Natalie - Employee of the Year!

Karlie - Designer - level 6

Professional Accomplishments:
Design Team for: ABC's "Extreme Makeover"
Designer for: KOCO's Eyewitness News 5
Bumble & Bumble University's
- Design Workshop
Wella Color Institute
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Color Correction
Certified Redken Colorist
Best Dressed of the Year - 2011
Retail Goddess of the Year - 2011
Cottonwood Teammate - 5 years

Owner's Note:
Classy, relaxed and capable. She has a huge following of loyal male clients that worship her cutting-consistency. She's a master at making fine hair look thick and fabulous. Equally impressive is her color knowledge and execution. But my favorite quality.....she's always "on", lovely, kind, and a pleasure to be around every single day.

What is your "AKA" or nickname at work?
Karlie Jean

Define your style?
Simple, but sexy.

Define your career?
REWARDING!

Favorite Product?
Aveda's "VOLUMIZING TONIC"

Favorite "Product Cocktail"?
Bumble's Styling Creme + Thickening Spray + Leave-In + Defrizz = Bomb Blow Out !

Who's your Hair Hero?
Nick Arrojo

Favorite Service?
Pedicures!

Professional "strong suit"?
My listening skills.

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Making people feel great about themselves!

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
The co-designer program & our continuing education. These programs have really built my confidence and technical skills.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Being chosen to attend Bumble and Bumble University.

Biggest "Pet Peeve"?
One-Uppers

Greatest Weakness?
Procrastination

Greatest Fear?
Snakes!

Favorite Movie?
Blue Lagoon

Favorite CD?
Tracy Chapman - "Telling Stories"

Hobbies?
Thrifting & Jogging

Celebrity with the best STYLE?
Jennifer Aniston

COOLEST celeb?
Kris Kristofferson & Reba McEntire

SEXIEST celeb?
Marky Mark & Reba McEntire

If you could live another life, who would you be, or what would you do?
I would be young in the 1950's!

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
"Denial ain't just a river in Egypt!"

What is something people might not know about you?
I tackled the Illinois River....and won!



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Ashley G - Designer - Level 6

Professional Accomplishments:
NYC's Bumble and bumble University (BbU)
- Design Workshop
- Bb Network Educator
Wella Advanced Color & Color Correction
Wella Color Institute - NYC
Wella Advanced Training
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Color Correction
- Trends Advanced Color Training
- Color Training with Nick Arrojo
Certified Redken Colorist
Cottonwood Education Team Instructor
Cottonwood Teammate - 5 years

What's your AKA at work?
A.G. & Slash 12

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
There is no comparison!

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The teamwork.

Most rewarding?
Making people gorgeous!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Blondes & short cuts.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Becoming a Bumble Educator.

Favorite accessory?
Great boots and a good lipgloss!

Favorite PRODUCT you can't function without?
Bumble's "Thickening Hairspray".

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Jack in the Box tacos & the Kardashians.

Greatest Fear?
Slithery snakes!

Obsessed with?
Apple products!

Best Motivator?
My fellow employees.

When I want to stand out I....
wear red lipstick!

I never leave the house without?
Earrings!

Worth the price tag?
MY hair services!

If you could be an animal?
A giraffe.

What makes you laugh?
Me!

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Khloe Kardashian because I adore her. And Jeff Bridges...he's a major babe.

Favorite Band?
Willie Nelson

Best Escape?
Dancing and laughing!

What's IN?
Heavy side-parts and dip dye.

What's OUT?
Short swoopy bangs.

I can't live without....
My iPhone, nail polish and good tunes!







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Meagan - Designer - level 5

Professional Accomplishments:
NYC's Bumble & bumble University (BbU)
- Design Workshop
- Bb Network Educator
Vidal Sassoon Academy - Los Angeles
- Advanced Cutting ABC
Wella Color Institute - NYC
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Color Correction
- Trends Advanced Color Training
- Color Training with Nick Arrojo
Cottonwood Education Team Instructor
Best Dressed of the Year - 2009
Mentor of the Year - 2010
Cottonwood Teammate - 4 years

Owner's Note:
Edgy and sassy....with a little mischievous streak. Funny and comfortable in her own skin. Artistically conscious. A technical rockstar. Constantly aware of current fashion's highest use on every client's age, features, contours and challenges. She's one of my favorite success stories.

What's your AKA at work?
Meggie & Woodstock

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The way we all strive to really give each one of our guests 100%

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
Our education program is by far the best of any salon in the state.

Professional Strong-Suit?
Haircuts....my BOBS!

Proudest Professional Moment?
Becoming a Bumble Network Educator!

Favorite accessory?
Doc Martens, Red Lipstick & Wigs!

Product you can't function without?
Bb's Brilliantine & Thickening Spray.

Who's your Hero?
Vidal Sassoon

Biggest Pet Peeve?
One-Uppers.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Nutella

Best Gift you ever received?
An education at Duncan Brothers from my Grandma.

Greatest Fear?
Knives and fire!

Greatest Weakness?
Puppies and babies.

Greatest Strength?
Being straight forward...no sugar-coating things.

Obsessed with?
Eyebrows!

Best Secret Weapon?
My Razor!

When I want to stand out, I....
I always stand out!

Worth the price tag....
My Marciano black over-the-knee boots.

If I could be an animal, I'd be:
A raven.

What makes you laugh?
Ashley Green!

If you could spend the day with anyone, who would it be?
Donald Trump. He's built an empire for himself!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Scott Disick & Juliette Lewis

SEXIEST celeb?
Jesse James & Kim Kardashian

COOLEST celeb?
Jack White & Kat Von D

Favorite Movie?
Factory Girl

Favorite Band?
Led Zeppelin

Best Escape?
The Colorado mountains.

What's IN?
Fur, velvet and snakeskin.

What's OUT?
Uggs and fake tanning.

I can't live without...
SkinCeuticals "Phloretin CF"!!!

Your strongest belief?
Aliens exist!

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A roadie in the 60's...and travel to outer space!

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
Because if we don't look good, you don't look good. -Vidal Sassoon

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
Im actually a pretty good rapper!


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Kristi - Designer - Level 3

Professional Accomplishments :
NYC's Bumble and bumble University (BbU)
- Design Workshop Graduate
- Bb Styling
- BbU Network Educator
Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist
Cottonwood Education Team Instructor

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
"The 5th Element"

How would you differentiate Cottonwood frm other salons and spas?
The importance placed on continuing education, and the level of professionalism.

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Continually growing and learning new ways to make our salon the best it can be.

Professional Strong-Suit?
Empathy, and I'm a good listener.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Graduating from Bumble's Network Educator Program.

Favorite accessory?
All my watches!

Product I can't function without?
Bb "STYLING CREME" - it brings out the curly in my hair!

Who's your Hero?
Everyone I work with inspires me...so it changes all the time!

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Sloppiness.

