Our Team

Matthew Fairfax — Principal (since 1999)

If it’s not fun, don’t do it. That’s my motto and I’m having the time of my life!

Ashlyn Elter — Stylist (since 2003)

Hairdressing allows me to connect with people. I love making the world a more stylish place.

Mandy Hampton — Stylist (since 2003)

I chose hairstyling as my career because it is creative. I love being challenged and most enjoy color work.

Ross Hampton — Stylist (since 2002)

Upon entering cosmetology school, I had no idea what to expect. The result was that I found my life’s path.

Kristina Wood — Stylist / Recruiting Coordinator (since 2001)

I value the connection with my coworkers and clients that have developed through the years. I love being given the trust to express my creativity.

Keri Huse — Stylist / Operations Coordinator (since 1997)

What I love most about James Alan Salon is the people. We have an awesome team and a wonderful clientele. I feel so lucky to call this place my home!

Lori Appleton–Moore — Stylist / Retail Coordinator (since 1989)

Family, friends, and honesty are what I value most. “Once you become real, you can’t become unreal. It lasts forever!” – Margery Williams, ‘The Velveteen Rabbit’

Heather Shea — Stylist (since 1999)

I always knew that I would do hair, even as a child. I love to change someone else’s look and lift their spirits. It is my life’s passion.

Kimberly Smith — Salon Manager (since 2002)

I feel so blessed to be able to stay at the salon and shift my focus over to another dimension of the business. I like working behind the scenes and I love working with this team!

April Mattson — Stylist (since 1988)

Love what I do! I’ve been a hair dresser since 1980! Being able to be creative and make a difference in my customers’ lives is awesome. James Alan Salon has given me the platform to do this! I feel so blessed!

Lauren Ebright — Stylist (since 2007)

I love to do hair because it enables me to touch others in my community and with the James Alan Salon Foundation I can expand that effort worldwide.

Kasey Brien — Stylist (since 2002)

Working at James Alan Salon gives me the chance to showcase my excellent customer service skills and my fabulous collection of footwear.

Matty Rosario — Stylist (since 2009)

When you look good, you feel good, and I want to make you feel good.

Maren Rosario — Stylist / Make-Up Artist (since 2008)

I always knew I wanted to do hair and make-up as a way to express my creativity. It also allows me to make a positive impact on someone’s day.

Melissa — Receptionist (since 2005)

Working at James Alan Salon has given me the opportunity to interact with the community and make many lasting relationships.

Angela Knapp — Stylist (since 2006)

Being a cosmetologist is more than just doing hair. For me it’s about having fun, touching lives, and making a difference.

Edward J. Leman — Esthetician / Make-Up Artist (since 2008)

The thing I love the most about my career is being creative at treatments that are soothing, relaxing, and effective. I also enjoy expressing my artistic passion through make-up application and instruction.

Sophia — Receptionist (since 2007)

I enjoy working here because of the great clientele and as a bonus I get to see the latest and greatest in hair and make-up trends.

Zachary Harrison — Stylist (since 2010)

I am so blessed to have a career that allows me to make people feel great while expressing my creativity, talent, and passion. I wouldn’t trade it for the world.

Jeremy — Salon Support Team (since 2004)

I love helping my team at James Alan Salon and love my job.

Tara Conyers — Stylist / Make-Up Artist (since 2010)

I am grateful to have such an amazing career of helping people feel and look as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside!

Celie Howell — Receptionist (since 2010)

I enjoy being a part of someone’s day – whether it’s for seconds or hours. I work with some of the most amazing people, and I want the relationships that I have created at work to influence the clientele. I look forward to making others feel like they belong in the James Alan family too!

Amy Smith — Stylist (since 2011)

I love my job. I get to hang out with awesome teammates, while helping clients feel great about themselves.