To Grace at Organic Salon Systems:

Thank you for showing me that color does not have to be intimidating. It was so much easier to understand and use the Organic Color line properly when you have such thorough education and resources available to help! My clients love the fact that your products help keep their hair in such great condition before and after the color service.

Debra Thomas

His ‘N Hers Hair

Milpitas, CA

BTC Member Since 2008

To Vidal Sassoon, Beth Minardi and Sam Villa,

I count you all among my mentors. I have been working as a stylist and colorist for more than 42 years, and your wisdom, knowledge, passion and honesty in our profession has enabled me to learn, grow, earn and share. The time and money I’ve invested in your education has allowed me to triple my income in the past 3 years! I am working fewer hours, yet remain as passionate as ever. You three have enabled me to bring the beauty of inner self to each of my clients—as well as myself. Thank you!

Elaine Maitland

Salon by the Sea

Sea Girt, NJ

BTC Member Since 2005

To everyone in the industry,

Hats off to you for providing helpful step-by-step color tutorials, cutting techniques and styling tips! Thank you all!

Lovely

Hair Rock Cafe

Oak Park, MI

BTC Member Since 2010

Dear Beth Minardi,

You are such an inspiration! Through your advanced color education, professionalism and commitment to this industry, I discovered true passion and have grown immensely. Thank you!

Destiny Cox

Destiny Cox International/DN Stylez

Memphis, TN

BTC Member Since 2006

Dear Paul Brown,

Ever since I met you in Hawaii, I have made it a goal to further my career because I was so impressed by your passion and drive. I became an educator for your company and met some wonderful people. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of something so big!

Sandra Baliya

MosaicSalon

Morgnville, NJ

BTC Member Since 2003

To my boss, Heather:

Ever since I knew I wanted to do hair every day for the rest of my life, I dreamed of owning my own spa, making my own rules, designing everything inside and out and handpicking my staff. I have worked in a few places before, yet nothing is like The Face and Body Spa. When I went in for my interview, it was love at first sight. It was everything you could dream for! Over time, my love for this spa has only grown stronger. And Heather, you have taught me so much! Your spa is completely drama free! It is everything I have ever wanted in my own spa. All in all, I don’t think I will open my spa anymore; I love this place too much! But if you decide to start a chain, you know who to call to manage a branch!

Krista Barbetta

The Face and Body Spa

Yardley, PA

BTC Member Since 2008

To Mr. Nick Arrojo:

Your work and style inspire me to be better and better everyday. I know that one day, I will be onstage helping you! Thank you.

Jackie Nino

Ramone Pierre Salon & Spa

Davie, FL

BTC Member Since 2005

To all of our readers and fans,

We just wanted to take a moment to say “thank you” to all of our loyal readers at behindthechair.com! It’s a pleasure to bring you the best knowledge, advice, step-by-steps, collections (you get the picture!) the industry has to offer. So Happy Valentine’s Day, we’re lucky to count every single one of you as our Valentines!

XOXO,

The BTC Team

Dear Pam Pirolli,

Ever since I was a little girl, you have been my role model. I loved watching you cut hair, and seven years into hairdressing, I still love watching you cut. You are stylish, smart and the best hairdresser I ever seen! You’ve taught me so much; I’m so lucky to have you as a mentor and an aunt! Thank you so much for introducing me to this business!

Jacquie Slate

The Head Chop

Manchester, CT

BTC Member Since 2005

Dear Mom,

You have made the biggest impact on me in this industry. I remember when I was little and spent time with you in the salon; I’d use your leftover bleach and color and apply it to scrap hair—I would entertain myself for hours. And what do you know, I’m now grown and do hair for a living. I am so grateful I have you to help me along the way to pass on your knowledge, tips and tricks. Because of you I love my job and am successful. Thanks mom! I love you!

Rosie B

Hair at the Ritz

Pleasant Hill, CA

BTC Member Since 2009