Kathy Berry:
I graduated in 2003 from DCCC. I strive to provide guests with the most
accurate and helpful information by offering relaxing facials catered to
your individual skin care needs. My favorite part of facials is the
massage and my waxing motto is “if you can grow it, I can wax it.” When
not at work, I enjoy any outdoor activity, spending time with my
husband, and playing with my puppy Piddles.
Ally Volpe:
I am very passionate about being a stylist. I’ve been in the industry for going
on 10 years, all of which have been with Aveda. I love working with a company
that is so driven to care for the world we live in. I do both color and cutting
but specialize in color. Through my career with Aveda I have become a hair color
professional and travel the U.S to teach Advanced Academy color classes to
artists already in the field. I am also Utopia’s Artistic Director and head up
all of our training and advanced education. I work with a phenomenally talented
team and look forward to meeting you and making you look and feel your most
beautiful you!
Amanda Goodin:
My passion as a hairdresser is to make everyone look and feel amazing. I am just
as passionate about the Aveda products and try to live up to the Aveda mission
statement. I am a graduate of the Aveda Institute of Charlotte and look forward
to serving each and every one of you.
Dee Grimes:
Trained at the Aveda Institute in Charlotte, I want my clients to have the
ultimate spa experience – to relax and de-stress. I especially enjoy sharing my
knowledge of Aveda products, the effects of those products on various skin
types, and teaching my clients how to properly care for their skin. Outside the
spa, I enjoy family time, especially my nieces and nephews. I like to travel,
read, and watch college pro games. I am also very involved in my church and I
enjoy going on mission trips to help others.
Ashley King:
I have been a licensed esthetician for six years, and a licensed manicurist for
five years. I received my license at Leon’s Cosmetology, and Dudley’s
Cosmetology. I knew right out of high school this is what I wanted to do. It is
my passion, and my guests have told me that I have a very gentle and nurturing
touch. It is my goal to make each guest feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and beautiful
from the inside out.
Debby Light:
A career in hospitality and a passion for change made my decision to become a
hairstylist an easy one. I’m definitely an extravert and being able to listen to
my clients and interpret their wishes has given me a loyal client following.
Coming to Aveda after seven years in this industry provides me with the
opportunity to learn new techniques and refine my existing skills.
Hollie Lowery:
With six years experience in cosmetology, I’ve been working at Utopia for a
little over four and a half years. I specialize in hand and foot care. My goal
with each guest is to make them look and feel their very best. I believe that
everyone has a unique story to tell, deserves to treat themselves, and that we
are to take care of those we love. If you’re looking for someone who will take
their time with you and who will call you by name and not by number, I am here
for you.
Sarah Watson:
The art of hairstyling seems to run in my family and is something I pretty much
knew I wanted to do as a career. I began cosmetology classes at the career
center in high school, and continued at The Fila Academy in High Point, NC. The
space of time in between the two schools was occupied by my getting married and
having a baby girl, who was born April 16, 2008. During my last few months at
the Fila Academy, I found Utopia with the help of their admissions leader, and
began training under Ally Volpe two months before graduation. Color is my true
passion, especially when paired with a great cut. I love seeing the
transformation of a guest and helping people look and feel their best.
Tamara LaMontagne(Stylist)- I am a third generation
hair stylist and I have spent the majority of my life inside salons. I received
my license nearly eight years ago, and have participated in several advanced
training programs, including a brief stint learning specialized cutting
techniques in New York. To me, the most important facet of a hair service is a
mutual understanding between the stylist and guest. I feel that together we can
create something truly beautiful.
Lauren Weaver(Front Desk Coordinator)- I have been
with Aveda for four years and I'm very passionate about their products and what
they stand for. I love ensuring that every person who walks into Utopia leaves
feeling as though they are a member of our family and anticipates their next
visit.
Kate Heriot(Massage Therapist)- I have been
practicing massage therapy since July of 2010 and specialize in Swedish, Deep
Tissue, and Hot Stone Massage. In my spare time I enjoy being active with my
family and competing in local races and triathlons.
Miranda Winters(Stylist)- I have been with Aveda
since February of 2011. I studied Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the school,
Gastonia. I attended UNC Charlotte before deciding my true passion is doing
hair. I love every aspect of my job, especially color, and enjoy spending my
spare time with my two dogs, Buoy & Holly. I look forward to meeting you!
Courtney Bates(Front Desk Coordinator)- I have been
with Aveda for three years and love working with an extremely talented and fun
team. I am very passionate about great customer service, ensuring guests feel
at home the moment they walk in the door, and making sure they leave looking and
feeling their best.
Autumn Pinnix(Massage Therapist)- I am a graduate
of the Living Arts Institute's Massage Therapy program. The most rewarding part
of my career is when a guest tells me that my work has made a difference in
their quality of life. When I'm not at work, I enjoy spending time with my
fiancé and three children and practicing yoga.
Angela Petro(Stylist)- My whole life, I've known
that my personal calling was to become a hairstylist. Having a very outgoing
personality, I have loved forming relationships with my co-workers and guests.
I have worked as a stylist for one year and love the fact that we are always
growing and learning as a company. Prior to my job at Utopia, I worked for the
corporate side of Aveda for five years. I feel privileged to work for such an
amazing brand that gives back to the environment. Styling hair brings joy to my
heart , and I plan on staying in this industry for the rest of my life!
Becky Mariani(Front Desk Coordinator)- I've been
working with Aveda for just a short time, but already I've been inspired to
pursue a career with their company. Working the front desk at Utopia has
prepared me so much for this industry and made me realize how passionate I am
about being a stylist. I look forward to helping each guest with their
appointments and ensuring that they look and feel their best after enjoying
their time here at Utopia.
Glenn Greenstein(Stylist)- My hair artistry has been illuminating
the beauty potential in women for thirty years. My journey in this
industry began in Miami, Florida, and I enjoy showing my creativity
through various coloring techniques. I would love to successfully guide
you through a total makeover on your next excursion to Utopia Salon &
Day Spa.
