Samuel Cole Salon, Author at Samuel Cole Salon

Raleigh Salon Owners Assist Oribe at Intercoiffure’s Fall Atelier 2011

October 15-17, 2011 (NEW YORK CITY, NY) – Intercoiffure’s 2011 Fall Atelier featured legendary hair stylist, Oribe Canales. To assist him in bringing his vision to the stage, he enlisted the help of Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of Samuel Cole Salon. The Rays spent tireless hours styling hair for all of the models for an incredible segment that Oribe designed. His vision was inspired by statues in an abandon train station in Prague, the French song “Gigi Amarousa”, and a painting by Oribe himself. The Rays got to immerse themselves in the true artistry of editorial hair design. The event was a huge success and was attended by Sarah Jessica Parker, who presented “The Visionaire Award” to Oribe. The Rays we also officially inducted (“pinned”) into the prestigious Intercoiffure.

“The Ray’s are a unique, creative team that understand style and possess great technical ability. They have assisted Oribe on multiple occasions. The Ray’s are currently members of Oribe hair care’s advanced technical team,” said Daniel Kaner, President of Oribe Hair Care.

Samuel Cole Salon Selected as Stylists for Revlon Spokes Model, Elaine Irwin at Redken Celebrity Golf Event in Raleigh

October 10, 2011 (RALEIGH, NC) – Samuel Cole Salon stylists readied Revlon super model, Elaine Irwin for her appearance at Revlon’s Celebrity Golf Event at The North Ridge Country Club. Revlon teamed up with Rex Healthcare for the event. With Revlon’s support Rex plans to get a second mobile breast cancer screening unit on the road soon.

Irwin is the face of Almay Cosmetics, a division of Revlon. According Irwin’s rep, one of the most important aspects of these types of events is to make sure that the guest celebrity is pleased with their hair and makeup. To ensure this happened, Revlon placed its confidence in Samuel Cole Salon.

“We here at Revlon cannot thank you enough for your services on Monday morning for Elaine. She was the perfect choice for our event and was so relaxed and comfortable throughout the day. I am quite sure that the fact that she was totally pleased with both hair and makeup helped make that happen.

Jack and Joelle have done an outstanding job of finding the right talent for their salons and we are grateful that they were so willing to share the both of you with us and our event.

Again, many thanks for a job well done,” Karen Schlett (Revlon).

Samuel Cole Salon Makes Salon Today Magazine’s Exclusive Top 200 Salons List for North America

January 2011 (RALEIGH, NC) – Samuel Cole Salon was once again named one of the top 200 salons in North America by Salon Today magazine in four categories – Growth, Compensation/Benefits, Retention/Referral Programs, and Retail/Merchandising. This exclusive list is published annually and selects salons based on their best business practices and salon growth.

“The Salon Today Top 200 celebrates the best of the best in our business. We are thrilled and honored to be recognized again this year,” commented Joelle Ray, co-owner of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie with her husband, Jack Ray.

Jack and Joelle Ray Inducted into the Beauty Industry’s Most Prestigious Organization

Joelle Ray, Gina Kahn, Jack Ray

October 2010 (New York, NY) – Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of the award-winning Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie were recently inducted into Intercoiffure America/Canada . Intercoiffure is touted as the beauty industry’s most prestigious professional organization. Their impressive membership roster includes top salons such as Adam Broderick Salon & Spa, Mario Tricoci Salon, and Robert Cromeans Salon. The organization prides itself on bringing the leaders of the most successful enterprises in the professional beauty industry together. Intercoiffure believes that sharing ideas is one of the most powerful benefits of membership.

Jack Ray, Lois Christie, Joelle Ray

The Rays took part in the two day induction ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City that included a black tie dinner where they enjoyed first class entertainment and speakers.

“Our membership in this esteemed industry organization is truly an honor. We can’t wait to tap into the organization’s resources,” said Joelle.

“When we received word that we were going to be inducted, I was ecstatic. I consider this a huge milestone for us. It is humbling to know that all of our hard work in building a successful business has been recognized by such an elite beauty industry organization like Intercoiffure,” said Jack.

October Issue of Modern Salon Features Jack and Joelle Ray’s Inspiration

October 2010 (Raleigh, NC) – Jack and Joelle Ray, co-owners of the award-winning Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie, share their inspiration in Modern Salon’s October 2010 issue. As part of the magazine’s Style Watch section, the Inspiration Board features sound bites from industry experts, like the Rays, on what inspires them. Read about what inspires the Rays in Modern Salon.