ADINA DOSS @mastery_a.d

ADINA DOSS
For over 22 years, Adina Doss has partnered with REDKEN 5th Avenue as a Redken Artist and a dedicated purveyor of the art of design and finish. Her many years have provided her the opportunity to transform and to be transformed. Adina has found herself grateful to be able to share her knowledge on multiple stages in over 10 different countries and hundreds of salons in the US market.

Internationally she was able to expand the launch of Finish Certification. What Adina loves most, is the opportunity to grab the hearts and minds of a new stylist and to share with them their individual potential.

Outside of the classroom, Adina has been featured in top magazines, worked closely with some of the best in the industry creating the latest trends on high fashion runways and has been lucky enough to travel internationally to do hair for the bride to be. This array of skillsets will allow her to share the latest trends and proper placement of each collection.

“Only when one truly understands their craft can the creative mind be liberated.” .

ADRIENNE DARA @adriennedara

ADRIENNE DARA
A native of Philadelphia, PA, Adrienne is the owner of Adrienne Dara Hair Salon, an educator and a business coach.

She is passionate about teaching stylists, with two online education platforms; The Lightening Library and The Lightening Library Lab, created to help commission stylists, suite owners, booth renters and salon owners with both the business and creative side of the industry.

Additionally she teaches in-person classes around the country through her ADH Education division.

Adrienne's mission is to help stylists learn to run their business with clarity and to gain confidence behind the chair.

BRAYDEN PELLETIER @justbhair

BRAYDEN PELLETIER
As creator and founder of just b. hair SALON, Brayden has been in the hair industry since he was 16 years old. He was an educational & artistic director for a local salon before opening Just B Hair Salon. His approach to hair is mastering the “Why” behind what you are doing, unlocking endless creativity & empowering consistency.

As an International Redken Artist & Educator he uses this knowledge to give each client a custom look & feel based on their needs. He facilitates at salons around the world and the Redken Exchange in New York City & teaches at various hair shows including the main stage at Redken Symposium 2013 and 2015 & Euro Symposium 2016.

His love for session work has given him the privilege of working the MTV VMA’s & seven seasons at NYC Fashion Week working with Marc Jacobs & Diesel to name a few.

GEORGE GARCIA @georgegarciaredken

GEORGE GARCIA
With his mixture of creativity, technical skill & 20 years of extensive color & product knowledge, George Garcia is one of Redken’s most sought after artists. His work can be seen in both national & international publications such as Hairdresser Journal, Modern Salon & American Salon. George was also voted one of the top ten colorists in the United States by Celebrity Styles 101 Magazine. He has played an intricate part in many of Redken’s major projects including The Amazing Color DVD, International Symposium & represented the US in Redken’s first ever International collection, Redken Creates.

His eye for fashion & amazing finishing skills have earned him a frequent spot in New York and Los Angeles’ Fashion Week for designer lines such as Betsey Johnson, Marc by Marc Jacobs & Cynthia Rowley. George has touched the lives of many salon professionals with his cutting edge approach to hair color. His passion & love for the industry & hairdressers worldwide, is what sets him apart from any other educator.

HUGO URIAS @hughshoot

HUGO URIAS
Motivated by the desire to become great in hairdressing, Hugo has dedicated himself to education.

Hugo has represented the REDKEN brand for 20 years. He has had the privilege to travel the world sharing his passion with other salon professionals.

Hugo believes that no matter our experience, we can always learn something new and how to adapt to our ever-changing industry.

Learner focused sessions with Hugo will equip hairdressers with relevant, insightful, and useable techniques.

Hugo believes that learning attached with emotion and fun changes lives.

JAMAL EDMONDS @lamajbackwards

JAMAL EDMONDS
Educator, Texture Expert and colorist, Jamal Edmonds has consistently created a buzz in the hair industry for more than two decades.

The 2018, 2020 and 2022 North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) finalist/winner and 2018 ABS Global Image award-winning stylist is the owner and creative director of the flagship Mizani salon, Lamaj in the City, located in Washington, D.C. Jamal’s skillful hands continue to make a statement in the industry in the form of education, glamour, media, commercial print, and runway.

He’s a Mizani educator and also, a Redken and SalonCentric Ambassador specializing in textured hair. He also teaches specialized advanced theory classes as well as performing tradeshow and special product presentations for salon professionals.

