Meet our team…

Joe Green

SALON OWNER / STYLIST

Joe has a very dedicated clientele and is admired for his work as a colorist and his “perfectionist” cutting skills. Over the years, Joe’s experience in this industry has ranged from stylist, salon owner, and educator to platform artist. When beginning his career as an industry educator it wasn’t long before he brought his creativity and strong technical skills to the platform with the Zotos Creative Design Group where he was appointed Master Designer, the highest level of achievement within the group. Joe’s work has been featured in several industry magazines and publications throughout the years. Next, Joe was selected to join the Wella Corporation’s Artistic Team. As a member of the Artistic Team, Joe traveled nationally instructing professional stylists on the latest trends in corrective color and color formulation. Joe also joined the ranks of the most prestigious, knowledgeable and talented colorists in the United States. He passed a stringent examination in the chemistry, psychology and physiological aspects of hair coloring and has achieved the status of a Board Certified Master Colorist. As a Board Certified Master Colorist, Joe has verified his expertise in the state-of-the-art application techniques and is qualified to train hairdressers in the finer points of professional hair coloring. Joe’s focus in his salon is to provide above average customer service, the finest-quality products, and latest styles/services to its clients.

Alyssa

STYLIST

Amy

STYLIST

Amy’s training and fashion sense will certainly keep you up to date with the latest hairstyles and fashion trends. Having been in the industry since the year 2000, Amy has attended numerous cut and color classes as well as the KMS Academy in Santa Monica, California and the Goldwell Academy in Baltimore.

Amy is a big part of the bridal team where she focuses on creating gorgeous hairstyles for our brides and their attendants.

Cassondra

STYLIST

Cassondra has participated in several local fashion shows where she has been able to display her talent creating long hair dressing at it’s finest. Along with many advanced trainings, including the Oscar Bond Academy in NYC, Cassondra  trained in Los Angeles with Yuko and Hallows where she perfected her skills in Japanese Straightening.

Cassondra’s presence in the Bridal Suite creating amazing updos along with her keen sense of fashion has definitely added to the success of our Bridal Suite.

Christine

STYLIST/GREAT LENGTHS SPECIALIST

Christine is one the originals at Changes Salon. She started with us as Joe’s assistant in 1999 and has been here ever since. Preforming waxing, manicures and pedicures while building a following, Christine has worked her way up to a well seasoned stylist providing her clients with great cuts and advanced highlighting and color techniques. She has trained with TIGI in Dallas, the Oscar Bond Academy in trendy Soho, TIGI in New York City, and the Goldwell Academy in Baltimore, along with guest artists from Keune.

Christine is a certified Great Lengths Extension Specialist, providing her clientele with the opportunity to add volume, length, color and style to their hair.

Diane

STYLIST

Diane has had a passion for hair and corrective coloring for 30 years. Diane is always on a quest for a corrective color challenge and for more color chemistry knowledge. She has trained on numerous occasions at Goldwell USA, Vidal Sasson, the Oscar Bond Academy, Toni and Guy, and has attended many advanced classes. With Diane, you can always anticipate a thorough consultation and consistent results. Her genuine love for servicing her clients needs shows in her work as well as her loyal clientele. Any hairdresser will tell you “Diane knows her color chemistry!”, that’s for sure.

Domenica

STYLIST / MAKEUP ARTIST

Domenica began her career as a cosmetologist in 2005. After working in the industry and strengthening her hair color knowledge and technical skills through training and advanced education, Domenica decided it was time to hone in on the business side of her career. Soon after she completed her Associates Degree in Business she went on to complete her Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion. Her knowledge and deisre to be involved in all aspects of Changes Salon has landed her a position assisting in the day to day business functions, and training our newly hired staff all while building and maintaining a clientele.

Domenica’s creativity and eye for fashion can not go unnoticed. While attending college in Boston she worked in a few different areas of the fashion industry. She is a makeup artist, loves doing formal hairstyling and works with our bridal team in making our bridal parties look beautiful on their special day.

