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Richard Joseph - English Village and Inverness Village
Master Stylist
Richard Joseph started Richard Joseph SalonSpa in 1991 after
nearly two decades of being a stylist. He is a Master Stylist,
registered in Alabama, Florida and Tennessee and has completed
all levels of Aveda and Pivot Point. Richard’s past work
has been seen in Birmingham Magazine, Portico, Elle, Birmingham
News, Birmingham Post Herald and Over the Mountain Journal.
He has also been a guest on ABC, Fox’s Good Day Alabama,
NBC’s Morning Show and CBS.
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Kevin Conner - English Village
Master Stylist and Colorist
Kevin, a master stylist, joined our staff in 2002. He has since
built his business as a hair designer and colorist. Kevin has
extensive training in color and color correction. Whether you're
looking for a natural look or a progressive edgy look, he can
help you achieve it. Kevin's work can be seen on models in Portico
Magazine, Health Magazine, Portico Wedding Magazine, at the
2005, 2006 and 2007 Portico Bridal Fair Fashion Show and on
NBC's Mid Day Makeover.
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Alan Sheffield - English Village
Master Stylist and Colorist
Alan began his business in 1982 at Studio and began working
with Richard in 1984 after apprenticing under Martha Branum
and Gerard. He also studied at Alabama Barber College. His work
has been seen in Parisian Advertisements, Lily Heflin Fashion
Shows and he has made several appearances, on local television
segments, films and magazines.
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Jonathan Fowler - English Village
Artistic Director and Master Colorist
Jonathan joins our staff from Huntsville, Alabama. He
is a Pivot Point graduate and an Aveda-certified haircolor educator.
Jonathan takes great pride in providing education to anyone with
an open mind to learn. His work has been featured in the Huntsville
Times, Go, Rocket and Huntsville Event magazines. His expertise
in the world of color makes Jonathan the perfect fit for anybody
wanting a fresh new look with impeccable color.
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Michele Neely - English Village and Inverness Village
Master Stylist/Colorist
Michele joined Richard Joseph Salon Spa in 2010; bringing 20 plus years of expertise with her. Michele has trained with celebrity stylists across the nation and is an award winning color artist, with the experience needed to correct or perfect anyone's hair color. Michele has extensive training in pivot point, Vidal Sassoon, and American crew hair sculpting techniques. Michele has been highly influenced by a vast international guest list, ranging from Paris to Tokyo. She has been compared to top stylists around the world. |
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Emily Wright - English Village
Stylist and Colorist
A Birmingham native, Emily studied art and literature at the
University of New Mexico before moving to Los Angeles, and eventually
New Orleans, to work as a chef. She joined the beauty industry
in 2004 and has trained extensively with Aveda since becoming
a member of the Richard Joseph team in 2006. Hairstyling has
proven to be a truly rewarding career, combining Emily's creativity
and love of art with the deep satisfaction she finds in working
with her hands. Her philosophy: Listen to the client. Work with
the hair, not against it. Doing hair is about more than just
creating beautiful colors and cuts--it's about building relationships.
Each guest is unique, with his or her own set of needs.
Emily specializes in low maintenance, fashion-forward hairstyles
customized to suit the client's lifestyle and personality. Her
work has appeared in Portico and Birmingham Magazine. Areas
of particular interest include corrective color; unfussy, easy-to-style
hair and men's cuts.
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Angel Alexander - Inverness Village
Master Stylist
Angel has been a member of the Richard Joseph team for almost 4 years. She is a master cosmetologist specializing in haircolor, haircutting, upstyles and make-up. She completed the apprenticeship program at Richard Joseph Salon Spa at English Village in 2008, and currently presides in our Inverness Village location. She has in-depth training with Aveda for the latest trends for color and cutting techniques. Her work has been featured in Portico, Birmingham magazine, and has been seen in Portico Bridal shows. Angel welcomes new clients to show all the many talents she has to offer. She looks forward to many more years with RJSS.
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Shelby McDonald – English Village
Stylist
Shelby joins our staff from Richard Joseph Studio SalonSpa where
he completed his apprenticeship. Shelby specializes in Bridal
and Editorial work. He has been featured in Southern Beauty magazine,
My Scoop and seen at Bromberg’s Baubles and Bombshells,
the Wynfrey Bridal Show, and the Humane Society Fashion Show.
He is inspired by fashion, beauty and Lady Ga Ga. His goal as
a stylist is to inspire beauty and teach others how to achieve
it.
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Daryl Walker – Inverness Village
Stylist
Daryl studied biomedical sciences at Auburn University before attending Aveda Institute Birmingham. She trained in Classes with Michael Baker, and James Ryder Make-up Labs.
Her work experience includes the much-lauded William Edge Salon in Texas.
Aspiring to be the best in her field, she is fostering her talents in all phases of the hair industry.