Best Gift you ever received?
Independence

Greatest Fear?
Death

Greatest Weakness?
Popcorn & Chocolate

Obsessed with?
Movies

Best Secret Weapon?
My desire to be the best!

The most versatile item I own is:
My skin tone.

If I could be an animal, I'd be:
A bobcat.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
David Bowie & M.I.A.

SEXIEST celeb?
Jeff Goldblum

COOLEST celeb?
Kim Deal

Favorite Band?
The Smiths, The Misfits & The Pixies!

Favorite Artist?
Banksy

What's IN?
Being yourself.

I can't live without?
My family.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
Living in the Victorian era of the 1800's.

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I have a degree i early childhood education.


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Nicki - Designer - level 7

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of:
NYC's Bumble and Bumble University (BbU)
- Design Workshop
- BbU Network Educator
Wella Color Institute - NYC
- Advanced Color
- Advanced Color Correction
- Trends Advanced Color Training
- Color Training with Nick Arrojo
Aveda's "09 Collection"
Cottonwood Education Team Instructor
Retail Goddess of the Year - 2009
Employee of the Year - 2010
Mentor of the Year - 2011
Cottonwood Teammate - 4 years

Owner's Note:
Sunshine with the driest humor. Hilariously no-nonsense. Too cute for words. Technically accomplished, and serious about impeccable service. Warning: You'd better wear sunglasses......she'll absolutely brighten your day.

What's your nickname or AKA at work?
Nick-a-Lic

Favorite Product?
Bumble's Grooming Creme

Who is your Hair Hero?
Luckaz Mazolewski

What is your "Proudest Professional Moment"?
Graduating from NYC's Bumble University Design Workshop.

Biggest "Pet Peeve"?
Mayonnaise

Greatest Fear?
Rodents of any kind.

Greatest Weakness?
My big overly-honest mouth.

Greatest Strength?
Finding humor in all situations.

Define your style?
Under-dressed to impress.

Define your career?
I love that the possibilities are endless !

Professional "strong suit"?
My communication skills and ability to set goals with our guests to create PERFECTION !

Favorite Movie?
Steel Magnolias

Favorite CD?
Dashboard Confessional - Best Deceptions

Favorite Musician?
George Strait

Favorite Artist?
Ansel Adams

Best book you ever read?
Eat, Pray, Love

Hobbies?
Karaoke, Photography, Tennis

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
After touring the salon and meeting Linda - I was sold.

How did you become: ("fill in the blank")
"The Diamond Princess" of Cottonwood?
My dazzling personality !

What do you like most about working at Cottonwood?
All the mirrors in the Hair Galleries.....it's every vain person's dream! :)

What is one thing you wish people new about you?
You can't judge a book by it's cover. I'm laid-back and fun!


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Aspen - Designer - Level 4

Professional Accomplishments:
Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist
Cottonwood Team-Mate 1 year

What's your nickname or AKA at work?
Spen

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Our Team, the environment, the advanced education and our clients.

Favorite Product you can't function without?
Hairspray!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Bridal, styling & mens cuts.

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Repetitive people & smacking.

Best Gift you ever received?
My brothers!

Greatest Fear?
Not making it.

Greatest Weakness?
Kids & cheesecake!

Greatest Strength?
Standing my ground.

Obsessed with?
Dancing & country music

Best Secret Weapon?
My eyes.

When I want to stand out I....
...get involved!

If I could be an animal, I'd be?
A dolphin.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Ryan Gosling & Jennifer Aniston

SEXIEST Celeb?
Blake Shelton & Carrie Underwood

COOLEST celeb?
Wade Bowen & Reese Witherspoon

Favorite Movie?
Dirty Dancing

Favorite Band?
Josh Groban

Favorite Book?
The Bible

Best Escape?
Playing sports with my family.

What's IN?
Straight, sleek hair.

What's OUT?
Tons of short layers.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A model!

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm not a "girly girl".


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Sheri - Designer - Level 3

Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist
Cottonwood Team-Mate 1 year

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Liza" or "Sher-Bear"

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Our education, and being on a motivated team of professionals.

Favorite product you can't function without?
Bb's "SUMO-TECH"!

Who's your Hair Hero?
Kevin Murphy

Professional Strong-Suit?
Haircolor

Best Gift you ever received?
My fiance' :)

Greatest fear?
Heights!

Greatest weakness?
I'm way too serious sometimes.

Greatest strength?
Being very intuitive.

Obsessed with?
Things that sparkle!

Best Secret Weapon?
Hairspray!

Best Motivator?
My team mates!

I never leave the house without....
...my lip-gloss!

If I could be an animal, I'd be...
...a shark.

Hobbies?
Being in sand.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Robert Pattinson & Miranda Lambert

SEXIEST celeb?
Jonathon Rys Meyers & Jennifer Aniston

COOLEST celeb?
Aaron Rodgers & Reese Witherspoon

Favorite movie?
The Twilight Saga

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A vampire in the 1800's...just to wear the Victorian dresses!

I can't live without...
...learning.

Your strongest belief?
If your day is hemmed in with prayer, it is less likely to unravel.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"Opportunity dances with those who are already on the dance floor."

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I love decorating!



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Amber - Designer - Level 3

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduated from The Academy of Hair Vidal Sassoon Connection School
Certified Advanced Wella Colorist
Certified Advanced Redken Colorist

What's your nickname or AKA at work?
Nugget

Favorite product?
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray

Who's your hair hero?
Vidal Sassoon

Define your STYLE.
Casual

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Making people feel beautiful.

Professional strong-suit?
Haircuts

Favorite inspirational phrase?
"The thought of eternity consoles for the shortness of life." ~ Luc De Clapiers

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone, who would it be?
Marilyn Monroe

Celebrity with the BEST STYLE?
Justin Beiber & Rachel Bilson

COOLEST celeb?
Johnny Depp & Britney Spears

SEXIEST celeb?
David Beckham & Drew Berrymore

Greatest fear?
Spiders

Greatest weakness?
I care too much.

Greatest strength?
Telling the truth.

Favorite movie?
Lady and the Tramp

Favorite CD?
Spice Girls

Favorite musician?
Lady Antebella

Best book?
Twilight series

If you could live another life, who would you be?
I would be a taller version of myself, but I would be a dancer.

What are your hobbies or things you enjoy doing?
Going to the lake.

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
The atmosphere and people.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
Always classy and updated.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Our customers!

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I have two kids and I'm Puerto Rican.

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Jessica S - Designer - Level 2

Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist
Cottonwood Team-Mate 1 year

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Jessie

Favorite product?
Bumble's "TEXTURE"

Who's your Hair Hero?
Tekashie

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
The highest level and superior standards of performance we give our clients.

What do you like the best about working at Cottonwood?
The atmosphere...the vibe.

Define your career?
Doing what it takes to please our clients.

