Design Team

At J&F Gemelli, we are a team of individuals who are passionate about and dedicated to our profession. Our salon offers 4 distinctive, well-rounded Designer levels from which you may choose: Classic, Senior, Master, and Creative (Read about the Designer Levels). All of our designers are well trained and regularly attend industry seminars and on-going education sessions. Whether you are new to the area or are just looking for a new hair stylist, we have the expertise and knowledge to give you the hair style you want.

We have provided brief bios of our designers here to help you select a stylist who fits your personality and style.

Andee

Designer Level: Senior
Location: Lochmere
Training/Education:

  • Bumble and bumble
  • Redken Exchange
  • Wella
  • Carla Ross
  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Jett Rhys

Specialties: Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment and Brazilian Blowout
Brief Bio: One of the major reasons I decided to go into hair, was the chance to make people feel good about themselves on a day to day basis. I am capable and excited about all types of hair.

Antonella

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: Over 15 (co-owner of the English Spa of Hair and Beauty for 11 years)

Training/Education:

  • Coiffure Francaise, UK and Boca
  • Vidal Sassoon, Miami
  • Sanrizz, London
  • Bumble and bumble, NY
  • Renbow International educator
  • Christine Valmy International, NY (skin care)
  • Certified by the Dermal Institute (skin care)

Specialties:

  • Customized Colour
  • Design Highlights
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Facials
  • Waxing (please refer to the Skin Care Menu)

Brief Bio: From customized cuts to colour and facials, relax and let me take care of you. I look forward to using my years of experience and international training to bring your best style yet! Spend the day with me and pamper yourself!

Bekah

Designer Level: Classic
Location: Lochmere
Training/Education:

  • Two year apprenticeship with owners Julian and Fabian
  • Continuous Wella Education
  • Jett Rhys Color Workshop
  • Carla Ross Color and Cut
  • Certified through NC School of Makeup for professional make-up
  • Product knowledge Kerastase, Bumble & bumble, Sebastian

Brie

Designer Level: Classic
Location: Cary Park
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticed with owners for 1 1/2 years using the Vidal Sassoon ABC's of haircutting
  • Bumble and Bumble Design Workshop (razor)
  • Bumble and Bumble Design Studio (razor)
  • Sebastian Cutting Trends workshop
  • Carla Ross cutting workshop
  • Jet Rhys color workshop
  • Wella Color Touch workshop
  • Keratin by Coppola certified
  • Kerlayze certified
  • facial waxing
  • Updos

Brief Bio: I love all aspects of hairdressing, and customizing looks to suit my client's needs. I really enjoy doing updos for any occasion, from prom to weddings!

Britt C.

Designer Level: Classic
Location: Stone Creek & Cary Park
Years of Experience: 5
Training/Education:

  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Jet Rhys

Britt M.

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 10
Training/Education:

  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Bumble and bumble
  • Toni & Guy
  • Beth Manardi

Brief Bio: Having trained with Vidal Sassoon, Bumble and bumble, Toni & Guy, as well as Beth Manardi, I am a seasoned veteran in the industry. I favor classic cuts and colors that will flatter a client's face, age, and skin tone. From a hint of highlighting to full-blown blondes and rich brunettes, I like my colors to blend for a natural look. To keep myself competitive and my clients up to date, I take hands-on classes and travel often. From natural to edgy, everyday to magazine cover, I can meet your personal style.

Brittney M.

Designer Level: Master
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 11
Training/Education:

  • Vidal Sassoon Academy
  • Bumble and bumble: Network Education, Design Workshop, Design Studio
  • Carla Ross - Cutting
  • Jet Rhys - Color

Specialties:

  • Natural Looking Color & Highlights
  • Classic/Contemporary Haircuts
  • Formal Styling
  • Product Knowledge & Client Education

Brief Bio: I began my career with 10 months of training at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in Santa Monica CA where i received a strong foundation in classic haircuts and color. I have gone on to take a variety of classes,including regular trips to Bumble and Bumble in NYC.Since comingto J&F Gemelli in 2007 I have been helping with the assistant education program. I have done several fashion shows and have had two beautiful daughters.

Cori S.