JAMIE DI GRAZIA @jamiedigrazia

JAMIE DIGRAZIA
NAHA award winner
Redken artist
Logan Parlor salon owner
Consultant for Hair Has No Gender @hair_has_no_gender — creating inclusive salon experiences through non gendered practices like gender-free pricing and gender-affirming consultations.
Areas of Expertise: Short shapes, barber-inspired cuts, color blocking, gender affirming care, all hair types and curl patterns. Editorial photo shoots.
"There is no limit to the creative and financial freedom we can have in this industry. The same goes for the amount we can learn and grow. Ongoing education is the key to success in this business."

JOHNNY STELLATO @johnnyjustbe

JOHNNY STELLATO
I AM A … SERVANT LEADER, PASSIONATE AND MOTIVATED

MY SPECIALTIES IN THE SALON INCLUDE: - I SPECIALIZE IN PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TEAM BUILDING.

LEYSA CARRILLO @leysahairandmakeup

LEYSA CARRILLO
Originally from Cuba, Leysa Carrillo is a vibrant color & texture expert with over 12 years of experience. She is a an industry leader for her color transformations on textured hair & continues to pave the way with her artistic flair & creative techniques. As the founder of Forever Curls education & the Global Humanitarian Tour, Leysa is passionate about taking education to the next level in areas such as hair care, trending styles & the curl movement.

She is a respected educator & panelist at some of the most influential industry events & shows. Leysa has curated a strong social media presence & uses her platform to fuse creativity with technique & inspire others through education.

Leysa was nominated for the American Influencer Award in 2019 & 2017 & in 2017 was named Modern Salon’s Top 100. Leysa was also the first female to win two Behind The Chair #OneShot awards in one night!

LINDSEY OLSON @lindseymarieolson

LINDSEY OLSON
Lindsey Olson is in pursuit to continue the influence that Redken education has impacted her life. The result of such inspiration is the role of a Redken Artist. As a colorist & designer from behind the chair, Lindsey shares a common ground for which she brings her ability to excite, relate & inspire her peers.

Creative color, styling, product knowledge, & promotional planning can all be expected from Lindsey. As a Redken Certified Colorist & Redken Certified Designer, Lindsey is driven with enthusiasm. She has been a part of New York City Fashion Night Out with Guido, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for Cynthia Rowley, and Adam. She has been support for Premiere Encounter, Redken Symposium, Expressions, and Sensations.

Energy is the essence of life. With such compelling emotion, Lindsey’s focus is to do the same & more for others.

LORI ZABEL @lorizabel

LORI ZABEL
Lori has been a hairdresser for more than half of her life and has been working with Redken products for so long now the only product that was created before she joined is Shades EQ Gloss and she has been part of many Redken product launches, particularly color.

You may have seen her on a Redken Symposium stage, or at an Exchange class over the years. She also has been featured in many training videos from Principles of Haircolor, Balayage, and Creative Color to product knowledge. Lori has worked overseas on international stages in London, Norway, Germany, Spain, Italy, Australia, and New Zealand to name a few.

She works behind the chair at Dop Dop Salon in NYC, as Creative Director, and prides herself on creating unique wearable looks on her clients. “You have to practice and create the looks you are going to teach in a class or on stage, clients are the best place to do that”. Lori has been a finalist and winner of several North American Hairstylist Awards. Haircolorist of the Year, Haircutter of the Year (yes, she cuts hair too!) and People’s Choice Award, and she’s not done yet!

MANDA ZIEGELMAN @mandaziegelman

MANDA ZIEGELMAN
What do you want to discover, explore, and cultivate?
Manda is an artist that encourages folks to expand and see things differently. They love to learn, share, express, & grow with other hairdressers open to evolving through the creative process.

With 17 years of diverse industry experience, Manda can create it all! Their outlet beyond hair reveals them as a vegan world traveler existing in queer & alternative communities- expressing through ceramics, collaging, playing in punk bands, and writing poetry. Manda is an artist through and through.

Manda is an influencer for trending looks, and fearless in their approach with destination clients in Seattle and Portland. They frequent trade shows with industry icons, color hair for global campaign photoshoots, and have created looks for top designers at LA Fashion Week and beyond. Manda is a Sam Villa Ambassador teaching digitally, and a requested artist customizing hands on workshops to salons across the country.