Professional strong-suit?
Regardless what kind of day I'm having I'll always guarantee a smile and a warm "hello"!

Favorite guilty-pleasure?
Soda! I'd drink soda all the time if I could.

Greatest fear?
Letting my parents down.

Obsessed with?
Jersey Shore :)

Dogs or cats?
Dogs. Cats are like old men!

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Lady Gaga. It would be interesting to see her in a normal setting away from cameras.

Celebrity with the BEST STYLE?
Justin Timberlake & Gisele Bundchen

SEXIEST celeb?
Drake

COOLEST celeb?
Little Wayne & Lady Gaga

Favorite CD?
Beatles "Greatest Hits"

Favorite Artist?
Leonardo Divinci

Favorite Book?
To Kill a Mockingbird

Your perfect day?
My birthday or Thanksgiving!

Your strongest belief?
God.

If you could live another life who would you be?
I'd eventually become the Queen of England...some how, some way.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"We are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen."

What is something that peole might be surprised to know about you?
I'm from Minnesota...and sound like it




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Morgan -Designer - Level 2

Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist
William Edge - Razor's Edge
Cottonwood Team-Mate 1 year

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Indie"

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
I like that I learn something new every day!

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
Our continuing education program really sets us apart from other salons.

Professional strong suit?
Color!

Product you can't live without?
Bumble's "Brown Hair Powder".

Biggest Pet Peeve?
When people don't take hints!

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Godiva chocolate & the blues.

Greatest Fear?
Failure.

Greatest Strength?
Communication

Obsessed with?
Makeup!

Best Secret Weapon?
I'm quick on my feet,and my laffy-taffy jokes!

Best Motivator?
Being the BEST!

When I want to stand out I....
...do elaborate eye makeup complete with glitter!

Worth the price tag?
Makeup and a pair of Christian Louboutins!

If you could be an animal what would you be?
A peacock!

Dogs or cats?
Dogs! They're man's best friend!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
David Beckham & Victoria Beckham

SEXIEST celeb?
Ryan Gosling & Mila Kunis

COOLEST celeb?
Vince Vaughn & Kristen Wiig

Favorite Movie?
Bull Durham

Favorite Band?
Credence Clearwater Revival

Favorite Book?
The Bible. (I'm still not quite finished!)

I can't live without...
MUSIC!

Your strongest belief?
Beauty is only skin deep.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
I will not let my personal tragedy interfere with my ability to do good hair!

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I eat a bag of popcorn every day!


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Andi - Designer - Level 1

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Sleepy

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
My co-workers and the education!

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
Full of positive people. No drama!

Professional Strong Suit?
Listening.

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Repeating & miss-matchedsocks.

Greatest Fear?
Just one? Losing family/friends, snakes, being alone, and "the dark"!

Greatest Weakness?
Over-analyzing things. (And my niece and nephew.)

Greatest Strength?
Knowing what I believe in and living it.

Obsessed with?
Hair-teasing and two-stepping!

Hobbies?
Reading.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
David Beckham & Vanessa Hudgens

SEXIEST celeb?
Shia Lebauf & "Old" Brittney Spears

COOLEST celeb?
Ryan Gosling & Katy Perry

Favorite movie?
Peter Pan

Favorite musician?
Eli Young Band

Your Strongest Belief?
One must have high morals & values.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"Love turns your hopes into faith."

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
Probably my tattoos.



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Allessa - Designer - Level 1

What's your nickname or AKA at work?
Loquacious or Wyoming

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
This isn't work! It's like playing on the same playground with people who are passionate about playing the same game!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Sassy cuts!

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Mumbling or smacking gum.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Eating raw cookie dough!

Greatest Fear?
Thunder storms and heights.

Obsessed with?
My yorkie-poo!

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone, who would it be?
Robert Cromeans. He's such a character. I love his passion for hair.

SEXIEST celeb?
Shia Labeouf & Dita Von Teese

COOLEST celeb?
Will Smith & Katy Perry

Favorite Movie?
Avatar

Perfect Day?
Alaskan shore reading a book.



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Madi - Designer - Level 1

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
Gaga

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
Three things: The sense of professionalism, continued education, and a family-like staff.

What's most rewarding about your career?
Making the world beautiful one head at a time!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Communication

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Yellow hair.

Greatest Fear?
Heights, spiders & snakes! Oh my!

Greatest Strength?
Honesty.

If you could have a Super-Power what would it be?
Flying!

Favorite Movie?
"My Fair Lady"

Favorite Band?
Lily Allen

Favorite Book?
"Heaven Is For Real"

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Jesus.....self-explanitory!

If you could live another life who would you be?
Myself! I'd just start over and do some things a little differently!

Sexiest celeb?
Johnny Depp

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them." -Walt Disney

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm a mom of twins!


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Jessica H - Designer - Level 1

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of Paul Mitchell Academy
President of Student Council
Certified Wella Colorist
Certified Redken Colorist

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
"J.R." or "Eight"

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The training. We never stop learning...we're professional "Daymakers".

Professional Strong-Suit?
Consultations and communication.

Product you can't function without?
Bumble's "SURF SPRAY"!

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
"Debbie-Downers"!

Greatest Fear?
Driving in snow!

Greatest Weakness?
Animal cruelty commercials.

Obsessed with?
Clean fingernails & tamed eyebrows!

Best Secret Weapon?
My scalp massages!

When I want to stand out, I....
wear RED LIPSTICK!

I never leave the house without?
Bottled water.

Worth the price tag?
Gasoline!

If I could be an animal, I'd be:
A tiger...so my highlights would be natural!

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Lauren Conrad. She seems to be intelligent and give great advise.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
The Olsen Twins & Rachel Bilson

SEXIEST celeb?
Ryan Gosling

Favorite Movie?
"Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead"

Favorite Book?
"Be Nice or Else"

Best Escape?
Austin Texas.

What's IN?
Layers.

What's OUT?
Logos.

Your strongest belief?
Dogs are mans best friend.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A storm chaser sounds fun!

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"Too bad the only people who know how to run the country are busy driving cabs and cutting hair." -George Burns

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I only eat with plastic-ware.


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Lindsey - Designer - Level 1

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Pistol"


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Janifer - Designer - Level 1

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Turtle"


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Michelle - Designer - Level 1

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"L.L."


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Yvonne - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Senior Aesthetician
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
Associates in Esthetics
Jessner Peel Certified
Cottonwood Team Mate - 1 year

What's your AKA at work?
Eve-O

Favorite Product?
Absolutely ANYTHING from SkinCeuticals. The science is revolutionary.

Who's your professional Hero?
Carmindy - from "What Not To Wear"

Define your STYLE?
Classic

Define your CAREER?
A dream come true!

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Finding lasting solutions to skincare challenges.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Working with people that genuinely CARE about our guests and each other.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Following my dreams of becoming an esthetician and landing a job at the best spa in Oklahoma!

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Bad manners.

