THE BLUE GIRAFFE - Key Persons


Alissa Flynn

Alissa graduated from Phagan's Beauty School of Medford in August of 2021. She was hired here at The Blue Giraffe at the beginning of 2023 and we are excited to welcome her. Read More

Holly Stanley

Job Titles:
  • Hair Stylist
Holly has been working at The Blue Giraffe since September 2016 and was voted Southern Oregon's favorite stylist in 2020. A 2002 graduate from Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy, Holly specializes in color Read More and brings an artful eye and talented hand to her work. A wealth of considerable experience and fun, Holly's energy is upbeat and inspiring and she loves to create fresh feelings through her hair. She is very passionate about her work and her joy and creativity are evident in the beautiful styles she creates.

Julie Gaulden

Job Titles:
  • Co - Owner
  • Medical Director
Julie bought the spa with her daughter, Nila, in March of 2020. Julie has more than 25 years of nursing experience and is passionate about adding medical esthetics services to our menu. Read More An innovative thinker with over fifteen years of management experience, Julie has implemented many changes to The Blue Giraffe's structure. From rejuvenating details around the spa to revamping policies and service protocols, Julie has given a fresh face to The Blue Giraffe.

Laura Ferrara

Laura graduated from Rogue Community College in 2010 and has been a part of The Blue Giraffe team since 2022. Laura is passionate about helping people live their lives free of pain. Read More

Montana Creekmore

Montana graduated from Ashland Institute of Massage in 2016 and has been here at The Blue Giraffe since 2018. Montana is passionate about learning and has been a big influence on our massage protocols Read More

Nila Orr

Job Titles:
  • Co - Owner
Nila bought the spa with her mother, Julie, in March of 2020. Nila graduated with her BA in Creative Writing in 2010 and has a background in office management, medical billing, and marketing. Read More Nila got her Oregon esthetics license in 2019 and worked as an independent esthetician for a short time before becoming a co-owner of The Blue Giraffe. Nila is passionate about building a caring and kind community of locals and other small business owners, as well as advocating for a healthier workplace. Nila is in charge of our marketing.

Paige Bates

Paige graduated from Northwest College of Beauty in 2022. Many of you may know her as one of our lovely front desk staff, where she worked while in school. Read More

Ria Einhorn

Job Titles:
  • Hair Stylist

Shelly Nicholson

Shelly graduated from Oregon Institute of Aesthetics in 2004 and has been part of The Blue Giraffe team for 11 years. She loves working with acne-prone skin and doing Read More

Tracy Finklang

Tracy graduated from Imani Institute of Cosmetology in 2016. She began working at The Blue Giraffe fresh out of school and has found her passion in educating others about skincare. Read More