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 14
Training/Education:

  • Bumble and bumble
  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Rusk
  • Redken
  • Carla Ross
  • Patrick Cameron - formal styling

Specialties:

  • Wedding Parties
  • Formal Styling

Brief Bio: I was trained in my hometown of Chicago and am constantly updating my techniques with classes from Sassoon and, most recently, Bumble and bumble in New York City. I specialize in classic and creative cuts and colors. I also enjoy working on formal stylings for both prom and weddings. If your style runs conservative or avant-guarde, I will tailor the look to suit your taste. My styling services for Wedding Parties are available both in salon and on-site by request.

Han Mi N.

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 7
Training/Education:

  • Sheridan School of Cosmotology
  • Bumble and bumble
  • Trained in many companies' color and cutting workshops, including Matrix, Shinibi, Aquage and Framisi.

Specialties:

  • Extensions (SoCap - 100% Human Hair)
  • Japanese Straightening
  • Keratin Smoothing Treatments

Brief Bio: I really love working in this industry. The creativity and dedication of the people I work with helps keep me motivated and inspired. I aspire to bring excellence and professionalism to my craft and look forward toward working to maintain the goals I set for myself. When you leave my chair I hope that not only do you look better; you feel better!

Jessica

Designer Level: Senior
Location: Lochmere
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticeship with Julian and Fabian Pizzo
  • Salon Training - Product knowledge with bumble and bumble, Kerastase, and Davines
  • Cutting training with T&G Concepts (Carla Ross) and Vidal Sassoon

Brief Bio: Through training with Julian and Fabian Pizzo, as well as several other stylists at J&F Gemelli, I have established a great passion for hair. I love every aspect of this business, especially the continuing education. It is very important as a growing stylist to never become too comfortable doing one thing - there is always more to learn. The main reason I pursued a career in hair design was to make a person feel good about themselves, and that remains my number one priority.

Kristi

Designer Level: Master
Location: Cary Park & Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 6+
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticeship with owners Julian & Fabian
  • Aveda Concepts Institution
  • In-salon training with former educators from Vidal Sasson
  • Training with Davines, Sebastian, Bumble and bumble, MAC cosmetics, & Carla Ross
  • Brazilian Blowout and Keratin Complex Smoothing Systems

Specialties:

  • Make-up Application
  • Blowdry Styling
  • Natural Looking Color - flattering your skin tone and personality

Lita

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Cary Park
Years of Experience: 22
Training/Education:

  • Apprentice/Educator for Don Bewley CEO of Eufora International Intercoiffure
  • National Design Team Member for Italy HairFashion, Inc.
  • Color Instructor at Fila Barber School, MD.
  • Bumble and Bumble NY
  • Vidal Sassoon, Chicago
  • Redken Academy, NY
  • Carla Ross
  • Keratin by Coppola certified
  • Keralyze by Lysium Labs certified

Mary Beth D.

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 15
Training/Education:

  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Toni & Guy
  • Bumble and bumble
  • Carla Ross
  • Patrick Cameron - Formal Styling

Specialties:

  • All Hair Types
  • Weddings and Formal Stylings

Brief Bio: With over 10 years of training in the field, I am comfortable with a variety of hair types- from kinky curly to stick straight. I was trained in London at Vidal Sassoon, and then worked in Dallas for Toni & Guy. If you cherish your long locks or desire a contemporary short 'do, I will find the look that best suits you. Weddings and formal styling appointments are welcome to book with me. I am highly energetic and display my passion for the industry through my dedication to my clients. Through hands-on classes at Bumble and Bumble as well as in salon training, I provide my clients with only the best.

Matthew

Designer Level: Senior
Location: Cary Park
Years of Experience: 5+
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticeship with Julian and Fabian 1 1/2 years
  • Bumble and Bumble Academy, NY
  • Wella Academy, NY
  • Jet Rhys colour workshop
  • Classic cutting and colouring with Carla Ross
  • Master cutting with Carla Ross
  • Vidal Sassoon cutting workshop
  • Martin Parsons foundation updo workshop
  • Keratin by Coppola
  • Keralyze Quick Smooth

Meagan

Designer Level: Senior
Location: Lochmere
Years of Experience: 4
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticeship with Julian and Fabian Pizzo
  • Melvin Ainger (Vidal Sassoon)
  • Karla Ross (Jingles UK)
  • Redken Exchange
  • Product knowledge with bumble and bumble, Kerastase, and Davines
  • bumble and bumble training