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Teresa Nelson - English Village
Master Colorist, Hair Straightening and Extensions
Teresa has been a master colorist and cosmetologist since 1975, an Aveda color coach since 1994 and certified in Phiten-Yuko Thermal Reconditioning since 2001. Teresa was featured on the Fox evening news when the Thermal Reconditioning was first launched. She updates her training yearly at the Phiten-Yuko headquarters in California for Thermal Reconditioning and attends Aveda color classes seasonally.
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Alison Berryhill - Inverness Village
Stylist
Alison joined Richard Joseph in 2008 as an apprentice at our English Village location where she received training in hair cutting and color. She has a strong background with Aveda products and continues to attend educational classes to learn the latest trends in cuts and color for any age. Alison is now located at our Inverness Village location and looks forward to giving each guest the haircut or color desired to suit their everyday needs.
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Susan Egas - Inverness Village
Stylist and Colorist
Susan Egas graduated from Paul Mitchell, The School of Atlanta in 2007 as a Master Cosmetologist. She has worked as an independent hairstylist for more than 4 years while continuing her education in the latest techniques for color, cutting, and styles. Her accomplishments and interests include: her two amazing children, Annie and Owen; becoming a Scuba Divemaster; and exhibiting her freelance artwork. It is through her artistic ability and creativity that allows her to create a unique and personalized look for each client. |
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Michael Helms - Inverness Village
Stylist
Michael joins the Richard Joseph team with extensive experience in the beauty industry. Having worked with a variety of product lines, including Aveda, Schwartzkopf, Bumble and bumble, and Keratin Complex, he can offer a dynamic perspective for the needs of your hair. Michael has a particular interest in texture services, offering everything from simple relaxers to Keratin smoothing treatments and Aveda permanent retexturizers. |
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Spivey Woods
Born in Birmingham, raised in Arkansas, Spivey Woods has spent the last two years in St. Petersburg Florida perfecting her craft and is excited to give Birmingham a little pizzazz. Fun loving, self driven, and down to earth, Spivey is ready to give your hair the life it needs and deserves.
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Kelsey Jones - Inverness Village
Apprentice
After graduating from UAB with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and working for a dermatology clinic, Kelsey Jones has joined the Richard Joseph team and is well on her way to becoming a world class stylist. As she completes her apprenticeship, Jones is receiving extensive training in the latest Aveda hair color and cutting trends. She promises to show each guest her artistry with creative color and cuts, customized to fit whoever sits in her chair.
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Massage Therapist
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Beth Gundersen - English Village
Massage Therapist
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Jamorris Rivers
Massage Therapist
Jamorris Rivers is a native of Dadeville, Alabama. He attended the University of Alabama and holds a degree in Spanish and Dance. As a ballet dancer, Jamorris has performed with several dance companies in Birmingham and toured internationally. Jamorris transitioned to study the healing arts at Red Mountain Institute. There he received dual certification in Clinical Massage and Neuromuscular Therapy. Jamorris' modalities include Hot Stones, Classical Thai, Chakra Balancing, and Reflexology. Jamorris worked as a physical therapy technician gaining a variety of experience and practice before entering the Spa at Richard Joseph. Now a post-baccalurate student, Jamorris is an assistant lab instructor for the UAB Biology Department.
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Brent Scrivner - English Village & Inverness Village
Massage Therapist
Brent Scrivner joined the Richard Joseph team in 2010. He attended The
Birmingham School of Massage where he received his certification in Swedish,
Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Hot Stone Massage. Brent also received
a teaching certification from Birmingham Yoga and teaches at Birmingham Yoga
Studio as well as the local Gold’s Gym clubs. Brent uses his combined training to
create a massage experience that incorporates breathing, stretching, and a focused
uninterrupted flow whether you need relaxation or relief from pain and tension.
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Amy Self
Massage Therapist
Amy Self, a native of North Carolina, has lived in Alabama for the last 35 years. She received her BSW from UAB and worked in the social work field for several years before graduating from the Red Mountain Institute for the Healing Arts in 2000 She received a duel certification in Clinical Massage and Neuromuscular Therapy. Her modalities include Hot Stones, Chakra Balancing, Reflexology and Craniosacral Therapy.
Amy was regional massage therapist of the year in 2009 for a national franchise. She has worked at Richard Joseph's since October 2011.
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Esthetician |
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Surekha Arya - English Village
Master Esthetician
Surekha joins our staff from a very diverse background. Originally from India, she earned a Master of Arts degree from Bombay University and taught high school physics. She is certified as a Microsoft Database Administrator and Solution Developer -- all before entering the field of esthetics.
Surekha brings eight years of skin care experience to our team and has worked with numerous product lines in spa as well as medical settings.
Surekha has published editorial work with the Birmingham News, FOX6, and Birmingham Baby magazine.
