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Jack Ray Works Backstage at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week

Jack Ray with the Wella Backstage Team including Christopher Dove and Anthony Morrison

February 2014 (New York City) – Samuel Cole Salon co-owner, Jack Ray worked backstage at NY Fashion Week for the Milly by Michelle Smith show. Jack was invited to join the Wella Fashion Week Team lead by stylist and industry veteran, Christopher Dove. Christopher along with his business partner, Sonya Dove most recently worked as stylists for the latest Hunger Games movie. The Doves created the fantastical wigs for all of the Capital characters in the movie. Jack also had the opportunity work alongside Shear Genius’ Anthony Morrison.

“It’s incredible to be selected to work with such creative and talented celebrity stylists. It’s a rush to not only be working Fashion Week, but to also be working with the best in our industry,” said Ray.

Samuel Cole Salon Stylists Attend Bumble and bumble University in NYC

Veronique’s Model

November 18-19, 2013 (NEW YORK CITY) – Samuel Cole Salon recently sent three of their stylists for advanced education at Bumble and bumble University in NYC. Kelsey Wright, Erin Grogan and Veronique Breault attended a two-day workshop that was devoted entirely to styling hair entitled Styling I. They improved their foundational skills and fine-tuned their command of tools and products. They learned to control the flat brush and round brush and the virtue of consistency through replication by styling multiple models in hand-on sessions.

“Attending Bumble and bumble University was a truly amazing experience. What a phenomenal opportunity to improve my skill set. I am looking forward to taking what I learned back to my clients at Samuel Cole Salon,” said Veronique.

Samuel Cole Salon Works New York Fashion Week

September 7, 2013 (NEW YORK CITY, NY) – Samuel Cole Salon educator and stylist, Jenny Smith worked backstage at New York Fashion Week with the Sebastian editorial team on Christian Siriano’s 2014 Spring Collection show at Eyebeam Atlier. Smith created exotic, beachy pony tail styles inspired by Christian’s extended stay in Mexico.

“Executing the look to perfection with the fast pace rush to complete 35 models while Christian did a calm stroll through backstage to see his vision come together was unforgettable. Working with lead stylist, Anthony Cole and the entire Sebastian team was fabulous. The passion for our craft filled the room. I look forward to my next backstage opportunity,” said Smith.

Samuel Cole Salon sends Stylists for Advanced Education at Bumble & bumble

Samuel Cole Salon stylists (L-R) Kristina Weeks, Carolyn Nord, Alley Biehl

November 4-7, 2013 (New York City) – Samuel Cole Salon stylists, Kristina Weeks, Carolyn Nord and Alley Biehl attended Bumble & bumble University in New York City to participate in the exclusive Network Educator training program. According to Bumble & bumble, the Network Educator School “trains top talent in our Network salons to help inspire creativity, superlative customer service and retail success. Hairdressers at the height of their careers can translate their dedication, passion and expertise to their fellow stylists.” As Network Educators, Kristina, Carolyn and Alley will help conduct training workshops within Samuel Cole Salon.

“I always enjoy the challenge that attending BbU offers me to grow as a stylist and an educator,” said Weeks.

Samuel Cole Salon Network Educators Return to Bumble & bumble University in New York City

June 3-5, 2013 (RALEIGH, NC) – Samuel Cole Salon stylists and Network Educators, Sara Beard and Jenny Smith, returned to Bumble & bumble University in New York City to attend Network Educator II Workshop. According to Bumble, the Network Educator School “trains top talent in our Network salons to help inspire creativity, superlative customer service, and client education. Hairdressers at the height of their careers can translate their dedication, passion, and expertise to their fellow stylists.” After graduating as Network Educators from Network Educator I Workshop, Beard and Smith have been extensively involved in all salon educational events at Samuel Cole Salon. They also teach orientation and core education classes for all new stylists. The intense four day Network Educator II curriculum enhanced their basic educator skill set to grow them to the next level of confident and intuitive educators.

“There is no better source of inspiration for a hairdresser and educator than coming to Bumble and bumble,” said Beard.

“It has been an amazing privilege to work with such a talented group of educators who are full of knowledge and passion. Being part of the Bumble and bumble network opens a giant door of continuing future possibilities that I am eagerly awaiting. Until then, I leave this session inspired and humbled by the amazing talent I always encounter at the house of Bumble,” said Smith.

Samuel Cole Salon is owned by the husband and wife team and veteran stylists, Jack and Joelle Ray. “We are thrilled that Sara and Jenny are continuing their NE training. They are taking advantage of a phenomenal opportunity to train with the very best in the industry. We could not be prouder of them. In addition to their already rigorous schedules, they put in many extra hours preparing and teaching classes for our teams in which they utilize their skills gained from their education at Bumble’s NE courses”, said Joelle who also serves in the role of Director of Education for the salon.