HAIR COLLECTIVE - Key Persons
Amanda Steel has a passion for detail and has experience as a master trainer for coloring and cutting. She specializes in blondes, grey coverage, and curly hair.
Amanda was a director at Spalon Montage teaching specialized classes for blunt cutting, curly hair, blondes, color correction, and long layering. After leaving Spalon Montage, Amanda became an Educator and Master Stylist for Life Time's Crosstown Life Spa. She was one of four US educators and helped lead the education program while teaching apprentices during her workday.
Amy has attended numerous education classes including Nick Arrojo, Soujourn, Nick Berrardi, Christopher and Sonja Dove, Alexandra Mattesse, and other top people from across the country. She has a passion for what she does and shows it with every client.
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- Director for Aveda, Color Class
ABOUT I am a 1990 graduate of the Horst Education Center. While working for Horst Salon for five years, I received ongoing advanced training. I have attended numerous hair shows in Chicago, New York, and Minneapolis, including the January 2011 Redken International Symposium in Las Vegas. There I took six different classes focusing on cutting, styling, and coloring techniques.
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- Education Master Cutting Class / Master Color Class Aveda Education
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- Salon Spa Manager Stylist
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- PROFESSIONAL since 2017
- Stylist
Hi! I'm Kari! I have been doing hair for 13 years! I graduated from Aveda Institute Minneapolis. I specialize in blondes and balayage. I love when someone comes to me with a dramatic change or is looking for suggestions for a new look! I can't wait to see you in my chair! - Kari
Job Titles:
- PROFESSIONAL since 2014
- Stylist
ABOUT Previous to the hair district, I worked at New Reflections Aveda Salon for 12 years. I enjoy meeting new clients and creating lasting relationships. I like working with all hair textures and colors. It is fun to create the right look for each hair type and face shape.
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- EDUCATION / St. Cloud Model College
- Stylist
My name is Kyra, and I have been doing hair for eight years. I am someone who can interact with children very well and love the challenge of making them look their very best. I love spending time on each and every one of my clients and getting to know them. I truly love what I do every day, whether it's meeting someone new, hearing about my client's latest vacation, or continuing education.
Melissa Mollenhoff has over nine years of experience with men's hair. Her training and technical skills come from her being an educator with American Crew for eight years. Melissa is proficient in creating modern looks for men with masculine shapes and attention to detail.
Hi, I'm Nicole, and I just moved to the west metro from Mankato. I have been in the industry for over seven years and have a passion for making my guests feel and look their best. My goal is to make sure that my guest's color/cut fits their lifestyle. I enjoy creating texture and dimension in the hair with either color or cutting techniques. My favorite thing to do currently is LOBS! I'm dedicated to educating each guest on the tools and products they need to be successful when styling their hair at home.
ABOUT I specialize in cutting fine hair. I enjoy working with all lengths and types of hair as my styles range from cutting edge to conservative. I also specialize in coloring blondes with dimension, and I love doing creative coloring. My goal is to get to know my clients so they feel comfortable in my chair. I have expertise in knowing face shapes and structures to create a haircut that fits and brings out the features of your face. I am extremely passionate about my job and clients, and I am always on top of the next trend in the hair and fashion industries. I am constantly advancing my career with ongoing education.
EDUCATION
Oliver Thein graduate 1995
Advanced Matrix education in coloring, cuts and trends
"Train the Trainer" program with Arthur Hall
Next Level Thinking educator for 5 years
America's Beauty Show Chicago
Matrix Destination Orlando
Barbering education with Whitney Vermeer
Solo artist since 2012
Part owner of the Hair District Burnsville since 2014
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- Nail Technician & Beauty School
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- Color Trainer at Previous Salon
- EDUCATION
Shanon is a makeup artist with over 20 years of experience. She has trained in New York and Chicago by some top names in the industry including former celebrity Emmy nominated makeup artist Ross Burton. She also traveled with and assisted Lancome National Makeup Artist Alex Sanchez. She enjoys makeup artistry of all kinds from weddings to runway, print work or simply picking our a new lip color. She has become a staple in the success of Jane Iredale at the hair district.
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- PROFESSIONAL for 30 YEARS / HAIR DISTRICT COLLECTIVE PROFESSIONAL since 2021
- Stylist
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- PROFESSIONAL since 2007 / HAIR DISTRICT COLLECTIVE PROFESSIONAL since 2016 / SERVICES
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- EDUCATION / Park Avenue School of Cosmetology
- Stylist
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- EDUCATION / Cosmetology Business Associates
- Stylist
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- EDUCATION / Maxim 's Beauty School
- Stylist
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- Assistant Manager
- PROFESSIONAL since 2017