Greatest Strength?
My work ethic.

Celebrity with the best STYLE?
Tom Cruise & Katie Holmes

COOLEST celeb?
Mick Jagger & Madonna

SEXIEST celeb?
Hugh Jackman & Jennifer Lopez

Favorite CD?
Bob Dylan - "Planet Waves"

Favorite Artist?
Frida Kahlo

Favorite Book?
J.D. Salinger - "Catcher in the Rye"

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be and why?
Kat Von D - She has created an amazing career for herself regardless of what other people thought.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"If you think you can, or if you think you can't, you're right."

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm addicted to ZUMBA!



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Sybil - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Senior Aesthetician
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Advanced Studies at International Dermal Institute - U.S. & Spain
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
Associates in Esthetics
Certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Certified Makeup Artist
18 years experience in Esthetics
(All around Skincare Goddess!)

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
"Vegas"

What do like best about working at Cottonwood?
Professionalism, fun & terrific teamwork!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Making people feel comfortable when we meet.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Doing Cameron Diaz's makeup for her first major movie!

Favorite piece of clothing?
Square-neck black cocktail dress.

Can't live without?
Eye cream, sunscreen & lip-balm.

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Laziness.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
White Chocolate Mocha

Best Gift you ever got?
The gift of Life.

Greatest Fear?
Letting myself down.

Greatest Weakness?
Kindness.

Greatest Strength?
Kindness.

Obsessed with?
Skincare!

When I want to stand out, I.....
LAUGH!

Worth the price tag?
Professional skincare products!

If I could be an animal, I'd be...
A zebra.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
George Clooney & Maria Shriver

SEXIEST celeb?
Michael Buble & Rhianna

COOLEST celeb?
Michael Franks & Cameron Diaz

Favorite Movie?
Return To Me

Favorite CD?
Tapestry - Carol King

Favorite Artist?
Austine Wood

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A pediatrician.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I love glider flying!


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Suzanne - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Senior Aesthetician
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
Aveda Master Makeup Artist
LED Light Therapy Certified
Lori Nestore Master Waxing Professional
27 years Experience
Makeup Artist for ABC's "Extreme Makeover"
Raving Fans Award Winner of the Year 2007
Voted BEST ESTHETICIAN IN OKLAHOMA by
Oklahoma Magazine "Best of the Best 2010"
Cottonwood Teammate - 11 years

What is your AKA at work?
"The Wax Queen" & "The Spa Nazi"

Define your STYLE?
Bohemian Classic!

Favorite product you can't live without?
Darphin's "AGE DEFYING DERMABRASION"...it smells awesome and my skin feels like a baby's.

Define your career?
A PRIVILEGE. I'm able to touch people in so many positive ways.

Professional Strong Suit?
WAXING! (And I should have a reality show!)

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Smacking gum or food!

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Dark chocolate with sea salt...and naps.

Best gift you ever received?
Photography classes & equipment from my husband.

Greatest Weakness?
I get nervous about too much change.

Greatest Strength?
I am loyal to a fault.

Obsessed with?
Lip products! I have around 30 lipsticks, balms & glosses!

Best Secret Weapon?
My sense of humor.

Most versatile item you own?
A hounds-tooth jacket.

If you could be an animal, what would you be?
My friend's dog. Major spoiled!

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone, who would it be?
Harry Potter...brave, strong, funny.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Cary Grant & Elizabeth Taylor

SEXIEST celeb?
Michael C. Hall & Julianne Moore

COOLEST celeb?
David Bowie & Princess Diana

Favorite Artist?
Claude Monet

Favorite Book?
The Bible. It's got it all.

Best Escape?
My front porch with a cold Negra Modelo.

What's IN?
Beautiful skin.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
When people show you who they are...believe them.

What is something that people might not know about you?
I am motivated in my life and career by a love for people and a passion for bettering the world.


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Rachel - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Senior Aesthetician
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
LED Light Therapy Certified
Certified Makeup Artist

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
"Sweet Pea"

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Our positive attitudes, our beautiful environment and our services are all STELLAR!

Your style?
Librarian Chic!

Favorite accessory?
A great pair of jeans.

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Rudeness! (Bad manners are never acceptable.)

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Ben & Jerry's :)

Greatest Fear?
Untapped potential....and snakes!

Greatest Weakness?
My compassion.

Greatest Strength?
Versatility.

Obsessed with?
Darphin's "Dermabrasion Scrub" & SkinCeuticals' "Phyto+".

Best Secret Weapon?
Kill 'em with kindness.

Best Vice?
MAKEUP! Never enough.

When you want to stand out.....
I go right to my Texas roots - BIG HAIR!

Worth the price tag....
Great skincare products!

If you could be an animal, what would you be?
A duck-billed platypus.

What makes you laugh?
Pretty much everything.

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Leonard Nimoy! He's consistent, stron and balanced...plus I'm a hopeless nerd and love Spock!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Adrien Brody & Audrey Hepburn

SEXIEST celeb?
Adrian Grenier & Selma Hayek

COOLEST celeb?
Johnny Depp & Kate Winslet

Favorite Movie?
Some Like it Hot.

Favorite Musician?
Bob Dylan or Nina Simone

What's IN?
Healthy skin!

What's OUT?
Tanning beds & pencil thin eyebrows!

Can't live without?
An Axxium French Manicure!

If you could live another life, who would you be?
An Egyptologist, or I'd own a vineyard in France in the 50's!

What is something peole might be surprised to know about you?
I'm an old soul. :)


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Sierra - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Associates Degree in Esthetics
Bachelors Degree in Health Communication & Biomedical Sciences
Jessner Chemical Peel Certified
PCA Chemical Peel Certified
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
LED Light Therapy Certified

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Wilson"

Proudest Professional Moment?
Becoming a Cottonwood Esthetician!

Favorite accessory?
My wedding ring!

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Disorganization

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Homemade baked goods! I cook too much!

Best Gift you ever received?
Life after death with God.

Greatest Fear?
Not living up to my expectations of myself.

Greatest Strength?
I'm very loyal to those I love.

Obsessed with?
Chapstick and lotion!

Best Secret Weapon?
Being excited about the small things in life!

I never leave the house without?
Earrings!

Worth the price tag?
Amazing skincare & body care products.

If you could be an animal what would you be?
My lazy, fat, spoiled cat!

What makes you laugh?
My husbands corny jokes.

Favorite Movie?
Grease

Favorite Band?
Fleetwood Mac or Johnny Cash

Best Escape?
A good book...about another world!

What's IN?
A beautiful smile.

What's OUT?
Laziness.

Your strongest belief?
That God created us all for a purpose.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A neurosurgeon!

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm an avid couponer, (but not the crazy kind)!






