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“What makes Gordon's Salon different from other salons in the area is their team orientation. In the past three years, I have seen more than five stylists, and each one is great!”

– Renee Keats

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Highland Park Designers

	Tony Gordon Senior Hair Designer, Co-Owner Tony brings every client his passion for excellence and keen eye for style. “I intuitively know what hair styles go with various face shapes, skin tone and eye color – and I’m not afraid to tell my clients that!” He also factors in what each person wants, what their hair is capable of and what works with their lifestyle. As a result, his clients are regularly stopped on the streets and asked the question, “Who does your hair?” As a fourth generation hair stylist, beauty is truly in his blood. It began with his great grandmother who was a wigmaker for the Chicago Lyric Opera. His grandmother was a principal of the American Beauty Academy in Chicago, founder of Elizabeth Gordon Hair Designs in Hyde Park and considered one of the top colorists of her time. His father, Jerry Gordon, owns J. Gordon Salon in Chicago and was recognized as the 1990 Hair Salon Owner of the Year. And his sister, Katherine Gordon, is a hairdresser in New York and Los Angeles and has worked with numerous celebrities on films and television. Tony especially loves cutting short hair, razor cutting and color. He has trained with the top people in the world, including Sassoon, Jacque Dessage, Nick Arrojo, David Adams, Antoinette Beenders, and Van Council, the North American stylist of the year for several years. Also passionate about fashion and style, Tony founded and runs fashion shows in Chicago and Highland Park. He’s also worked on New York Fashion Week for Badgley Mischka, partnered with Versace and styled top models. A natural teacher, Tony used to be a global Purefessional trainer for Aveda and taught hair fashion collections and hair color around the county. At one point, he realized that he had taught most of the hair professionals in the Midwest how to use hair color. And, his favorite part of owning a salon is helping his staff members increase their confidence, ability and success. As a lifelong an environmentalist with a love of the great outdoors, he embraces Aveda’s mission. “Aveda’s founder was a genius on a number levels – fashion, beauty, and of course, the environment.” When he’s not at one of his salons, Tony practices yoga, meditation and black-belt level tae kwon do. Haircuts start at $90, color starts at $75.
	Pam Gordon Senior Hair Designer, Guest Fulfillment Officer, Co-Owner As co-owner, senior master stylist and guest fulfillment officer, Pam’s skill and artistry is evident both in the chair and behind the scenes. Her favorite part of the job is making people feel great, both her clients and employees. “I don’t know any other industry where you always feel good going out,” she said. The Salt Lake City native trained at Ippolitos and MacDaniels in Chicago. While she genuinely loves all aspects of being a stylist, including coloring, she’s passionate about working with textured hair. Certified in Advanced Hair Texturing, she’s the only stylist at Gordon salon certified to relax hair. When she’s not at the salon, she enjoys pursuing photography and experimenting with a number of vintage cameras that belonged to her father. Haircuts start at $80, color starts at $75.
	Michelle Jens Senior Hair Designer, Education Director, Highland Park A stylist since 1993, Michelle has spent her career working in Aveda salons and spas. She began working in Indiana, moved to the Washington DC area and then to Gordon Salon in Highland Park. As a lifelong learner, she seizes every learning opportunity that comes her way. Exemplifying her philosophy that learning never ends, Michelle is the Director of Education at Gordon Salons and a member of the Aveda Purfessional Team. It’s this belief that both fuels, and drives her into the career she loves. Haircuts start at $75, color starts at $75.
	Dale Jones Senior Hair Designer, Highland Park A Chicago native, Dale has been with the Gordon Salons since day one and is a Gordon Salon color coach. After training at Pivot Point in Chicago, she has worked in places as diverse as Sweden, New Zealand and California. With more than 20 years of Aveda experience under her belt, she was asked to help open the Aveda Institute in Chicago. Dale was formerly a salon director at Neiman Marcus in Oak Brook, a Glemby trainer and is certified as a L’Oreal World Class Colorist. She loves to make people feel special and says that if her clients don’t receive a compliment on their hair, then she hasn’t done her job well. Haircuts start at $70, color starts at $75.