Manda’s open minded and compassionate, all-inclusive approach will motivate you to discover and nourish what sets your heart on fire.

MAX GOURGUES @maxgourgues

MAX GOURGUES
Celebrity-stylist, and master colorist Max Gourgues is a rule breaker, and trend setter to tens of thousands of stylists on Instagram. His content consisting of dreamy transformations and passion for his work radiate. Max is an inspiring source of trends and looks that stand out from the crowd, and loves to share what he has learned with others. Consumers look to him for today's and tomorrow's styles and jaw dropping haircolor he creates from his namesake salon in Montreal.
As a salon owner and Redken Brand Ambassador Max showcases transformations that are sought after, and loves to share his techniques with stylists through Redken education across Canada.

MICHELLE MARSHALL @michelle_marshall

MICHELLE MARSHALL
With over 25 years experience as a Salon Professional, 15 years as a salon owner and over 10 years as part of the Redken artist network. Michelle believes that education is the key to growing your business whether you are an individual stylist or a salon owner working with teams. ​

In 2018, Michelle joined the facilitation team at the Redken Exchange in NYC for Now Trending Haircolor, Game Of Blondes and Color Mastery, which explores different ways to use Redken’s full color portfolio, producing endless effects and reflects, including developing coloring techniques that can be used on all salon guests.

Michelle’s goal is to inspire and connect with attendees, empowering them to want to be the best they can be and sharing her love for this profession. She inspires salon professionals to adapt and move their business forward in this ever changing landscape.

NATALIE RUZGIS @natalieruzgis

NATALIE RUZGIS
As co-founder of Thrive Hair Collective, natural ability married with 15+ years of experience propelled Natalie Ruzgis to become one of Chicago’s most in-demand stylists for dimensional blonding, high-contrast brunettes, bridal styling, hair extensions, grooming & everything in between.

Her wide skill set & depth of expertise as a master stylist, colorist, hair cutter & extensionist, Natalie’s end goal is to enhance her clients’ natural beauty & help them achieve their hair goals. Natalie masterfully uses color placement to enhance her clients’ features. Although well-known for her balayage & blonding, Natalie loves to enrich brunettes with sun-kissed dimension.

Even with major career highlights including crafting high-fashion hair looks backstage at New York Fashion Week & being named a MODERN SALON 100 game-changing stylist, her proudest achievement is co-founding Thrive Hair Collective & creating a culture that fosters authenticity, creativity & collaboration.

PHILIP FORESTO @philipforesto

PHILIP FORESTO
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Philip Foresto didn’t grow up aspiring to work in the hair industry. In fact, he remembers his mother cutting his hair from the kitchen of their home. In 2009, he left his hometown for New Orleans, LA, where he would meet his now father-in-law, a hairstylist of over thirty years. He allowed Foresto to work in his salon sweeping floors & answering phones, & after this introduction to the world of professional hair, Foresto was hooked.

From there, Foresto says he made it his life’s mission to become the best hairstylist he could be. Foresto started his apprenticeship in January 2009, took his first official client in 2012, & opened his own salon in 2017.

Of his successful trajectory in the industry & his new role with Redken, Foresto says, "It’s everything I’ve dreamed of & more, having the opportunity to work with incredible brands & now a company like Redken. I have used Shades EQ over the course of my entire career & couldn’t perform the work I do without it. I always say "You are only as good as your tools’ & that’s why I trust Redken".

RACHEL REDD @rachel_redd

RACHEL REDD
Professional hair colorist Rachel Redd has over a decade of experience in the beauty industry & is based in Atlanta, GA. Growing up in Marietta, GA, Rachel’s love for the visual arts inspired her to embark on a career as a professional hair colorist. Rachel opened Rachel Redd Color Studio Salon in 2015 & sees clients who travel from near and far, for her signature techniques & healthy, flawless hair color creations on a multitude of textures.

Rachel's inspiration comes from the women she meets daily & their unique vibrancy, culture and lifestyle.
In 2018, Rachel established her independent education program to fill a gap in the industry for professional hair color education for higher hair textures. Through her workshops, Rachel helps beauty professionals learn & build confidence working with texture, while mastering the latest hair color trends & maintaining the health of the hair. Rachel believes that the same energy you put into your business, is the same energy you must put into the ones you love & is a devoted wife and mother.