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Gretchen - Skincare & Waxing

Professional Accomplishments:
Master Eyebrow Artist
Master Waxologist
Darphin Certified Master Aesthetician
SkinCeuticals Certified Master Aesthetician
Aveda Certified Skincare Consultant
Aveda Master Makeup Artist
LED Light Therapy Certified
4 years Experience

What's your nickname or AKA at work?

Professional Strong-Suit?
Picking up on a client's needs, then doing my best to fullfil that need.

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Dirty floors.

Greatest Fear?
Heights.

Greatest Weakness?
Worrying too much!

Greatest Strength?
Organization.

What Super-Power would you want?
Eating delicious food and never gaining weight!

Favorite Movie?
"Amelie"

Favorite Band?
The Shins

Favorite Artist?
Gustav Klimt

Favorite Book?
"The Secret Life of Bees" -Sue Monk Kidd

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Ernest Hemingway. Listening to his interesting stories while sitting in chic cafes!

If you could live another life, who would you be?
A starving artist in Paris in the 20's!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Joseph Gordon Levitt & Zooey Deschanel

SEXIEST celeb?
Joseph Gordon Levitt & Emma Stone

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"Forget not that the Earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair." -Khalil Gibran

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm a natural blonde!


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Harold - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
OU Graduate with a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy
Graduate of: Bodyworks Thai Massage School, Chicago IL
NCBTMB Approved Certification in Thai Massage - Levels 1 & 2
Oklahoma Certified Massage Therapist
Spa Department Team Leader
Employee of the Year - 2006
Mentor of the Year - 2008
Raving Fans of the Year - 2009
Warrior of the Year - 2011
Cottonwood Teammate - 6 years

What's your AKA at work?
"H"

Proudest Professional Moment?
Winning "Mentor of the Year". That award is really about being a team-player. To reach the top you have to be willing teach, coach, learn and listen to your team-mates.

How did you become the Team Leader for the spa?
Hard work, and a willingness to be the best....and make my team the best.

Who is your Hero?
My Grandmother.

Define your career?
Rewarding...more than I could have ever imagined.

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Having the chance to serve others. For at least one hour...take them away from their life stresses.

What is your biggest career challenge?
Not getting in a rut. It's so important to keep things fresh for clients....and not take them for granted.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
Everyone has one common goal....to be "Daymakers" for EVERY GUEST EVERY TIME.

Favorite product?
Aveda "Blue Oil"

Biggest "pet peeve"?
Just going through the motions.

Professional "strong suit"?
Always being open to learn new things. Always looking for something to make me better.

Greatest Fear?
Failure.

Greatest Weakness?
Being too nice!

Greatest Strength?
A strong work ethic.

Favorite Movie?
Avatar

Favorite Cd?
Michael Jackson - "Thriller"

Favorite Musician?
Black Eyed Peas

Favorite Artist?
Vincent Van Gogh

Best book?
To Kill a Mockingbird

Celebrity with the best STYLE?
Jennifer Aniston

COOLEST celeb?
Lady Gaga

SEXIEST celeb?
Kim Kardashian

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
"Always do first what you like the least."

Hobbies?
Coaching kids. Family & friends.

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be and why?
My Grandmother. She was so loving and strong. I never got a chance to say good-bye. I'd love to spend one more day with her to tell her how much I love her and what an impact she made on my life.

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I was in a band for 8 years.



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Jodi - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Oklahoma Certified Massage Therapist
Worked on rockers Robert Plant & Lyndel Johnson.
Raving Fans of the Year Award - 2010
Cottonwood Teammate - 3 years

Owner's Note:
When I think of Jodi, I imagine a big birthday cake covered with those candles that you just can't blow out. She always makes you think that you are her favorite client. And though you might suspect that you really aren't her very favorite.........when you walk out the door she's made you feel like a birthday cake covered with those candles that you just can't blow out.

What is your AKA at work?
B.W. or Pancake

Proudest Professional Moment?
Winning our "Raving Fans Award" for 2 months in a row!

Define your career?
Stress-free & fun! I get to make people feel better - what could be better than that?

Favorite product?
Bumble's Defrizz. I can't live without it!

Biggest "pet peeve"?
When people "smack" when they eat!

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
That for one hour I can make a person completely forget about their stress and problems.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other spas?
Our employees are PROFESSIONALS.

What do you like most about working at Cottonwood?
It's a PROFESSIONAL environment, and the clientele are so NICE.

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Samantha - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of:
- Nevada School of Massage Therapy
Cottonwood Team Mate - 1 year

Owner's Note:
What you see is NOT what you get! She's "Mighty Mouse"! This girl's got the JUICE when it comes to massage....you'll pre-book a weekly standing appointment before you leave! And on top of all that --- she's one of the most genuine and positive people you'd ever want to meet.

What's your AKA at work?
"Sammy Sosa"

Favorite Product?
Aveda's "Blue Oil"

Favorite Service?
Massage from EVERYONE at Cottonwood - we've got the finest group of professionals I've ever worked with.

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Having the chance to make people relax & feel great!

Proudest Professional Moment?
Getting this job!

Greatest Fear?
Not accomplishing all that I want.

Greatest Strength?
My determination.

Favorite Book?
I read constantly.....I can't pick just one.

Hobbies?
Reading & cool vacations!

Biggest career challenge?
People assuming that because I'm small, I'm not physically strong.

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
I was job-shopping while still living in Nevada. After meeting all of our amazing crew - I was moved and working 2 weeks later!

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Our Spa Team!

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
"Keep moving forward." - Walt Disney

What's something you wish people knew about you?
I might be tiny - but I'm a mighty force!




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Eric - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Oklahoma Certified Massage Therapist - Top of Class
Warrior of the Year 2009
Cottonwood Teammate - 3 years

Owner's Note:
I've never seen Eric without a smile on his face...unless it's buried in a book! He's 100% delighted to be living, working, breathing, loving, and learning! His heart is big and his mind is open. I call him "Mr. Up". It's his "vibe".... I guarantee you'll leave a happier person after a massage from Eric!

What is your AKA at work?
"E-Dog"

Favorite Product?
Aveda's Blue Oil

Define your career?
Rewarding, I get to HELP people. It's a blast!

Who's your Hero?
Tecumseh - Shawnee Chief

Greatest fear?
A woman scorned!

Greatest weakness?
Babies

Proudest Professional Moment?
Winning the "I CAN AWARD" at our Annual Awards Christmas Party. I'm a pretty up-beat and optimistic person.

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone, who would it be and why?
Alexander Hamilton.....to ask him the truth about his duel with Aaron Burr that killed him.

Favorite movie?
Last of the Mohicans

Favorite CD?
Guns & Roses - Appetite for Destruction

Favorite artist?
My wife Jami.

Best book you ever read?
The Little Engine That Could

Hobbies?
Guitar playing and target practice.

What do you like most about working at Cottonwood?
The team.....and the teamwork.

What do you think sets Cottonwood apart from other salons and spas?
One word......QUALITY !

