Lyndsey Rhodes Dickson | Senior Director Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Haircut and Style, Highlights, Men's Haircut, Keratin Treatment Professional Since: 1999 Modern Professional Since: September 2000 Why did you choose Modern?: I started at Modern Salon & Spa when I was right out of school. Modern's continued education was my deciding factor. Education: The Cosmetology Institute, Florence, SC } Continued Education through AVEDA & Modern Salon & Spa What is one thing you cannot live without?: Lip gloss FAVORITE Place to Shop: NYC Vacation Spot: So far South Africa has been my favorite spot Phrase to Say: "Sure" About me: "I'm laid back, caring and confident in who I am! I love making people love their hair and feel great about themselves! My parents are my idols and If I could meet anyone dead or alive it would be Marilyn Monroe!"
	Sepi Safaei | Junior Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Haircuts, Highlights. Color, Updo, Melting Professional Since: 1990 Modern Professional Since: 1990 Why did you choose Modern?: I love them so much- from 20 years ago til now! Education: AVEDA, Redken, Logics, Wella, South Eastern Beauty School What is one thing you cannot live without?: My family and kids FAVORITE Place to Shop: Target, Nordstrom, Belk Vacation Spot: Europe Phrase to Say: "God" About me: "I am quiet, patient aqnd calm. I am very giving and love making people feel beautiful , I love my busy life and mpassionate, caring and prfoessional and love making people feel beautiful. My parents are my idol, and if I could meet anyone, it would be my Dad."
	Noushin Ashoubi | Senior Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Haircuts, Highlights, Color, Threading Professional Since: 1993 Modern Professional Since: June 2004 Why did you choose Modern?: I chose Modern Salon & Spa because of owner, Arezo Hafezi and the culture of Modern. Education: Degree in Science and Cosmetology School overseas, Vidal Sassoon, Toni & Guy What is one thing you cannot live without?: Sunshine & Sleep FAVORITE Place to Shop: New York City, Europe, Vegas, Marshalls Vacation Spot: Europe & any island Phrase to Say: "Baybe" About me: "I am a very giving, positive and responsible person. I love that this industry is fashion forward and fun! I enjoy making people feel good about themselves. My Father is my idol and if I could meet anyone dead or alive, it would be Gandi and Mother Teresa."
	Ezat | Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Highlights, Color Haircuts, Threading, Updos Professional Since: 2001 Modern Professional Since: 2006 Why did you choose Modern?: Because of the great Education Program that they offer and the friendly environment.  Education: AVEDA, Wella and Schwarzkoof What is one thing you cannot live without?: Love and Hope FAVORITE Place to Shop: New York Vacation Spot: Beach and Mountains Phrase to Say: "Honey" About me: "I am very family oriented. I am caring and I enjoy making people feel beautiful and good about themselves. My father is my idol, and if I could meet anyone, it would have to be The Wright Brothers."
	Maryam Avani | Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Professional Since: 2006 Modern Professional Since: 2007 Why did you choose Modern?: It is the best salon in Charlotte providing great education. Education: Cosmetology School, BS in Physical Education What is one thing you cannot live without?: Family FAVORITE Place to Shop: Nordstrom Vacation Spot: Bahamas Phrase to Say: "Yes" About me: "I'm a fun, out going person that loves children. I like to help people look great and feel good about themselves. My Mother is my idol and I would like to meet Farah Pahlavi, the Queen of Persia."
	Chelsea French | Esthetician Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Facials, All Waxing, Lash & Brow Tinting Professional Since: January 2010 Modern Professional Since: May 2010 Why did you choose Modern?: Modern was the first Spa I applied to after school and the only place I wanted to be a part of! Education: AVEDA Institute Charlotte What is one thing you cannot live without?: Chapstick FAVORITE Place to Shop: Blakeney Shopping Center Vacation Spot: Anywhere with my husband Phrase to Say: "Absolutely!" About me: "I am a loving and caring person. I love helping people feel beautiful from the inside out. My parents have always been my biggest inspiration in life."
	Jessie Cline | Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Haircuts (Mens, Women & Children), All over Color Professional Since: 1974 Modern Professional Since: 2011 Why did you choose Modern?: Professionalism and Education Education: National Beauty COllege, Nexxus, Biolage, American Crew, and many more! What is one thing you cannot live without?: Family FAVORITE Place to Shop: Anywhere I can find a bargain Vacation Spot: Cancun Phrase to Say: "Awesome" About me: "I am passionate, caring and prfoessional and love making people feel beautiful on the inside and out. My favorite part about this industry is being able to do something I love everyday! My idol is anyone that is passionate about life. If I could meet anyone, it would be Moses and Mel Gibson!"
	Amber Gladden | Esthetician / Lash Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Facials, Waxing, Lash & Brow Tinting, Makeup Artist, Xtreme Lash Stylist, Microdermabrasion Professional Since: March 2009 Modern Professional Since: May 2011 Why did you choose Modern?: I felt that Modern is one of the top leading salon and spa's in the industry. I also fell in love with the entire culture of Modern. Education: South Carolina Massage and Esthetics Institute, Grace Medical Certified and Xtreme Lash Certified What is one thing you cannot live without?: My family, my horses. FAVORITE Place to Shop: DC2 Design, Savannah, GA Vacation Spot: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Phrase to Say: "Hey yall!" About me: "I'm a very outgoing and fun loving person who adore my friends and family to pieces. I love about this industry the personal interaction on a daily basis and helping my clients to look and feel their best.  My Mom is my idol, and if I could meet anyone, it would be Kate Middleton!"
	Mandi Shuler | Junior Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Professional Since: 2009 Modern Professional Since: 2011 Why did you choose Modern?: I chose Modern because of their reputation... and they're the best! Education: Regency Beauty institute What is one thing you cannot live without?: My family! FAVORITE Place to Shop: Vintage clothing shops Vacation Spot: Florida Keys Phrase to Say: "I have mandi-isms" About me: "I'm pretty funny most days and a great converstaionalist! I love the creativity of the industry - the sky is the limit! I admire Mary Pickfor for her drive in being a strong woman in her time, and if I could meet anyone, it would be Audrey Hepburn!"
	Miranda Camara | Junior Stylist Location: Ballantyne Village Services: Haircuts, Hair Color, Updos, everything! Professional Since: 2010 Modern Professional Since: 2011 Why did you choose Modern?: They are the best aound! I love coming to work and feeling like it's my family too! I love everyone I work with.  Education: AVEDA Institute What is one thing you cannot live without?: Family FAVORITE Place to Shop: Forever 21 Vacation Spot: Anywhere with a beach! Phrase to Say: "oooh my gosh!!" About me: "I'm outgoing and love to make people laugh! I am also very caring and my friends and family mean the world to me! I love that everyday in this industry is different and you meet so many different people! My parents are my idol, and if I could meet anyone, it would Jesus!"