Kayla

STYLIST

Hot new talent would describe Kayla’s status in the beauty industry! Soon after Kayla completed her required education as a cosmetologist, she began her career here at Changes Salon. Several years have passed since then and with lots of educational classes, including the Toni & Guy Academy in New York City, Kayla is quickly building a clientele. So catch her while you can!

Lara Marie

STYLIST / BRIDAL COORDINATOR

Lara has been a stylist for 15 years. Her love for color began when she attended a training conference at the L’Oreal Institute in Manhattan, where she soon after became an educator for L’Oreal. After working for L’Oreal, Lara took a position as a National Educator with John Paul Mitchell Systems. While receiving extensive training in NYC, Arizona, Las Vegas and Hawaii, Lara shared her knowledge of color, cutting and long hair styling by teaching other hairdressers the latest techniques. She also completed her training as a Goldwell Master Colorist.

Lara’s passion for bridal work along with a keen sense of this industry are the two factors which created the Bridal Suite at Changes Salon. The Bridal Suite is a beautiful Victorian style suite where our brides and their attendants can privately attend to their beauty needs and enjoy a smooth beginning to their special day. Lara’s enthusiasm assures our brides and her attendants a great experience.

Laura

ESTHETICIAN, MAKEUP ARTIST, NAIL TECH

Laura has been a practicing NYS Licensed Aesthetician for 6 years. She is passionate about beautiful healthy skin.  Laura brings to you skincare for men, women and teens; customized to meet every one’s needs.  Laura had extensive training at the Aesthetic Science Institute, one of the finest aesthetic institutes nationwide and she is proud to say she graduated with high honors.  Laura has received expert training in skin analysis, intensive skin and body treatments.  Following graduation she continued her education at Derm Aware Clinical Laboratories where she received hands on training in advanced peeling for anti-aging treatments.  She also trained with Institute Esthederm where she acquired additional expertise in assisting clients in selecting the appropriate skin care regimen to meet their individual needs.

Recently, Laura has taken her education to the next level with Cures by Avance at the Acadamie’ of Aesthetic Wellness, re-examining the root cause for skin and body conditions utilizing techniques with an emphasis on restoring and achieving natural balance to the skin.

Her clients love the body treatments, manicures and pedicures offered on her menu of services.  And, as everyone knows, Laura loves shaping eyebrows, and it certainly shows by the way she perfected her waxing skills!

Rachel

STYLIST

Rachel is one team player!  Her professionalism and attention to detail certainly puts her on the top of her game. Rachel has truly made a committment to the beauty industry, stays current and takes education very seriously.  She has attended a variety of training classes over the years, loves color and takes pride in doing both men and women’s haircuts.

Sarene

ESTHETICIAN / MAKEUP ARTIST

Sarene began her career in the industry right here at Changes Salon about 10 years ago as our Front Desk Coordinator. Intrigued with the industry she decided to continue her education at the Aesthetic Science Institute where she graduated with high honors and became a NYS Licensed Esthetician. Sarene does an incredible facial and shares her skin care knowledge with our clients, recommending the proper products for their skin condition.

Sarene received her certification to be an educator for Cures by Avance.  She has had the opportunity to network with estheticians and skin care professionals from all over the world. Cures represents skincare and body care products that are curative and corrective, focusing on skin conditions rather than skin types. Her treatments treat the root cause of the condition to assure long-term results. Sarene is ecstatic to be a part of the Cures family and is always thrilled to share her knowledge with her clients.

She is a part of Changes’ Bridal Team where she has made many bridal attendants happy after applying their makeup. Prom girls love, love, love her makeup applications for their special day.  Also included in Sarene’s menu of services is facial and body waxing.

Shannon

STYLIST

Front Desk Staff

Sharon, Jena

“Multi-tasking” is an understatement for this most important position at our salon. While juggling a very hectic salon schedule, scheduling appointments and tending to client needs, our front desk coordinators work closely with the entire team to ensure that all clients have a wonderful experience at Changes Salon.

Donna

Owner/Manager

“I am so proud to be associated with this talented group of professionals. Each and everyone of them have made my position at Changes Salon so very worthwhile.”

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