looking to hire a Veteran, please contact Olivia Chavez at [email protected]

Bio: Michael John (M.J.) Derricott
How many Hollywood hairstylists are there in Los Angeles? No one like Michael John (M.J.) Derricott, who is dedicating his life to his Makeovers That Matter.
No stranger to the idea of “giving back”, it was while spending his Tuesdays styling hair for residents of Gettlove, an organization that provides permanent supportive housing to the homeless in Hollywood that M.J. first conceived Makeovers That Matter:
“Helping these women feel better about themselves was such an amazing and fulfilling experience, it really inspired me to try and take it just a little bit further."
Derricott, a stylist for over 20 years, has worked in prestigious salons as Umberto’s of Beverly Hills, B2V and QVC personality Nick Chavez. Also a stylist to the A list, he was the go-to guy for the Oscars for two years. He is known for his appearances on E! Style Network “How Do I Look? He currently is a regular on The Hallmark Channel’s “Home and Family” for Makeovers That Matter, a subject that is much more meaningful than the fluff of just doing and discussing hair/hair products.
Derricott is the owner of MJ Hair Salon inside Salon Indo in West Hollywood where his mixed breed Maxi is at his side.