Sudi Shekari | Esthetician Location: Phillips Place & Hearst Tower Professional Since:  1994 Modern Professional Since: 1999 Why did you choose Modern?: The calm and family oriented atmosphere as well as the great blend of cultures. Education: Cosmetology License - AVEDA Color Professional What is one thing you cannot live without?: My Family FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Wherever my daughter drags me Vacation Spot: Hawaii  Phrase to Say: "Seriously!" About me: "I am a warm, fun and caring person that never lies. I enjoy making great relationships with clients and the people I work with. My idol is Celine Dion and if I could meet anyone living or dead it would be Lucille Ball!"
	Sparkles Hill | Senior Stylist  Location: Hearst Tower & Phillips Place Services: Hairdreams Extensions, HeadMapping Color, Textured Hair Specialist, Wedding Updo's, Relaxers & Straighteners Professional Since: 1997 Modern Professional Since: 2001 Why did you choose Modern?: Team work, professional environment, unparalleled customer service, high level of education Education: Associates in Cosmetology, Instructors Training, Paul Mitchell Associates Training, AVEDA HeadMapping Training, AVEDA Pureform Training, Avalon (Kera Kare) Relaxer systems, HairDreams Extensions, Keratin Straightening What is one thing you cannot live without?: FAITH FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Torrid Vacation Spot: Disney World Phrase to Say: "It was my pleasure!" About me: "Sparkles: To give off spark; to shine and never dull; to bring light. TO BE BRILLIANT IN PERFORMANCE! What I love most about this industry - Lights, Camera, Action! My idol is Michelle Obama and if I could meet anyone it would be Madam CJ Walker."
	Melissa Hoyle | Senior Stylist  Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 2005 Modern Professional Since: 2005 Why did you choose Modern?: I chose Modern to be the best! Education: AVEDA What is one thing you cannot live without?: I wouldn't be able to live without shopping! FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Vintage stores Vacation Spot: Sanibel Island, FL Phrase to Say: "OMG!" About me: "I am passionate about life! I love that this industry is always evolving. My Mom is my idol and if I could meet anything it would be Coco Chanel!"
	Codie LaGotte | Stylist  Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 2004 Modern Professional Since: 2006 Why did you choose Modern?: I chose Modern for two main reasons amongst many-  1. Education 2. Supportive team environment Education: Vidal Sassoon, AVEDA What is one thing you cannot live without?: *Cheese* FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Anthropoligie, Urban Outfitters, TJ Maxx - Love it! Vacation Spot: My very own bed! Phrase to Say: "Discombobulated- It just sounds funny!!" About me: "I am an extroverted, artistic woman with a passion for life. I love that what I do pertains to every person on this planet and can drastically change a person's self view for the better. My Mom is the strongest person I know and I'm lucky to have even an ounce of her in me!"
	Bezash Sime | Junior Stylist  Location: Hearst Tower & Phillips Place Services: Haircut: $36, Junior Color Prices, Textured- Ethnic Hair, Relaxers Modern Professional Since: 2007 Why did you choose Modern?: Great reputation and high standards. And because they carry AVEDA. Education: AVEDA Institute of Cosmetology What is one thing you cannot live without?: God FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Express & Concord Mills Vacation Spot: Beach & My home country, Ethiopia Phrase to Say: "Wow" About me: "I am funny, easy going, caring, hard working and family oriented. I enjoy this industry because of the interaction with clients and being creative. My Father and Jesus Christ are my idols and if I could meet anyone living or dead, it would be Princess Diana."
	Genc Burgija | Junior Stylist  / Certified AVEDA Makeup Advisor Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 2008 Modern Professional Since: 2008 Why did you choose Modern?: I chose Modern because the apprentice and education programs are amazing, and also because I was presented with the chance to learn from amazing and talented stylists such as Arezo Hafezi, Sunny Mazanadarani, Nikki Lowery, Lyndsey Dickson and many more! Being at Modern Salon & Spa has truly opened my eyes about the industry and has presented me with a possibility for infinite growth. Education: Cosmetology License, AVEDA Makeup and Skincare Advising Certificate What is one thing you cannot live without?: Happiness FAVORITE  Place to Shop: New York City Vacation Spot: Any tropical island that has martinis, chilled and straight :) Phrase to Say: "Impossible? I think not..." About me: "Being raised in a war torn country, I was lucky enough to be exposed to things that today only make me cherish life even more! I was born and raised in Kosovo in South Eastern Europe. In 1999, a war erupted, forcing me here to the USA. What started as a negative journey, ended up to be one of the best learning experiences of my life, thus making me a very humble and appreciative person. Seeing my parents have to struggle and not once complain, made me want to be just like them; someone who never gives up and always shoots for the stars. Hence the phrase: Impossible, I think not. My idols are Harvey Milk and Martin Luther King, Jr."
