Advanced Training Salon

Christophe began working in salons in Paris when he was 14. After honing his skills with Jean Louis David and Jacques Dessange in Paris, he came to New York City in 1991. Christophe was recruited by Gene himself, to come to Washington State, and become a teacher. He loves being able to continuously improve the technique and quality of the hair design at Gene Juarez. The journey of a growing company is what he loves the most about working here. Christophe believes that having a positive attitude, good image, and a good technique is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas. Christophe received the Gene Juarez Award in 2005.

Roxanne attended Renon’s Beauty school in Lake City as well as the Advanced Training Salon, and then worked at the downtown salon when it was located in Nordstrom. After ten years of working full time in the salon, Roxanne started at the Advanced Training Salon, and has been teaching there for 14 years. She has been a Team Artistic member for 6 years and has been involved in a wide range of activities, including photo shoots and model calls. She has also traveled to Japan, Atlanta, Florida, Puerto Rico, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York and has been able to work with notable editorial hairdressers such as Howard McLaren, Luigi Murenu, Jimmy Paul, Laurent Philipon, and Chris Laurent D.

Susie has taught at the Advanced Training Salon and the Gene Juarez Academy since 1994. She currently works one day a week at the Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa. Susie wanted to be a teacher because learning was never easy for her. She felt that she could motivate and give hope to the learner while bringing out the best in each individual artist. Susie thinks the best part about working here is the opportunity to constantly learn, grow and evolve as an artist and an individual. She believes that dedication, a positive and consistent attitude, and an image that is appropriate for your style and age is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Missy began working at the Advanced Training Salon in 2000, and has worked at the Southcenter, South Hill, and Downtown Seattle salons & spas. Her awards include Excellence in Education, Employee of the Year, and the Gene Juarez Award. In 2007, she was recognized by Bumble and bumble as a national Hair Hero and traveled to New York. Missy also traveld to Japan for Intercoiffure. Missy feels the best part of her job is that she is able to affect others in a positive way every day, and that every day is a new challenge. A passion for the craft, and the ability to push further and look to the horizon is what Missy believes artists need to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Sonja began working at the Advanced Training Salon since 2001, and has worked at the Gene Juarez Academy, the Northgate Salon & Spa, and currently one day a week at the University Village Salon & Spa. Sonja received the Excellence in Education award. For Sonja, people are her primary source of inspiration. She wanted to be a teacher because she sought to learn and grow herself. She loves the interaction with new artists whose creativity is fresh and whose passion is contagious. Sonja believes passion, open mindedness, and stamina is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas

Charlie is a design educator and a member of Team Artistic. He has worked at Southcenter Salon & Spa, and currently as a designer at Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa. He is a representative of Intercoiffure North America, and as part of its International Fashion board for Fondation Guillaume, Charlie travels from Tokyo to Paris and throughout the United States to help unify young, emerging artists worldwide. Charlie enjoys teaching because he is able to give back what he’s learned. He feels the best part of his job is that there is the opportunity for creative outlets. Discipline, patience, and trust are what Charlie thinks artists need to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Miguel has worked at Southcenter Salon & Spa, and currently works at the Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa one day a week. Miguel is the Gene Juarez Salons & Spas in-house photographer who works with the artists on a variety of projects. He enjoys photography because it alters the way people think, and often changes their perspective. Miguel enjoys being a teacher because he is always learning as well. The best part of working for Gene Juarez is being able to work along side an incredible group of artists. Miguel believes that a good look, positive attitude, and technical skills are what it takes to be successful with Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Grace has been teaching since 2003. She has worked at the Bellevue location and she currently works one day a week at the Northgate Salon & Spa. Grace has traveled to New York and Las Vegas with the company and as a teacher with the Advanced Training Salon continues to be inpsired through her work with students. Grace believes that a good attitude, good image, and the drive to continue learning everyday is what it takes to be successful with Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Jessica has been teaching at the Advanced Training Salon since January 2007. In addition, she is a product educator for the company and works part-time at the Redmond Salon & Spa. Jessica received the Gene Juarez award and Employee of the Year for the Redmond Salon & Spa. She keeps her inspiration alive by regularly attending the continuing education classes and the company events. Jessica loves that she is able to share what she knows and help new artists grow. She believes that having the desire to care for your guest every day, being accountable and being open to new ideas are what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Tracy has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since January 2007. She has worked at the Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa, and currently works one day per week at the Redmond Salon & Spa.  Tracy is constantly motivated and inspired by her peers who truly uphold a high standard. She enjoys being a teacher because she wants to give back and share her knowledge and experience with the students. Tracy thinks the best thing about working here is the amazing people you get to work with, the wealth of talent, and the amazing guests. She believes a passion for the artistry of hairdressing, a commitment to people and continuing to learn is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Yoon has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2008. He started as a dispenser at the Tacoma Salon & Spa, attended the Gene Juarez Academy, worked at Marcos, and then came to the Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa. Yoon loves being a teacher because he wants to be able to share his knowledge and inspire others. For Yoon, the best part about working here is being with his colleagues; people who understand the philosophy and culture. Passion, courage to face failure, and strength to persevere is what Yoon believes it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Adrienne has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since October 2006, and currently works at the Tacoma Salon & Spa. Adrienne has also been a product educator, a role that she has the opportunity to teach new artists how to be well rounded with knowledge, etiquette, fashion, and attention to detail. She loves the endless opportunities, the ability to give back to the community, and the fact that she receives continued education, and the ability to attend special events like Bumble and Bumble. Adrienne believes that in order to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, you need to be open to change, know what your goals are, and always stay friendly, polite, courteous and helpful.