SARA BOTSFORD @sarabotsfordhair

SARA BOTSFORD
Sara Botsford is a Denver-based hairstylist with an impressive 15-year track record in the industry. Renowned for her expertise in lived-in color techniques, particularly on brondes and brunettes, Sara has established herself as a true leader in the field.

As a testament to her exceptional skills, Sara proudly announces her recent addition the Redken Ambassador team. Her passion and dedication have not gone unnoticed, with numerous award nominations to her name, including two top 5 nominations from the prestigious OneShot Hair Awards.

With a career defined by creativity and a commitment to her craft, Sara is also known for her generosity in sharing her experiences and knowledge with fellow stylists. She is a mentor and a source of inspiration within the industry, continually pushing for innovation and excellence in the hair community.

SAM VILLA @samvilla

SAM VILLA
Sam Villa is changing the industry, one hairdresser at a time. Whether teaching face-to-face in small hands-on classes, on main stage, or reaching his millions of social media followers, Sam changes people.

He is a true leader that brings out the best in others. As the 2021 NAHA Educator of the Year, Hair Awards USA Hall of Fame Inductee and 2017 NAHA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner, he is known for doing things differently to challenge, inspire and motivate change. His encouragement to stylists is unrivaled, as he genuinely wants each one of them to reach deep to identify how they can make a change to promote their own growth.

Sam’s talents stretch far beyond his brilliant cutting and finishing skills; he has a plethora of business skills that enliven stylists to think about how they speak to their guests to add value behind the chair.

SEAN GODARD @seangodard

SEAN GODARD
Based out of Brooklyn, NY, Sean is one of the top colorists in the Redken network with over 15 years with the brand.

He is a three-time NAHA nominee, and is the winner of the 2019 salon team of the year.

Sean’s work has appeared in industry magazines like Salon and Canadian Hairdresser, and in editorial spreads for popular fashion/lifestyle magazines such as Flare and Kenton. His work has also been seen in ad campaigns, make-over segments on various TV programs including the MTV Video Music Awards, backstage at fashion week and on Redken Stages across the world.

Sean is a "Redken Certified" colorist, if he’s not on set for session work; he spends his time working with top artists at Redken events around the world. At these events he inspires and educates stylists to earn better, learn better and live better.

SHERI DOSS @sheridoss_redken

SHERI DOSS
Sheri began her introduction to the beauty industry as a young girl, daughter to a salon owner and manicurist. She spent many days in the salon, observing the workings of the salon team and watching the struggles her mother had as a salon owner.

Sheri became a stylist as a way to earn a living and put herself through college. That was until the day she met Redken. Sheri attended her first Redken Training 30 years ago and was so “taken home” that she joined the Redken team as an educator. Over the last 30 years, Sheri has dedicated her life to helping all salon professionals to live their very best life by connecting others to the connections that matter through live education, inspiration and events.

TRACEY CUNNINGHAM @traceycunningham

TRACEY CUNNINGHAM
Cunningham’s clients are among the most sought after women of stage & screen – from JLo to Drew Barrymore, Charlize Theron to Toni Collette, Jennifer Garner to Jessica Biel, just to name a few.

She has been at the forefront of competitive hair for over two decades, nurturing & perfecting her talent at some of the most prestigious salons in Los Angeles, until she opened her own salon, Mèche, with co-owner Neil Weisberg, in 2012. Her work has graced the covers of magazines such as Marie Claire, W, Instyle & Allure.

Cunningham lends her distinguished skills as a Redken Creative Consultant for Color, sharing her experiences, knowledge & world travels with all of you.

Her mantra remains unchanged; “Color should be natural & reflect the hair one had in their youth”. A “less is more” approach to style, hair & how she works with each individual is her tried & tested winning way.

TWYLLA JANE @twyllajane

TWYLLA JANE
A great educator never stops learning. Grounded in the timeless fundamentals of her craft, Twylla is constantly growing her skill set to include the newest, most relevant techniques.

Twylla is a highly-sought stylist, respected mentor, and successful salon owner with experience and insights to help hairdressers reach their full potential behind the chair. Her passion for her art is infectious, leaving every student with a renewed excitement about creating looks their clients love. Twylla’s passion, professionalism, knowledge, and approachability make her an educator for all.

From up-and-coming stylists to seasoned veterans, every student can benefit from her business know-how, energy, artistry, and on-trend techniques.