	Lana Dusquesne | Stylist Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 1998 Modern Professional Since: 2008 Why did you choose Modern?: Because of the opportunity to grow and get better and better.  Education: Cosmetology School of Moldova, AVEDA Institute of Charlotte What is one thing you cannot live without?: My husband and my two girls! FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Marhalls, TJ Maxx, Costco Vacation Spot: Ibiza, Spain Phrase to Say: "Absolutely" About me: "I am positive and energetic. I love this industry because you can make people look and feel good. I wish that I could have met my husband's grandfather."
	Autumn Ashe | Junior Stylist  Location: Hearst Tower Services: Junior 1 Prices Modern Professional Since: 2008 Why did you choose Modern?: Because they are the best! Education: Carolina Academy Paul Mitchell What is one thing you cannot live without?: My iPhone FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Forever 21 or H&M Vacation Spot: Anywhere outside of Gaston County Phrase to Say: "?" About me: "I am a fun, outgoing person who loves to laugh and have a good time! I love that this industry is fun and always changing. If I could meet anyone it would be Elvis Presley!."
	Brittany Conklin |  Stylist  / Makeup Artist Location: Hearst Tower Services: I specialize in Makeup & Updo's for Formal Occasions, or just a night on the town! (Prices upon Consultation)  Women's Haircut: $36, Men's Haircut: $31, Shanpoo & Style: starting at $31, Hair Gloss: $31 - $61, New Growth: $80, Color Balance: starting at $95, Color Cleanse: starting at $95, Color Tone: starting at $35, Highlights: $40 - $140, Full Makeover: $50 - $75 Professional Since: 2006 Modern Professional Since: 2009 Why did you choose Modern?: For the many opportunities I have to grow on a personal and professional level and the unparalleled customer service. Education: Stanly Cosmetology, AVEDA Continued Education, Rudy Miles (Global Makeup Educator), Modern Salon & Spa Professional Training What is one thing you cannot live without?: My faith, music and the color pink! FAVORITE  Place to Shop: I just love to shop, period! Vacation Spot: Anywhere with sand and the ocean Phrase to Say: "Ya'll" About me: "I love God, people, smiling and laughing. I'm easy to get along with and I like to find the positive in every situation. My Great Grandmother is my idol and if I could meet anyone it would be Jesus, Marilyn Monroe and Patsy Cline."
	Shannon Kee | Nail Technician / Nail Educator Location: Hearst Tower Services: Manicures, Pedicures, Natural Nail Care & Axxium Professional Since: 2003 Modern Professional Since: 2010 Why did you choose Modern?: The wonderful family atmosphere that promotes growth. Education: Academy of Nails 2003, Institute of Health & Healing, Training with AVEDA, Creative Nail Design, OPI and Minx What is one thing you cannot live without?: Music! FAVORITE  Vacation Spot: Portland, OR Phrase to Say: "Miss, Ma'am and Sir!" About me: "I am a fun girly-girl, tom-boy and life lover! I love this industry because it is constantly changing. If I could meet anyone it would be John Henry Kee, Sr., my Great Grandfather."
	Ashley McQuerry | Junior Stylist Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 2010 Modern Professional Since: July 2010 Why did you choose Modern?: After researching salons extensively, I found that Modern Salon & Spa offers the best education program in Charlotte. The professional environment is exactly what I was looking for.  Education: AVEDA Institute of Charlotte What is one thing you cannot live without?: My boyfriend, he's also my best friend FAVORITE  Place to Shop: I love finding inexpensive jewelry and bags in NYC Vacation Spot: Greece About me: "I may be new to the industry professionally, but I have always had an irrepressible passion for hair and makeup since I can remember! I'm thrilled to be working with Stylists who are inspiring my creativity and cannot wait to see what my professional future holds."
	Alicia Wagoner | Nail Technician Location: Hearst Tower Professional Since: 2007 Modern Professional Since: August 1, 2011 Why did you choose Modern?: Modern has such a great Spa- from cleanliness to atmosphere, to treating guests with the the greatest care. Education: Academy of Nails, Murad & Pevonia Training, AVEDA Product Knowledge, Biosculpture Class, Axxium & Shellac Education What is one thing you cannot live without?: My son FAVORITE  Place to Shop: Southpark Mall Vacation Spot: Costa Rica Phrase to say: "Oh my gosh" About me: "I am a very happy person who is loving, caring and generous. I love to learn and grow, but most of all I love to make everyone feel relaxed and rejuvenated. If I could meet anyone it would be Monte Zuma."