	Berit Shea Hair Designer, Highland Park A Denmark native with more than seven years of experience both here and abroad, Berit received her training at the renowned Aalbord Hair Academy in Denmark. Her trademark is highly developed technical cutting skills with a creative finish, as well as color skills that range from very conservative to being an artist with a brush. Berit also prides herself in her finely honed ability to work with curly hair. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States teaching hair extensions, hair integration and hair replacement for one of the top hair suppliers in the county. Bringing her passion to each client, she revels in being able to use her creative skills to make a positive difference in each person’s day. Haircuts start at $70, color starts at $75.
	Abby Emer Hair Designer, Highland Park A true artist when it comes to both color and cut, Abby excels at giving each client their own individualized look. In tune with each client, she customizes each person’s style after carefully listening to their needs and wants. “I love knowing that my customers are thrilled their style,” she said. “And I love making people smile.” After growing up in Buffalo Grove, she attended Arlington Academy Beauty School and received additional training from the Aveda Institute in Chicago. A dancer from the age of three, Abby draws inspiration from the artistry of dance. Her bubbly personality and friendly demeanor are contagious – and she thrives on being around her clients and fellow stylists. Haircuts start at $70, color starts at $65.
	Maria Garcia Hair Designer, Highland Park “Fulfilling my guests’ needs and making them feel good about the way they look,” is Maria’s guiding philosophy. From Gurnee by way of Monterrey, Mexico, she trained at the Technology Campus of Lake County for Cosmetology. To ensure her skills and knowledge stay sharp, she is continually taking classes and has received certificates from the Aveda Institutes in Chicago and Minneapolis, the Aveda Academy of New York and the Latin Cosmetologist Association. She is also well-educated about the latest looks for hair. Maria is passionate about doing both cuts and color. “I couldn’t do just one!” she explains. As part of her commitment to total client satisfaction, she prides herself in being a great listener and educates her guests on how to do their hair at home, to ensure they’re pleased with their final look. Haircuts start at $60, color starts at $65.
	Jake Stancato Hair Designer, Highland Park With years of salon experience, Jake is not only an expert stylist, but an expert at working with people. “My desire is to make people happy – it’s what makes my job so rewarding. I’ll go that extra mile for someone to make their day,” he said. The Kenosha, Wisconsin native studied at Vici, an Aveda Institute, in Milwaukee. He keeps an eye on fashion and has proudly participated in Highland Park's fashion week for the past three years. Haircuts start at $60, color starts at $65.
	Carrie Sona Hair Designer, Highland Park Carrie is a graduate of the Aveda Institute in Chicago and sped through the Gordon training in eight months. With more than four years of experience, the Libertyville native is passionate about doing color. Also an expert in special occasion hair and up-do’s, Carrie has been an integral part of many brides’ big day. She uses her communication skills to understand her clients and determine a look. “I love making people feel better about themselves – and getting to have ‘girl talk’ all day!” Haircuts start at $50, color starts at $65.
	Adaku Zerhouni Hair Designer, Highland Park Adaku loves highlighting hair with natural tones and polishes clients with smart, fashionable cuts. "The styles and cuts that I provide will focus on who you are and what you want to project to the world". Believing in the importance of balance, especially in how it relates to hair styles and hair color, is one of the ways Adaku embodies the Aveda philosophy in her own work. "One can't exist without the other," she explains. Working professionally in the salon field for more than four years, she is the granddaughter of a hairstylist. Adaku's welcoming personality will put you at ease as she works to find the ideal hair design to match your lifestyle, your ability in styling your own hair, and how much time you want to spend doing it. Adaku has earned additional certifications in Men's Hair Design, Relaxer/ Straightening Techniques, Aveda Full Spectrum Hair Color and loves working with Curly hair textures. The Ann Arbor, Michigan native focuses on educating her clients, because she believes that, "Loving your hair starts with learning how to care for it." Adaku also enjoys doing Makeup and hair for fashion shows; and has participated in Gordon Salon's "Makeover a Mom" photoshoot and "Fashion Week" in Chicago and Highland Park. Haircuts start at $50, color starts at $65.
	Kelsey Garcia Hair Designer, Highland Park Attended Aveda Institute Chicago, excellent at foiling and using Aveda haircolor. Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55
	Lauren Worth Hair Designer, Highland Park & Ravinia Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55

