Artists Profiles
Dion Bolt
With 12 years experience in the industry, Dion has proven himself time & time again. He has won numerous awards both in CUTTING and TOTAL LOOK competitions, becoming recognized both locally and internationally. Dion has achieved his masters of Hair Design under the Rusk Design Team. By using innovative texture techniques his haircuts are extremely flexible and work on a wide range of people. Dion works full time and is extremely busy, please allow 1 to 2 weeks advance notice to book an appointment.
Barbie Shea Thomson
"It's all about the hair!" Barbie has been in the industry for 6 years. Color is Barbie's first love moving on to Up-Do's where her real creativity is displayed on her clients and admired by her peers. Men's cutting also ranks high on Barbie's list, competing and winning an "all male" competition. Barbie works full time and is extremely busy please allow 1 to 2 weeks advance notice to book an appointment.
Lana Balaia
Winner of many awards both locally & nationally. Trained in Russia, Lana brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to The Hair Connection team. Her strongest desire is cutting and giving the highest standard of customer service.
Tara Cheeseman
Believes in letting creativity just happen. With simple & thoughtful techniques her clientele are always sporting the latest fashion. Tara has also worked part time with Redken NYC for 5 years. Her strongest passion is color.
Ashley Gray
Graduating at the top of her class, winner of Skills Canada for the province and a provincial gold medal winner in a cutting competition in 2006; Ashley has an aggressive edge both on off the stage. Her motivation is what makes her successful.
Brenda (Hickey) Dunphy
Unsurpassed in her field, Brenda offers unique advice in hair repair. Her clientele can expect the ultimate customer service and pampering. She has just been appointed Redken's in-salon ambassador for the Hair Connection.
Jennifer Deering
Jennifer takes pride in her work. Through lengthy consultations, her cuts & color placements are tailored to the individual client. She has recently traveled to Halifax where she had training in corrective color. Jennifer is also a member of the Redken Specialist Program.
Penny Fifield
Penny believes a good consultation is the key to customer service. As well as working behind the chair for 20 years some of her accomplishments are: educator with a national team, sales consultant and platform artist. Penny has trained both nationally and internationally, each time bringing the latest trends of fashion to her clientele.
Kelly Nolan
Kelly has a very large and diversified clientele, allowing her to be creative in the use of color, style and texture. She has always kept her self informed through new technology and educational seminars. Her passion for the industry has definitely paid off with an exceptional clientele. "I love my job. It's very rewarding!"
Alex Dinn
Alex has trained extensively both nationally & internationally. In addition, he has worked as an educator & platform artist with Goldwell (leading hair-color company). His expertise is in color and classic long hairstyling. Alex takes great pride in his work with a diversified clientele.
Cheryl Cooper
Over 25 years in her profession Cheryl says: "Her inspiration comes from years of experience, combined with talent and a wonderful Clientele." It's all about customer service and self-satisfaction. Cheryl has been with The Hair Connection for 17 years.
Nancy Furey
Three time award-winning stylist, Nancy is no stranger to the industry. Competition is in her blood. She is presently in training with the Redken Specialist Program. Color and modern long hairstyling (up-do's etc.) are her specialties.
Tina Williams
Tina believes that hair stylists should always be based on functionality, sensibility and simplicity. Her clientele base couldn't agree more. Education is first and foremost for Tina, passing it on to her clients through product knowledge which supports their styles.