I’ve always been drawn to things that allow me to be imaginative and to use my hands, whether learning to upholster a couch, to acquiring basic electrical repair, to crafting my holiday decorations. That imaginative and hands-on core attracted me to the hair industry where I found a sense of freedom and the creativity that comes with doing hair.

My journey to Salon Blue began over twenty years ago, when, after spending several years in a corporate environment, I started my formal education at The Douglas J Academy in Lansing. There I was instantly attracted to the coloring aspect of doing hair because in many ways it’s like building something. I found I enjoyed formulating color and creating the perfect shade for clients.

It was after moving to Grand Rapids and accepting my first position at Hotel Venus that I began working with Wella Color Products, which was a game changer for me. Wella provided the education that has helped me become proficient in such things as coloring essentials, crafting the perfect color, and corrective color. They also supply important technical support as needed. Over the past decade, I’ve studied at the Wella’s Chicago Studio several times, each time improving my ability to deliver to clients natural-looking, beautiful, wearable hair color.

I’ve also honed my hair cutting skills at The Sassoon Academy at their Chicago studio. Sassoon’s approaches to hair cutting are unique and I use these techniques to challenge myself to push the boundaries of my cutting creativity.

While I love my work, I do have passions outside of hair. I really enjoy gardening and I can spend hours outside cultivating and nurturing my plants while listening to a good audiobook. My husband and I are members of a car club and have collected a few vintage cars along the way that are perfect for road trips with friends. A great day off would include sitting in my garden with some good music with either a nice bourbon or a craft beer.

Contact: todd@salonbluegr.com

Hey — I’m Kate! As a graduate of Douglas J Aveda Institute, a cosmetology instructor, and 12+ years of experience behind the chair, I bring a wealth of knowledge to Salon Blue and expertise to each client's unique salon experience.

I have been a hair extension specialist for over 8+ years, offering transformative solutions to help you achieve your #hairgoals without heat, tape, glue, or sewing (permanent and non-permanent methods available)!

Many of my clients also come to see me for luxurious, rich, chocolatey brunettes, vibrant reds, and low-maintenance, sun-kissed, beachy balayages that make them feel like they just came back from a Hawaiian vacation! I also love creative, multi-dimensional color that I customize to your natural beauty, lifestyle, or desired vibe, and I’m ALWAYS game if you want to try something new. I know exactly how to make your hair look fun, while keeping it professional!

Kate charges an hourly rate based on her education, experience, skill, and demand. The amount of time you book is exactly what you pay for - no surprises, just one flat rate. Want to know how much time to schedule? Take a look at her services for suggested blocks of time. Fill out a consultation form, or schedule an in-person consultation with Kate today!

Contact: https://www.beambeautyco.com/

I love my job. Using my talents, creativity, and my visions , while incorporating various techniques, to craft coutured looks for each individual client. Looks that showcase one’s natural beauty with a polished flare, building confidence and self assurance! It’s been proven that if you look good ……. you actually feel even better! That’s the part of my job that I love the most~ boosting and improving the way people feel about themselves! I am committed that every client leaves feeling more beautiful than when they walked in!

I’ve been working behind the chair for over 25 years- for 17 of those years, I was a salon owner- Hotel Venus Salon, here in Grand Rapids.

I love all things hair, but one of my favorite specialties is Dimensional Blonding!

In my spare time, you can usually find me outdoors- loving life with my husband and our dog, or enjoying the company of family and friends!

To make an appointment with Kathy please call or text her at 616-915-0763.

Over the years of playing multiple sports like soccer, running, gymnastics, and dancing, I discovered the power of massage therapy upon receiving bodywork after a personal injury. My belief and dedication in the healing arts expanded from those results.

A 2002 graduate of Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences and a clinically trained and a licensed Therapeutic Massage Therapist, I am a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. I spent ten years working in both spa and medical massage therapy which allows me to offer a blend of both relaxation and results driven massage therapy through my practice, Recover Massage, which is housed in Salon Blue.

Since then, my training and specialties include Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports, Myofascial Release, Active Release Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure, and Craniosacral Massage. Years of experience based on my work in spas and alongside Chiropractors confirmed my belief that the combined therapies truly aid in the management of stress and pain-free living.

I continue to stay up-to-date and believe in increasing my knowledge by taking continuing education classes to exceed national board standards and patient expectations.