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"I'll make it to the moon if I have to crawl." -Anthony Kiedis



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Anne - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
- Massage Therapy Academy of Texas
- Bachelor of Metaphysical Theology
- 15 years experience
- Reiki II Practitioner

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Red

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
My team mates and our guests!

What do you find most rewarding about your career?
It's never the same. I like watching people transform when they leave my table.

Define your career?
A healing journey.

Professional strong-suit?
Listening.

Favorite PRODUCT you can't function without?
Theracream!!!

Your Hero?
My dog.

Favorite inspirational phrase?
"The things that are most important in life are not things at all."

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
I'd like to meet Jesus or Buddah. I'd want to find out how they lived without an ego and with total faith.

Biggest pet peeve?
Narcissism.

Greatest Strength?
Positive Attitude.

Obessed with?
"I Survived" on the BIO Channel

When I want to stand out, I....
...let my Inner Light shine!

The most versatile item you own?
My Intuition!

Worth the price tag?
BMWs, Mercedes & Corvettes!

Dogs or cats?
DOGS of course!

Favorite Book?
"No Time For Karma"

Best Escape?
A beautiful beach resort.

What's IN?
The Power of Love.

What's OUT?
Greed & negativity.

Your Strongest Belief?
We create our own experiences.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
"The truth doesn't stop being the truth just because you choose to ignore it."


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Robyn - Master Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Oklahoma Certified Massage Therapist
Cottonwood Teammate - 3 years

What is your AKA at work?
Poppy Chulo or Sir Robyn

Favorite product?
Our Biotone Massage Creme. It's like liquid velvet. It's the finest massage creme available, and we get to use it in all our massages.

Biggest "pet peeve"?
The way Eric makes up his massage table!!!

Define your career?
Like a ROCKET, about to totally take off!

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
Our level of professionalism....and our staff REALLY CARES about delivering the best experiences to our guests.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The caring staff, and how busy we are!

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Kelli - Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Pinnacle Massage Institute - Kansas City
Magna Cum Laude

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Mama

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
I love working in a calm atmosphere where every employee is friendly and professional. The management is amazing and treats us with respect!

Professional Strong-Suit?
I'm a hard worker with integrity.

Proudest Professional Moment?
Walking across the stage to receive my diploma in front of my children.

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Intolerance of other people because of differences.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Ben & Jerry's ice-cream!

Greatest Fear?
Not being able to provide for my children.

Greatest Weakness?
Giving too much of my heart.

Greatest Strength?
My determination to accomplish my goals.

Hobbies?
Running & bicycling.

Dogs or Cats?
Two calico cats, Sunny and Chloe.

If you could met and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Jesus...to understand what this life is all about.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
The owner and management really care about the welfare of all the employees. Every employee is a professional!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
George Clooney & Kate Middleton

SEXIEST celeb?
Rodney Grant & Beyonce

COOLEST celeb?
Brad Pitt & Jennifer Lopez

Favorite Movie?
Dances With Wolves

Favorite Musician?
Metallica

Favorite Book?
The Bible

Your perfect day?
Lying in a hammock listening to the wind in the trees and water falling nearby.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
I'd be a native American in the 1700's living in the eastern U.S.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
Let no one come to you without leaving better and happier. -Mother Teresa

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I love metal and rock & roll....the louder, the better!


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Sara - Massage Therapist

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of Blue Cliff College
Arkansas Licensed Massage Therapist

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
Evil Kenevil

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
Everyone is so happy to be awake and be at work! The atmosphere and energy are wonderful!

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
The staff are really genuine and everyone CARES! I finally found a TEAM to work with.

Professional Strong-Suit?
My strong work ethic.

Biggest Pet-Peeve?
Crazy drivers!

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Buying yarn!

Greatest Fear?
Losing my mother.

Greatest Weakness?
Babies. And the homeless at stop lights.

Greatest Strength?
My compassion.

Obsessed with?
Sadly....my phone.

Hobbies?
Crochet, kayaking, camping, hiking and being outdoors.

Dogs or cats?
I have a fat cat named Chester...aka Garfield.

SEXIEST celeb?
Jennifer Connely

COOLEST celeb?
Robert Downey Jr.

Favorite Movie?
The Secret Garden

Favorite Band?
I"m very eclectic. The Beatles, Tracy Chapman, George Jones, Aphex Twin....

Favorite Book?
The Education of Little Tree

Your perfect day?
Spent with family.

Your strongest belief?
We may not like it, but change is constant and everything happens for a reason.

If you could live another life, who would you be, or what would you do?
I would have fared well as a cowgirl.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
Endeavor to persevere.

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I grew up on 15 acres in the middle of nowhere! When I was a child the trees were my only friends. :)




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Amy - Nail Tech

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of: OPI Advanced Acrylics
Graduate of: OPI Manicure & Pedicure Training
Graduate of: NSI Advanced Acrylics
Team Leader of Cottonwood Nail Department
Cottonwood Teammate - 5 years

What's your AKA at work?
Ballard

Define your style?
My husband says I'm the most beautiful woman in the world! I'll stick with that!

Favorite product?
One Minute Manicure! There simply is NOT another product that makes your hands softer!

Biggest "pet peeve"?
Too many to name!

What is your professional "strong suit"?
Beautiful, strong acrylics.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other spas?
It's not just beautiful - it's managed the way a professional business should be.

What do you like most about working at Cottonwood?
Our team, and the atmosphere.


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Erin - Nail Tech & Team Leader

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of: OPI Advanced Acrylics
Graduate of: OPI Advanced Manicures & Pedicures
Graduate of: NSI Advanced Acrylics
Bumble's "Fierce Conversations"
Design Team for ABC's "Extreme Makeover"
Raving Fans Award Winner - 2011
Cottonwood Team Mate - 4 years

What is your "AKA" or nickname at work?
"Air"

Define your style?
Everyday is a new "fashion adventure"!

Proudest Professional Moment?
Being a part of ABC's "Extreme Makeover".

Favorite product?
OPI Pedicure Scrub

Biggest "pet peeve"?
"Complainers." And people who talk about others behind their backs.

Greatest Fear?
SNAKES!

Greatest Strength?
Forgiveness.

Favorite Movie?
"The Neverending Story"

Favorite CD?
Elvis - # 1's

Favorite Artist?
Michelangelo

Favorite Book?
A Child Called "It" - Dave Pelzer

Fantasy Life?
A farmer living off the land.

If you could meet and spend the day with one person, who would it be?
ELVIS!!! He's amazing! I'd like to hang out with him!

Celebrity with the best STYLE?
David & Victoria Beckham

COOLEST celeb?
Channing Tatum & Faith Hill

SEXIEST celeb?
Elvis (the early years) & Marilyn Monroe

Why do you like the service business?
It's fun to make people happy.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
It's a little piece of Heaven for every guest, every time!

What do you find the most rewarding about your career?
Meeting interesting people everyday. Everyone has an amazing story.

