Deria Stukes is the Founder and CEO of DJP Cosmetics Company and as an extension to her brand, she is a new author of the titled “From the Pole to The Pulpit" book. As a package deal, she proves to have dynamic creativity with an element of visualization. As an entrepreneurial duo, she is assisted by her supportive family and is taking her cosmetic brand to another dimension. DJP Cosmetics Company has set themselves apart from other cosmetic companies by manufacturing only vegan and pet friendly tested ingredients in their products. In addition to being a cosmetic mogul, Stukes has performed her make-up and hair talents on celebrities at the Stellar Awards, New York Fashion Week, Quartet Music Awards, movie sets, streaming talk shows and many other star-studded live events. Ms. Stukes continues to expand and has been featured in several magazines.

Deria Stukes says, “My commitment to God, family and career (in that order), is the key to my success and it helps me maintain a balance between both my business and personal life.”

Renee Benot, founder and CEO of JONEI Productions met DJP Cosmetics at a designer's celebrity event in New York City, DJP Cosmetic, a makeup artist/hair professional at the time was a vendor demonstrating her newest products. Impressed with her presentation, Ms. Benot had an instant admiration for DJP Cosmetics lip palettes, but unfortunately had made prior commitments that made it impossible to take that opportunity to try DJP products.  However, both exchanged contact information and a new business relationship was created. Stukes diligently followed up with her new connection and sent products to JONEI. Upon receiving and trying DJP Cosmetics, Ms. Benot was hooked. After several conversations, they both were convinced that they would be a natural fit to work together. JONEI assisted in the rebranding and marketing of DJP Cosmetics.

Plans for increasing the growth potential and expanding the DJP brand are in development for Phase II. In addition to a proposed northeastern book tour and other media guest appearances, DJP Cosmetics and JONEI are looking forward to an anticipated new domestic niche market in 2024.