Noelle

Designer Level: Master Location: Cary Park
Years of Experience: 10+
Training/Education:

  • Apprenticeship with salon owners Julian and Fabian for 1 1/2 years
  • Bumble and Bumble Academy, NY
  • Wella Academy, NY
  • Redken Academy, NY
  • Jet Rhys Colour workshop
  • Classic colouring and cutting with Carla Ross
  • Vidal Sassoon cutting workshop
  • Keratin by Coppola
  • Keralyze Quicksmooth
  • Specializing in updo styles

Rashelle H.

Designer Level: Master
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 12
Training/Education:

  • Bumble and bumble cutting class (New York)
  • Vidal Sassoon creative cutting (Scotland)
  • Wella
  • Carla Ross (Cutting)
  • Jett Rhys (Colour)
  • Various in-salon training with designers from Vidal Sassoon, tigi, and other influential industry names

Specialties:

  • Design Highlighting
  • Classic and Modern Cuts
  • Razor Shaping
  • Colour
  • Blowdry Styling
  • Product Knowledge

Brief Bio: I've worked at J&F Gemelli since 2002. My family got me interested in the business when I was younger. Early on, I saw how much fun "work" could be, and it still is. I enjoy being a designer; it is very rewarding to make people feel good about themselves and also be able to express my own creativity.

Reina

Designer Level: Master
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 9
Training/Education:

  • Assisted the owners for 2.5 years
  • Bumble and bumble
  • Redken Colour
  • Mondo Hair, in London
  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Patrick Cameron - Formal Styling
  • Carla Ross
  • Jett Rhys

Specialties:

  • Color Correction
  • "Edgy" Avant Garde Color, Cutting,& Styling
  • Runway & Formal Updos

Brief Bio: Began my training with J&F Gemelli 7 years ago and have been here ever since. My wide range of education has given me the ability to create all sorts of styles. I am always excited to try new trends and make my clients feel special. I love doing edgy cuts and colours!!!

Rob Schutzbach

Designer Level: Creative
Location: Stone Creek
Years of Experience: 13
Training/Education:

  • Wella
  • Toni & Guy
  • Vidal Sassoon
  • Renbow Color Academy
  • L’Oreal Color Academy
  • Bumble and bumble
  • Beth Minardi
  • Carla Ross
  • Jet Rhys

Brief Bio: Rob Schutzbach has been a hairdresser in the industry for 13 years. Rob has a strong technical foundation and also continues to train in and out of the salon to keep himself sharp and current. Rob’s philosophy is that suitability is the way to create a great shape and color. Rob takes into consideration each clients own lifestyle, face shape, head shape, and texture creating the best look for each individual without compromising the integrity of the hair.

Shayna

Designer Level: Classic
Location: Lochmere
Training/Education:

  • Two Year Apprenticeship with Owners Julian and Fabian
  • Master Colorist Jett Rhys Color Workshop
  • Bumble & bumble University Razor Cutting
  • Vidal Sassoon – Melvin Ainger
  • Continuous Wella Color Education
  • Carla Ross Classic Color and Cut
  • Sebastian Advocate
  • Product Knowledge: Kerastase, Bumble & bumble, Sebastian, and Wella

Teresa B.

Designer Level: Master
Location: Lochmere
Training/Education:

  • Continuing Education with:
  • Jingles International
  • Vidal Sassoon, London and Santa Monica
  • Scott Cole & Linda Yodice
  • Bumble & Bumble, NY
  • In salon training with Matrix, Logics, Rusk, Aveda, and Carla Ross

Brief Bio: With nearly 20 years in the industry and a theatrical background, I have the knowledge and creativity to meet your needs. My strengths lie in precision cutting, personalization, and dimensional color. My mission is to help you look and feel the best that you can.

Vivian D.

Designer Level: Master
Location: Lochmere
Years of Experience: 13
Training/Education:

  • Bumble and bumble
  • Vidal Sasson
  • Toni & Guy
  • Redken
  • Renbow

Specialties: Curly hair, Brazilian Blowout, Keratin Smoothing Treatment. All hair textures and lengths. I love doing dimensional highlights!