Professional "strong suit"?
I'm energetic, and always in a good mood!

What do you like most about working at Cottonwood?
It's a great work environment....it's fun & classy! And we all actually LIKE coming to work!

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
"Life is like a road. Sometimes it's smooth and sometimes it's bumpy, but with the right map you'll always find your way."

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Cony - Nail Tech

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduate of: OPI Advanced Acrylics
Graduate of: OPI Advanced Manicures & Pedicures
Graduate of: NSI Advanced Acrylics
Axxium & Shellac Master Specialist
Cottonwood Team Mate - 5 years

What's your AKA at work?
Con

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
My team mates. They are a great bunch of people!

Professional Strong-Suit?
Attention to detail.

Define your style?
Conservative & cute!

Favorite accessory?
My sunglasses!

Favorite product you can't function without?
Bumble's "STYLING LOTION".

Who is your hero?
Jesus.

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Messiness!

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
Sneaking food to my dog when my husband isn't looking.

Best Gift you ever received?
My husband gave me a Jeep for our 2nd anniversary.

Greatest Fear?
Losing my family.

Obsessed with?
Lip-gloss.

Best Secret Weapon?
Bumble's "HAIR POWDER"!!!

When I want to stand out, I...
...DANCE!

Worth the price tag?
GREAT SERVICE!!!

If I could be an animal, I'd be?
My dog Levi.

Favorite movie?
The Fast and the Furious

Favorite Musician?
George Strait

Favorite Book?
The Bible

Best Escape?
A massage and a glass of wine.

If you could live another life, who would you be?
I'd live in the 40's.

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
A content man is never poor, and a discontent man is never rich.


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Dan - General Manager

Professional Accomplishments:
Graduated OU with an Engineering Degree
Certified Master Massage Therapist
Aveda's "Serious Business" - 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Cottonwood Teammate - 9 years

Owner's Note:
Dan has never met a stranger. A "Master Prankster", he keeps us reapplying mascara from belly-laughing all day! A great leader, motivator, big brother, coach, loyal friend and all-around good-guy. God put Dan here to teach us how to create our own sunshine.

What is your AKA at work?
"Dando", "Dan-Dan the Detail Man" or "Florence"

Greatest fear?
Flying

How did you become the general manager for Cottonwood?
I started at the bottom. When Cottonwood didn't have an opening for a massage therapist, I begged our owner, Linda to let me do free chair massage in the reception area to prove myself....needless to say, my boss rewards hard work.

Professional "strong suit"?
I'd say my ability to make people laugh...it's hard to stay mad at me!

As a manager, what is your biggest challenge?
Are you kidding? Making women happy all day!

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
We try harder! We are constantly working on better systems, customer service skills, leadership skills and all areas of education. We never stop learning.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
We work for a company that values it's employees, and is open to ideas that make things better. That's a rare thing.

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Christina - Inventory Administrator

Professional Accomplishments:
Bumble & Bumble University's
- Business Emersion I
- Business Emersion 2
- Business Advanced Emersion 3
- Fierce Conversations Course
Aveda's Serious Business - 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Cottonwood's Inventory Administrator
Certified Master Nail Specialist
Cottonwood Teammate - 11 years

What is your AKA at work?
"Blonde One"

Greatest Fear?
Dying without having on fabulous heels!

Favorite Product?
Bumble's "Does It All"! Before it was fully developed for salon availability, it was (and still is) "THE" hair product used exclusively on designer runways --- and BOOTLEGGED throughout Europe and the U.S. !!! I won't live without it !

Favorite Service?
HAIR COLOR of course!

How did you become the Inventory Administrator for Cottonwood?
I started as a Nail Tech. After a while I wanted something more challenging. My boss Linda recognized something in me that she says "I was born to do", and I was promoted to Inventory Administration. I LOVE MY JOB !!!

Professional "strong suit"?
I'm a calm, analytical and rational person......with a useful sense of humor !

As a manager, what is your biggest challenge?
Coaching people on assuming the PERSONAL responsibilities of their careers.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
We CARE that our employees SUCCEED! Sadly, only 1 in 100 beauty school graduates survive in our demanding industry --- we do everything we can to make sure that WE are not part of the reason for those failures.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
It's so remarkably CHALLENGING! As Education Coordinator I get to help our staff grow their careers...I feel that I am fulfilling "My Purpose" in the world. I'm doing something GOOD.

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Natalie - Guest Care Specialist

Professional Accomplishments:
Employee of the Year - 2011

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
"Jail bait"

What is your favorite product?
BB does it all!

What is your favorite service?
Haircuts

Who's your hero?
My hero is my mom because she does EVERYTHING for me.

Define your style.
Cute but comfortable.

Professional strong suit?
Great people skills and willingness to make someone's day great.

Proudest professional moment?
Being able to teach others tools to better our business.

Favorite inspirational phrase?
"There's no mistakes, only lessons. Love yourself, trust your choices, and anything is possible."

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Cameron Diaz. She seems really fun and she's super cute.

Biggest pet peeve?
When people say "uh" and "um" too much.

Celebrity with the BEST STYLE?
Brad Pitt & Jennifer Aniston

COOLEST celeb?
Ashton Kutcher & Lauren Conrad

SEXIEST celeb?
Zac Efron & Megan Fox

Greatest fear?
Suffocation by any means.

What is your greatest weakness?
Bad boys ;)

What is your greatest strength?
Reading people.

Favorite movie?
Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood

Favorite CD?
The Carter III

Favorite musician?
Kenny Chesney

Favorite book?
The Giver

If you could live another life who would you be?
Surf instructor in the Bahamas!

Hobbies?
Spending time with my friends, family and boyfriend.

What made you want to work at Cottonwood?
I use to be a client and I loved the customer service! Plus, everyone looks like models.

What is your biggest career challenge?
Learning to listen to others who are trying to teach me.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
The employees are super personal and all of the services are professionally performed.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The employees and owner are awesome people! Everyone is like family and it's fun to come to work.

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I absolutely love horses and love to ride them even though I'm very allergic.


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Courtney - Guest Care Specialist

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Paris

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons and spas?
The whole atmosphere! How the employees bond. The level of professionalism. And above all, the customer service!

Favorite product?
Bb's "TEXTURE"

Favorite service?
Hair Color!

Greatest fear?
How I'm going to die.

Favorite movie?
Gone With The Wind

Favorite CD?
Dark Side of the Moon - Pink Floyd

Favorite book?
Scarlett - Alexandria Ripley

Hobbies?
At the lake with friends and family.

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Brad Pitt & Rachel Zoe

SEXIEST celeb?
Matthew McConaughey & Charlize Theron

Favorite Inspirational Phrase?
Romans 12:16 - "Live in harmony with one another."

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I'll try most anything once!