Her philosophy on skin care is that "we can can all have 'Happy Skin' by taking good care of it. It's all about preventing the aging process." |
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Rhada Hutchison - English Village
Esthetician
Hailing from Brisbane Australia, where she had been working in one of the leading medical spas and graduated from the College of Natural Medicine with a diploma in Beauty Therapy, Rhada brings over ten years experience in the beauty industry. Her last five years have been focused solely on esthetics. She has worked in natural health centers in both London, England and Australia. After growing up in the skin cancer capital of the world, she is passionate about correcting and protecting. Her philosophy is, "What greater investment is there than your face? It's your identity".
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Jennifer Manat - English Village
Esthetician
An original member of the Richard Joseph Spa team, Jennifer
Manat is our Skin Care Specialist and also doubles as Massage
Therapist.
She studied physics, and classical Greek and Latin at the University
of Alabama, where she won the Women's Latin Award, and twice
was awarded the yearly Perry Classics scholarship. She has studied
ancient, medieval, and Renaissance art and culture throughout
Italy in UA's Alumni Campus Abroad program. She graduated at
the top of her class at the Red Mountain Institute for the Healing
Arts. Currently she is studying art history at UAB.
Manat has fourteen years' combined experience in the spa and
skin care realm, and worked as a medical assistant in a dermatology
clinic, and as a medical spa technician in a laser clinic before
joining Richard Joseph in 2001. Her medical work prompted Manat
to educate clients concerning the ravages of sun damage, and
ultimately preventing skin cancer. She embraces Aveda’s
holistic spa philosophy of restoring balance using a nuturing,
high-touch approach.
She has been interviewed in Birmingham Magazine, and has written
and been featured in numerous editorials in Portico, About Town,
and Birmingham Magazine.
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Anna Woodham - Inverness Village
Esthetician
A board-certified aesthetician and graduate from Skinatics School
of Aesthetics, Anna joins RJSS with over five years of combined
experience in spa and medical settings.
Enthusiastic about assisting clients achieve their
individual skin goals, she regularly attends continuing education
classes and training to provide the newest and most advanced treatments
available.
She specializes in facial treatments, and facial
and body waxing. She also performs threading and lash extensions.
Monday through Friday she works in Inverness Village,
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Nail Technician |
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Susan Payton - English Village
Spa Specialist
Susan began her career at Richard Joseph SalonSpa in 2000 as
a chemical assistant, and has since completed the required hours
for an apprenticeship and obtained her cosmetology license.
She has attended various Aveda classes covering such topics
as aromology, hair color, hand and foot relief. Susan also performs
manicures, pedicures and wet room treatments in our spa.
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Makeup Artist |
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Lindsay Garrett
Makeup Artist
A native to Birmingham, Lindsay studied theatre and communications at Auburn University as an athlete. She comes to us with almost a decade of artistry under her belt. Lindsay has been certified by Sephora University as a Color Expert, and made her way to the Sephora Pro Beauty Team semi-finals in 2009. Her most recent work has been as a freelance artist for events and photo shoots and giving classroom makeup lessons. Lindsay's background is diverse, ranging from the everyday five minute face, to high performance for the athletic client, to avant garde. |
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Jeremy Arthur
Business Administrator
Jeremy joins the Richard Joseph team with an extensive background in music performance. When he's not helping you find that perfect appointment, Jeremy is moonlighting as an orchestral bassoonist or singing in a choir. He is currently vice president of the Red Mountain Chamber Orchestra of which he has been a member for ten years. Jeremy lets his creative side show at Richard Joseph with his writing for the salonspa's monthly editorial, "Trendspotting," in Birmingham Magazine. Jeremy's primary concern at Richard Joseph is to ensure that every guest receives the best possible experience our team can provide.
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Jonathan Fowler - English Village
Artistic Director and Master Colorist
Jonathan joins our staff from Huntsville, Alabama. He is a Pivot Point graduate and an Aveda-certified haircolor educator. Jonathan takes great pride in providing education to anyone with an open mind to learn. His work has been featured in the Huntsville Times, Go, Rocket and Huntsville Event magazines. His expertise in the world of color makes Jonathan the perfect fit for anybody wanting a fresh new look with impeccable color.
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Joyce Montgomery - English Village
Spa Concierge
Joyce grew up in Mountain Brook, Alabama, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Birmingham Southern College. She spent sixteen years teaching elementary school in Birmingham and Mississippi.
She spent eight years in Buying and Advertising at Parisian Corporate.
Joyce comes to Richard Joseph with an interest in spa and wellness.
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Support Staff |
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Lauren Philen - English Village
Guest Services
Hailing from Montgomery, AL, Lauren joined the Richard Joseph Team in 2007. As the daughter of a stylist and salon owner, she brings a lifelong background and extensive knowledge of style, hair care, and salon management to RJSS.
Lauren studied Fine Art at The University of Montevallo, where she graduated in 2005 with her BFA, concentrating in photography. She continues to work as a freelance photographer in her spare time.
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Wendy Cruse - English Village
SalonSpa Chef |
