Founder, The Katherine Jon Salon & The ARKK Education Academy

Kat Riley is a visionary leader, motivational educator, and dedicated community advocate whose mission is to inspire others to lead with purpose and heart. A successful business owner and founder of The Katherine Jon Salon and The ARKK Education Academy, Kat combines her corporate background in marketing and business with her passion for service, education, and empowerment.

Beyond entrepreneurship, Kat is a member of the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Auxiliary Board for the William Floyd Cosmetology School, where she mentors aspiring professionals. She has also trained under the legendary Les Brown, sharpening her ability to motivate and uplift others through authentic leadership.

Deeply committed to giving back, Kat actively participates in community initiatives such as Dare to Dream, My Sister’s Keeper, and Girls with Grit—programs that champion personal growth, resilience, and the power of self-belief. Her dedication to empowerment, education, and philanthropy continues to create lasting ripple effects throughout her community and beyond.

Kat’s greatest passion lies in helping others discover their potential, lead with confidence, and create meaningful change in their own lives and the world around them.