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Summer -Education Coordinator

What is your nickname or AKA at work?
Forty & Twitterlicious.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The lack of "attitude". There is a sincere desire to give clients the best service imaginable by professionals that are committed to ongoing self-improvement and career developement.

Define your style?
Classic and laid back.

Professional Strong Suit?
Customer Service of course!

Biggest Pet Peeve?
Lying & dishonesty.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure?
The Twilight movies and books.

Greatest Fear?
SPIDERS!

Greatest Weakness?
Remembering names.

Greatest Strength?
My patience.

Obsessed with?
Food & shopping.

If you could meet and spend the day with anyone who would it be?
Betty White! She's hilarious and I'll bet she's got great stories!

Celeb with the BEST STYLE?
Brad Pitt, Diane Kruger & Emma Watson

SEXIEST celeb?
Ryan Reynolds & Jennifer Aniston

COOLEST celeb?
Steven Tyler & Katy Perry

Favorite Movie?
Dumb & Dumber

Favorite CD?
Abbey Road

Favorite Musician?
The Beatles

Favorite Artist?
Claude Monet

Strongest Belief?
Everything happens for a reason.

What is something people might be surprised to know about you?
I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. And I've traveled to Hawaii, Paris & Versailles!

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Anna - Guest Care Specialist

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
Rose

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The people! Our clients are sooooo sweet. And our team are such fun. (OH! And I'm surrounded by beautiful jewelry!)

Professional Strong-Suit?
I'm a "people-person". And I love to organize!

Biggest career challenge?
Computers... :{

Biggest Pet Peeve?
LAZY PEOPLE!

Greatest Fear?
Not taking opportunities that can change my life.

Greatest Weakness?
Chips and brown eyes.

Obsessed with?
Dancing! Jewelry!

Dogs or Cats?
Dogs. I love my puppy Penny.

Sexiest celeb?
Tim McGraw & Julia Roberts

Favorite Movie?
Moulin Rouge & Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken

Favorite Artist?
Edgar Degas

Favorite Book?
The Poisonwood Bible

Your perfect day?
Together anywhere with all my sisters in one spot!

Strongest Belief?
To not allow your life to pass by without saying or doing things simply because you're scared.

What is something that people might be surprised to know about you?
I'm a professional ballroom dance teacher.



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Scotty - Office Administrator

Professional Accomplishments:
Aveda's Serious Business
Cottonwood Front Desk Team Leader - 2 years
Cottonwood Teammate - 6 years

What is your AKA at work?
My boss, Linda calls me Scotty Louise...... but then she adds "Louise" on the end of everyone's name.

Greatest fear?
Clowns!

Professional "strong suit"?
I'm anal retentive, no-nonsense..... and I don't like waste!

What is your biggest challenge?
Helping people understand the effects and rewards of "taking ownership" in our salon.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
We buy and use only THE BEST OF THE BEST products. We BELIEVE in them, and stand behind them.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
I am allowed a lot of freedom to create the best systems to do my job well. I am trusted..... and appreciated. That means a lot to me.

What's your favorite product?
Bumble's Grooming Creme'

Favorite service?
I LOVE FACIALS! Actually lots of men love facials.... they are just as relaxing as a massage.


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Jackie - Guest Care Specialist

Cottonwood Team Mate - 2 years

What is your AKA or nickname at work?
"Number 1" or "Jackster"

How would you define your career?
Evolving & creative.

What is your professional "strong suit"?
Merchandising & visual presentation.

Favorite service?
A MASSAGE !!! Who wouldn't LOVE that?

What is your favorite product?
Bumble's "Spray de Mode" & Aveda's "Volumizing Tonic"

Biggest "pet peeve"?
Selfishness

Greatest fear?
Heights!

Why do you like customer service?
I like educating our guests about the products they need.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
I think our clients make a "connection" with us!

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
The creativity I get to express --- and our clients!

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
"Only by giving do we receive."

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Linda Tolley Parker - Owner

Professional Accomplishments:
The School of Hard Knocks

What is your AKA at work?
Mama Bear

Favorite product?
Gorilla Glue.
Oh!....you mean salon products! I can't live without Darphin's "AROMATIC CLEANSING BALM with ROSEWOOD"....or Darphin's "STIMULSKIN DIVINE LIFTING CREAM". It's youth in a jar!

Favorite service?
I'd say that ALL of our services are NECESSARY...... so much better and cheaper than a cruise!

Who does YOUR hair?
Really, ANYONE who can squeeze me in! Our team is the BEST OF THE BEST and I trust each one of them.

Greatest fear?
The loss of Liberty.
(And psycho-killers!)

Greatest Weakness?
Mexican food and a homeless dog.

Favorite Movie?
"To Kill a Mockingbird"

Favorite Book?
"Undaunted Courage" - Stephen Ambrose

Favorite Artist?
George Catlin, Ammi Phillips & Grant Wood

Favorite Musician or Group?
Anyone who actually has command of an instrument or their voice.
Beethoven, Aretha Franklin, Alison Kraus, Chris Thile, Dave Grissman, Robben Ford, The Kruger Brothers, Ricky Skaggs, Joe Bonamassa, Stephane Grappelli, Ray Charles, Eric Clapton, Jerry Douglas, Itzhak Perlman, Tony Rice, The Funk Brothers, etc.

Secret Life?
- One of the Founding Fathers.
- One of the crew on the Lewis & Clark Expedition.
- One of "The Funk Brothers".
- A "Rayette". (Backup singers for Ray Charles)
- Or a cattle rancher!

How did you become the owner of Cottonwood?
God always has a purpose in mind for us! I always wanted an orphanage..... I got my wish!

Professional "strong suit"?
Tenacity. Growing up, I was not allowed to say, "I can't."

Biggest "pet peeve"?
Victim Mentality

If you could be an animal, what would you be?
A river otter!

What makes you laugh?
My best friend, and my husband. They're the funniest people I know!

Favorite escape?
Fishing & Motown music.

Celebrity with the best STYLE?
Mark Wahlberg & Grace Kelly

COOLEST celeb?
Tina Turner & Chris Isaak

SEXIEST celeb?
Mike Rowe

As a manager, what is your biggest challenge?
Teamwork can not exist without individual responsibility.

If you could meet and spend the day with one person, who would it be and why?
George Washington or Thomas Jefferson. They put everything on line for Liberty.

How would you differentiate Cottonwood from other salons or spas?
I CARE that my "kids" succeed. I CARE that our clients get the extraordinary experiences that they deserve.

What do you like best about working at Cottonwood?
I love making people happy.
I love watching people grow.

Life Lessons?
Bad decisions make really good stories!

Strongest Belief?
What goes around comes around.

Favorite "Inspirational Phrase"?
I like everything that Thomas Edison, Winston Churchill & Ben Franklin ever said, but my favorite is:
"God can move mountains, but YOU'VE got to bring a shovel." - My Parents

Name something people would be surprised to know about you?
I'm a huge Bull Riding Fan !


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