Teresa Watkins | Senior Director Stylist Location: Birkdale Village & Metropolitan Services: Highlights ($195 and under), New Growth (starting at $80), Haircuts ($100) Professional Since: 1995 Modern Professional Since: 1996 Why did you choose Modern?: Because they are very accommodating and understanding. Education: Classes with Nick Arrojo, Antoinette Beenders, Yoshie, AVEDA Training What is one thing you cannot live without?: Volumizing products FAVORITE Place to Shop: Anywhere I find something I like Vacation Spot: Oak Island Phrase to Say: "Sassy" About me: "I am confident in myself and my abilities. I love that almost anything is possible in this industry. My idol is God."
	Bao Yang | Stylist Location: Birkdale Village Professional Since: 1999 Modern Professional Since: 2002 Why did you choose Modern?: It is one of the Top Salons in Charlotte and they have a great team! Education: Classes with Antoinette Beenders, David Adams, Continued Education in Color, AVEDA Collections What is one thing you cannot live without?: My husband and three children FAVORITE Place to Shop: The Fresh Market, White House Black Market Vacation Spot: The Beach - any beach doing nothing at all Phrase to Say: "You know!" About me: "I see myself as a positive, happy, calm and people pleaser individual. I love making people look and feel great about themselves. My idol is Oprah and if I could meet anyone living or dead, it would be my Grandmama."
	Irene Kennedy | Senior Stylist Location: Birkdale Village Services: Women & Men's Haircuts, Chemical Services including Highlights, Colors, Relaxers, Retexturizing Services Professional Since: 1998 Modern Professional Since: 2004 Why did you choose Modern?: "I was ready to take my career to the next level in a company that has respect for the industry and the individuals aspiring to reach their goals." Education: Spring | Summer & Fall | Winter Collections yearly, Pure Form, Toni & Guy Back to Basics What is one thing you cannot live without?: My four year old son FAVORITE Place to Shop: Kirklands (for home) & Target (Fashion/Household) Vacation Spot: Anywhere tropical Phrase to Say: "Today" About me: "I am a loving, determined person who genuinely care for people, loves acquiring knowledge and giving that knowledge away to others. The sky is literally the limit. This industry encompasses learning rules, breaking rules, knowing, learning and creating fashion trends, and touching lives. My idol is my Aunt Irene and if I could meet anyone it would be Bon Jovi!"
	Amy Cain | Stylist Location: Birkdale Village Services: Womens Haircut ($60), Men's Haircut ($45), Chemical services including Color, Highlights & Retexturizing services Professional Since: 1988 Modern Professional Since: 2004 Why did you choose Modern?: The professionalism, education, customer service and reputation. Education: ISO Perm Specialist, Matrix Color Expert, Continued Education with AVEDA What is one thing you cannot live without?: My husband FAVORITE Place to Shop: A small privately owned unique shop in a charming little town found from a motorcycle ride Vacation Spot: Anywhere I haven't been yet on a motorcycle! I never repeat a vacation. Phrase to Say: "How can we make this a positive thing?" About me: "My husband says I am a strongly determined accountable guide and partner. I love this industry because I get to meet new people everyday. My idol would have to be a better version of me. If I could meet anyone it would be God because I have a lot of unanswered questions."
	Danielle Williams | Senior Stylist Location: Birkdale Village Services: Coloring & Cutting (Love short hair!) Professional Since: 2007 Modern Professional Since: 2007 Why did you choose Modern?: Best education and training, and wonderful environment to work in. Education: North Mecklenburg High School Cosmetology, Red Chocolate What is one thing you cannot live without?: My family FAVORITE Place to Shop: Ann Taylor Loft, Homegoods, Target Vacation Spot: Beach Phrase to Say: "Awesome" About me: "I have a great sense of humor and a contagious laugh! I love this industry because it allows me to be creative. My Mom is my idol!"
	Amber Swain | Massage Therapist Location: Birkdale Village & Hearst Tower Services: Chakra & Deep Tissue are my favorites! Professional Since: 2007 Modern Professional Since: May 2007 Why did you choose Modern?: Working for Modern allows me to practice both relaxing spa services and to treat guests with chronic pain injuries. Education: BA Psychology | Southeastern School of Neuromuscular and Massage What is one thing you cannot live without?: Nail Polish FAVORITE Place to Shop: Target Vacation Spot: Home (Wilmington, NC) Phrase to Say: "Yes" About me: "I'm free spirited yet a little neurotic. Always ready for a laugh and genuinely love to make people feel good. I love this industry because there is never a dull moment. I love working in an environment that is fun, crazy and creative! My idol is Grandmother, and if I could meet anyone, it would be God."
	Christie "Cj" Deandrea | Junior 2 Stylist Location: Birkdale Village Services: Hair Color, Cutting, Creative Styling, Children's Cuts Professional Since: 2006 Modern Professional Since: May 2007 Why did you choose Modern?: For their outstanding reputation, culture and training.  Education: Vidal Sassoon Cutting, AVEDA Color 1 & 2, DEEP, Advanced Foil Placement, Men's Cutting, Color Collections, Color Melting What is one thing you cannot live without?: My fiance, Ryan FAVORITE Place to Shop: Lavendar Boutique Vacation Spot: Beach Phrase to Say: "Fantastic" About me: "I am hip and energetic! I love transforming people! I like to make every guest feel special and beautiful. My parents are my idols, and if I could meet anyone, it would be Bob Marley."
	Marshall Allen | Assistant Location: Birkdale Village Professional Since: March 2010 Modern Professional Since:  June 2010 Why did you choose Modern?: Modern is the best around and they offer the best education for stylists. Why train or work with any other place?  Education: Stanley Community College Cosmetology Program  What is one thing you cannot live without?: My wife & two sons FAVORITE Place to Shop: Any place with import performance parts Vacation Spot: The beach at night or the mountains in the Fall Phrase to Say: "Awesome!" About me: "I'm a very positive laid back guy, but very serious about my career and about being the best that I can be. I love meeting new people and having the ability to make people feel good about themselves. It's nice to be able to change a person's day or week. My idol is Ken Block and if I could meet anyone it would be Jesus... that would be awesome!"
	Ashleigh Parker-White | Esthetician Location: Birkdale Village Services: Facials, Waxing, Makeup, Microdermabrasion Professional Since: 2006 Modern Professional Since:  December 2010 Why did you choose Modern?: I respect the values of Modern and how amazing of a team it is to work with.  Education: AVEDA Institute, Academy of Nails & Esthetics What is one thing you cannot live without?: My son Parker (& jewelry) FAVORITE Place to Shop: H&M Vacation Spot: Vegas baby! Phrase to Say: "Sweet" About me: "I never meet a stranger! I absolutely love helping people and making them feel good. My Mom is my idol because she is the strongest woman ever! If I could meet anyone, it would be Adriana Lima- the most beautiful woman ever!"
	Terri Brewer | Stylist Location: Metropolitan Services: Hair Color and Cuts to accomdate each guests needs Professional Since: 2009 Modern Professional Since: 2009 Why did you choose Modern?: The high quality and customer service Education: AVEDA Institute Charlotte What is one thing you cannot live without?: My wonderful children FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Nordstrom Vacation Spot: Anywhere in Hawaii Phrase to Say: "Love it!" About me: "I am a passionate individual who finds joy in all the small things! I love this industry because of the transformations. My Mother is my idol because she is the strongest person I know. If I could meet anyone it would be Marilyn Monroe."