In this inspiring interview, Buddy Sims takes us on a journey from painting nails on his mom to shaping the future of nail education as the Learning Experience Specialist for Pivot Point. Known as @clawsconnoisseur, Buddy has done it all — from salon owner and global competition finalist to educator, author, and industry advocate. With decades of experience, he’s helped create Pivot Point’s Fundamentals: Nails curriculum, judged top nail competitions, and influenced countless professionals across the country. A true nail industry renaissance man, Buddy blends creativity, technology, and education to elevate the craft and inspire the next generation of artists. Discover how his passion for learning continues to leave a mark — sometimes glittered — on every nail he touches.