Arlene has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2004, currently works one day per week at the Southcenter Salon & Spa. Arlene stays current by reading magazines, has fun with fashion and hair, and stays humble and honest with her work so that she can learn more. She loves working for Gene Juarez because it’s a great company to grow with and offers different avenues for your best qualities and talents. Arlene believes that a positive attitude, love of people, and being open to new things is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Danielle has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2003, and currently works at the Southcenter Salon & Spa three days per week. She travels to the salons to teach balayage to the colorists. Danielle enjoys the Advanced Training Salon because everyone is so passionate about their work and she loves being a part of that. The best part of working for Gene Juarez is being able to come to work everyday and do what she loves. She gets to be creative and make people feel good about how they look at the same time. As a teacher, it's rewarding to see a student grow and accomplish something they’ve been working towards. Danielle believes that being personable, professional and working hard is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Leslie has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2005, has worked at Northgate Salon & Spa, and currently works one day per week at Alderwood Salon & Spa. Leslie's love of teaching came from her own experience at the Advanced Training Salon, an now she wants to extend that to others. She loves that she gets to come to work everyday and work with people who are amazingly talented and share a similar passion. In order to be successful with Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, Leslie believes you need patience, enthusiasm, and respect.

Meg has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2007, and currently works one day per week at Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa. She stays current through reading magazines, going to style.com, and paying attention to the fashion industry. Meg is always watching what is going on around her and draws inspiration from her students and colleagues. Meg loves being a teacher because she wants to help inspire others. She loves working here becuase she knows she can be creativity, continue her education, stay inspired, and work with great people. To succeed at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, Meg believes it takes a commitment to excellent guest service, a willingness to grow, and an eye for beauty.

Stephanie has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 2001, and currently works at the University Village Salon & Spa 4 days per week. For Stephanie, she enjoy staying current via fashion, magazines, and through traveling and seeing different areas the world. She loves being a teacher because you get to watch people grow, and it’s exciting to be a part of it. The best thing about working here is the ongoing education. Stephanie believes a good attitude, good listening skills, and great customer service is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Beverly has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since 1998, and also at the Gene Juarez Academy. Beverly's awards include Most Inspirational and the SOAR Leadership Award. She loves helping people change their lives and grow through education. Beverly is always inspired by what we can offer at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, so that her efforts, energy and passion are reciprocal. She believes that an attitude that shows passion and energy, as well as a good image and skill is what it takes to be successful at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Bobbie has worked at the Advanced Training Salon since March 2007. She started with Gene Juarez Salons & Spas since 1991, at the front desk, and then moved into skin care at the Northgate Salon & Spa. She believes it is the esthetician's responsibility to stay current on the latest and greatest treatments so that they can always answer questions from guests. Being the She feels that being in the spa industry for 16 years has given Bobbie wonderful experiences that she now feels fortunate to share with her students. She believes that if you understand good customer service, and continuously improve your knowledge, you will succeed at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas.

Frieda started at the Advanced Training Salon in December 2006, worked also worked at the Downtown Seattle Salon & Spa. She stays active in her field by participating in a variety of continuing education courses focusing on specialties like maternity and ayurvedic therapies. Frieda sees teaching as an opportunity to enhance her personal growth, while also helping new therapists develop their skills. She enjoys the positive family network of employees that she encounters on a daily basis. Frieda believes that in order to be a successful therapist at Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, one must possess professional and personal integrity, a positive attitude, and a compassionate heart.

Before joining the Gene Juarez Makeup Team 8 years ago, Barb worked as a Hairdresser and Makeup Artist in Hawaii. Her creative/artistic background is very well rounded, with experience not only in color and design but also in performing arts. She has been the recipient of the Gene Juarez Makeup Department’s most prestigious artistic awards: Rising Artistic Star and the Exceptional Makeup Artistry Award. Barb has extensive skills in Color Theory, Artistic Design, Fashion, Bridal and Spa Makeup Application. In addition to special events and fashion shows, Barb has done makeup for over 1500 brides and is in expert in bridal and special occasion makeup and custom blending makeup. She is currently the Makeup Manager of the Tacoma Salon & Spa as well as the Gene Juarez Salons & Spas Makeup Department Educator. In terms of succeeding as a Makeup Artist, Barb says it all comes down to having an open mind and a welcoming spirit.