Lakeview Designers

	CJ Dougherty Hair Designer, Lakeview A born stylist, CJ breezed through Gordon’s advanced training program straight out of Arlington Academy cosmetology school. The Palatine native has also taken classes at the Aveda Institute in Chicago and Minneapolis and received a training scholarship to study at Vidal Sassoon in London. As an Aveda haircutting coach and a member of Gordon Salon’s education team, she has turned her focus on education to help others. Haircuts start at $55, color starts at $65.
	Eric Pfleider Hair Designer, Lakeview Eric Pfleider, an Indianapolis native, trained at Honors Beauty College there. He’s also taken classes eith Lupe Voss and Charlie Price of Shear Genius fame. As a 10-year veteran in the beauty industry, he’s an Aveda Certified Hair Color Trainer, a Gordon Salon hair color coach and loves being creative with hair color. A believer that “learning never ends,” Eric enjoys expanding his working knowledge of Aveda’s hair color. He’s worked with celebrities including Catt Sadler from The Daily 10 on E! and Sara Snow from Discover Health Network. Haircuts start at $55, color starts at $65.
	Gina McKane Hair Designer, Lakeview Originally from New Jersey, Gina studied at the Rizzieri Aveda School in Marlton, New Jersey and received additional training from Graham Webb, Vidal Sassoon and Sebastian. With more than nine years of experience, Gina has worked in salons in New Jersey and Washington DC before landing at Gordon Salon four years ago. She especially loves doing haircuts and highlights. Gina is dedicated to making sure her clients have a relaxing experience and feel beautiful. Haircuts start at $50, color starts at $65.
	Melissa Nicholson Hair Designer, Lakeview With more than six years of experience, Melissa loves when her clients say that they love their hair and feel good about themselves. Passionate about doing color, the El Paso native has been one of Gordon Salon’s color coaches for the past four years. From color correction to highlights to brunettes to reds, she loves it all. “Especially reds, since I’m a redhead myself,” she said. She also specializes in working with fine hair. Melissa attended the Aveda Institute of Chicago, has taken curly hair cutting classes and has a certificate in hair extensions. To ensure her clients get the look they want, she listens carefully and does a thorough consultation. “I do the consultation that I’d want someone to give me,” she explained. She also does hair and makeup – both everyday looks and avant-garde – for photo shoots, model portfolios, bands and magazines. Haircuts start at $50, color starts at $65.
	Amanda Caplan Hair Designer, Lakeview “Being able to make someone feel good about themselves and seeing their smiles after you've finished their hair,” is what drives Amanda. With finely honed listening skills, she carefully pays attention to what each client wants and needs in a hairstyle. She then combines that with her ability to look at each person and determine the cut and color that looks best on them. The result is a very satisfied clientele. Originally from a suburb of Detroit, she trained at the Aveda Institute of Chicago and then moved onto Gordon Salon. Amanda is especially passionate about providing color services, especially blonde highlights. Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $60.
	Danny Seyller Hair Designer, Ravinia & Lakeview Danny came to Chicago from Phoenix, AZ where he attended cosmetology school. Incredible at creative hair color, Danny is great at covering grey and creating vibrant lustrous hair, he also does alternative cuts and color. Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55.
	Alex Wilkerson Hair Designer, Lakeview Hailing from Charlotte, SC, Alex has made Chicago her new home. Alex's many years of experience working with Aveda makes her an awesome colorist and cutter. Her great sense of style translates into her work. Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55.
	Molly Johnstone Hair Designer, Lakeview Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55
	Tina Hethcoat Hair Designer, Lakeview Haircuts start at $47, color starts at $65

Ravinia Designers

	Dawn Karner Hair Designer, Ravinia & Lakeview Manger of Gordon in Ravinia, Dawn has been a board certified hair colorist since 2004. Haircuts start at $50, color starts at $65.
	Holly Gronemeyer Hair Designer, Ravinia & Highland Park Holly is an amazing stylist and make-up artist. Her abilities have made her a sought after photo stylist. Being in the beauty industry for many years Holly is great if you are looking for long hair styles or highlights. Her many credentials include Aveda advanced classes and Sassoon training. Haircuts start at $45, color starts at $65.
	Lissa Simbrowsky Hair Designer, Ravinia Lissa is alternative and infectious. After years of experience in the beauty industry and a beauty license from the infamous Pivot Point school in Huntsville, AL. Lissa can take care of your locks in a fun and exciting way. Haircuts start at $40, color starts at $55.