We’re in the business of transforming hair! Sit in the salon chair with one of our GDY-certified stylists and let our rockstar team work their magic.

BRIAN O'CONNOR
Co-Founder & CIO

Brian O’ Connor is a staple in the styling scene in the South’s entertainment capital, Nashville. With over 21 years of experience in color, cutting, and styling, Brian O’Connor’s artistry has been recognized by multiple credible publications including Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Allure, Bustle, and Mane Addicts. Since childhood, hair color has given Brian the courage to be different and he empowers others to do the same. By utilizing his craft for color and style, Brian masterfully develops high quality hair formulas that deliver incredible results.

Fun Fact:  You may know that I’ve been collaborating with Hayley Williams since the early 2000s, but I’ve also created looks for Fall Out Boy, Sheryl Crow, Lady A, Josh Dunn, Jewel and even former Vice President Al Gore!

@colormebrian

Location: Nashville, TN
Pronouns: he/him/his

Alexa Brooke
Director of Education

Alexa has been blazing the hair industry for thirteen years. While her specialty is balayage, blondes, and vivid color, Alexa is no stranger to iconic cuts. Her expertise and artist eye leaves each client satisfied with the vision and follow through. You can easily win her over with conversation about pets, the latest tv shows, and music that covers all decades.

Fun Fact: The first time I ever dyed my hair a vivid color was around 14. We weren’t allowed to have “unnatural colors” but I pushed the envelope as hard as I could without getting suspended with a vibrant, fire truck red. 

@alexabrooke

Location: Nashville, TN
Pronouns: she/her/hers

Jacob Lee
GDY Pro Stylist

Jacob specializes in creative color application and formulation. His style involves using bold colors to create contrast and emphasize the vibrant intensity of the colors. Much of his inspiration comes from Vincent Van Gogh, and the way he used complementary colors to create more distinction within his paintings.

Fun Fact: Paramore pulled me up on stage in 2013 to sing Anklebiters!

@jacobhair

Location: RVA, DC, MD, & VA
Pronouns: he/him/his

Ethan Hansen
GDY Pro Stylist

Ethan is a hair colorist and photographer specializing in creative transformations. His work is all about pushing boundaries, breaking the rules of hair, and redefining what’s considered “normal” in the industry. Ethan is passionate about turning visions into art and creating looks that challenge perception and spark inspiration.

Fun Fact: I grew up in a salon my entire life with a single mother who owned a salon, so I would beg to go to all the classes and play with the doll heads.

@ethanhansen4hair

Location: Los Angeles, CA & Austin, TX
Pronouns: she/her/hers

Brenda
GDY Pro Stylist

Brenda is a hair artist based in Compton, CA specializing in fun, chic and diverse looks. I especially love doing freestyle color work because it allows me to showcase my creativity and expertise without rules or limitations. What I’m most passionate about is music, art, fashion and  community. As I approach 7 years in the industry I hope to continue to bring inclusivity to the forefront by inspiring and proving that anyone can have cool, sexy hair.

Fun Fact: I have an archive of vintage hair t-shirts and books that I have been sourcing for years and plan on showcasing one day.

@c0mptonkitty

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Kayla Hardcore
GDY Pro Stylist

Kayla Macadaeg, also known as Kayla Hardcore Hair, is a hair artist with nine years of industry experience. She specializes in all things color, with a particular love for neons, every shade of green, and unique alternative designs.

Fun Fact: I love physical fitness! As someone who was always involved with sports growing up, I have always loved being active — plus, it comes in handy in the hair industry when you have to stand all day and do blowouts on thick hair (if you know, you know)!

@kayla.hardcorehair

Location: San Jose, CA
Pronouns: she/her/hers

Sonae
GDY Pro Stylist

Sonae is a global hair artist, color specialist, and bold trendsetter, known for her creative color work and precision styling — all finished with her signature rockstar edge. From high-fashion runways and chart-topping musicians to everyday individuals, Sonae’s mission is clear: to help every person feel like an icon in their daily life. Her work empowers clients to embody their own unique beauty and strength, inside and out.

Fun Fact: I love coloring my dog’s hair in my free time. 

@SonaeStyles

Location: Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, & Open to Travel
Pronouns: she/her/hers

Emily Blair

My signature style is a “do it yourself” vibe of colors and cuts that are crafted specifically for each client in my chair. I love the unpolished look of maybe your aunt did your hair in the kitchen crossed between something you would see on the Diesel Runway. 

Fun Fact: I have a photographic memory and I never lose anything because of it. 

@Blairhairproject

Location: Los Angeles, CA & Austin, TX
Pronouns: she/her/hers

Patrick Garcia
GDY Pro Stylist

Patrick Garcia is a color and hair extensions specialist based in San Antonio, TX. His creative style centers on blending vibrant hues with seamless extension techniques to create striking looks that make a bold statement of individuality and confidence.

Fun Fact: I’m fluent in English and Spanish, and I’m currently learning French. 

@Isthatpat

Location: San Antonio, TX
Pronouns: he/him/his

Meg Schipani
GDY Pro Stylist

Meg Schipani is a freelance hairstylist who specializes in creative hair color. She loves creating looks on wigs for music videos, photoshoots, and editorials. Meg is also a freelance photographer and loves creating striking imagery that tells a story. Her interest in art, photography, and storytelling also extends to a love for classical music.

Fun Fact: I have a dog named Rudy, who is my bestie!

 @Shmeggsandbaconn

Location: Los Angeles, CA & Austin, TX
Pronouns: she/her/hers

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