Some of Lorraine's accomplishments include: Graduating from Dudley University, Greensboro, NC, and Pittsburgh Beauty Academy, Pittsburgh, PA. Work details at Avalon Industries, Chicago, IL; Fingertips, Silver Spring, MD; and Carolyn's Hair Stylists, Forestville, MD.

Lorraine's talents have been showcased in both national and international magazines, including: National Advertising Campaign for Avalon Industries, Chicago, IL; Black Beauty Magazine, Johannesburg, South Africa; Health and Beauty News, "Hair Focus", and Today's Beauty Trends, "Hair Focus". These magazines highlighted some of Lorraine's magnificent creative talents such as poster design, hairstyle design for cover shots, and magazine advertising. She is currently a partner with Black Passion Magazine, an international magazine, and is a Member of the Board of Directors of Pharny House.

Awards and Special Recognition received by Lorraine are listed below:

• Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), 1997 (Hairstylist for CBC, Washington, DC)
• President Clinton Inauguration Committee, 1996 (Hairstylist for the Clinton Inauguration, Washington, DC)
• Best All-Around Hairstylist, 1990 (Who's Who in Hair Competition)
• Third Place--Soft sheen Curl Competition, 1985
• M&M Service Award, 1982-1984