Education + Experience
- Two years in the salon industry
- Bachelor degree in Business and Art from Aquinas College, Grand Rapid, Michigan
- Graduate of the Aveda Institute in Cleveland, Ohio
- Aveda seasonal trends classes
- Advanced cutting, styling and color classes
 
Specialties
- Cutting short hair and curly hair
- Styling and finishing work
- Special occasion updos
 
" I want to nourish beautiful hair.  I'm passionate about education and self expression.  I believe a great shampoo will make your day better.  I'm positive there is something artistic and creative in everyone."

Education + Experience
- Twenty-nine years in the salon industry
- Attended numerous classes with some of the industry's most well known professionals and companies, including:                  
   Toni & Guy                  
   Vivienne MacKinder                  
   Oscar Bond                   
   Bumble and Bumble                  
   Rusk                  
   Pivot Point International            
 
Specialties
- Classic haircuts and styling
- Cutting short hair            
 
" Trends are great, but they don't work for everyone.  More than anything, I want people to love their hair.  I want to create cuts and color that work for each individual."

In-Salon Color Educator    
 
Education + Experience
- Six years in the salon industry (Three years at Xiphium Salon)
- Certified Aveda Institute Educator
- Advanced color classes at the New York City Aveda Advanced Academy
- Assisted in teaching Aveda color classes
- Aveda Seasonal Trends classes  
 
Specialties
- Color
- Highlights
- Corrective Color
- Blonde Hair  
 
" I am always seeking knowlege and education to share with my guests and co-workers.  I believe my continuing commitment to education will benefit both my guests and my fellow team members.  I am passionate about giving each guest a unique look."

Education + Experience
- Three years in the salon industry (Two years at Xiphium Salon)
- Aveda Seasonal Trends classes
- Aveda Color Systems
- Men's Cutting and Color (2009)
- Formal Updo class (2009)
 
Specialties
- Haircutting
- Cutting curly, naturally textured hair
- Foiling color placement
- Manicures and pedicures
 
" I love creating shape and revamping hair for a fresh style.  I am passionate about helping my clients get excited about styling their hair and introducing them to new and current ideas that work for them."

In-Salon Haircutting Educator
 
Education + Experience
- Ten years in the salon industry (Seven years at Xiphium Salon)
- Innovative Cutting classes at the New York City Aveda Advanced Academy
- Assisted in Aveda cutting and color classes
- Aveda Seasonal Trends classes  
 
Specialties
- Conducting thorough consultations
- Cutting naturally textured, curly hair
- Creating believable, realistic hair color
- Educating guests on how to recreate their style at home
- Brow wax and design  
 
" I am passionate about continuously learning new techniques and ideas to share with my guests and fellow team members.  I love being able to create styles that compliment the individual and their needs."

Education + Experience
- Two and a half years in the salon industry (Two years at Xiphium Salon)
- Aveda Hair Color
- Aveda Cutting Systems    
 
Specialties
- Dry cutting
- Cutting long hair
- Creating dimensional color
- Manicures and pedicures

Owner
 
Education + Experience
- Twenty-eight years in the salon industry
- Internationally trained with Aveda as well as many other companies
- Former regional and national educator for the Aveda Corporation
- Volunteer and partner with the National Cosmetology Association and American Cancer Society for the "Look Good, Feel Better" program, which aids individuals who are dealing with the effects of chemotherapy
 
Specialties
- Designing and sculpting for the whole individual and body shape, not just the face
- Helping my guests discover their "hidden beauty"
 
" I am passionate about and inspired by people.  They are my "living canvas."  What a wonderful gift to be able to create beautiful art that lives and breathes!"
 

In-Salon Men's Haircutting Educator
 
Education + Experience
- Five years in the salon industry (Three years at Xiphium Salon)
- Numerous local Aveda classes
- Advanced cutting and color classes at the New York City Aveda Advanced Academy
- Sassoon training at the Eric Fisher Academy in Wichita, Kansas
- Advanced haircutting with the Aveda Men's technical director, Kurt Keifner
 
Specialties
- Haircutting with a focus on men's cutting
- Creating natural, dimensional color
 
" I love people.  I love creating looks for people that will work for their lifestyle, but will also make them feel great."