Art Cortez - Stylist​
Art comes to Gleam Salon after eighteen years of experience as a Senior Hair Stylist with a popular Upper West Side salon. With skills developed through extensive training from the Vidal Sassoon Institute and Tony & Guy, his expert cutting talent, professionalism and reputation for excellence has led to a loyal client following. Art's sincere and caring personality brings something special to his client relationships.​
Alejandra Pacheco - Stylist / Colorist​
Alejandra brings many years of experience from her early formation at Vidal Sassoon’s Academy in California and other extensive trainings in Europe with the likes of Jacques Dessange and Toni & Guy. Now, as part of the Gleam Salon NYC team, Alejandra is committed to provide you with the technical excellence in both cut and color that has been her trademark for almost twenty years in the business.
Ismael Mosquera - Colorist
Ismael comes to Gleam Salon with ten years of experience working with top hair colorists on Madison Avenue and the Upper West Side. He has acquired numerous hair coloring techniques while developing many of his own. Ismael has established a personal trust with his clients by offering them their own unique color with personalized care.​
Suzana Blejec - Colorist / Texture Specialist​
Suzana brings twenty years of professionalism and precision as a New York City hair colorist. She was Vidal Sassoon educated throughout Europe and has attained educator levels with Schwarzkopf, Koleston, Wella and Goldwell. Suzana is a true expert who has been able to establish a loyal following with years of expert consultations with her clientele. She looks forward to providing the same tailored care to clients at Gleam Salon.
Danielle Ardolino - Stylist
Danielle comes to Gleam Salon from Madison Avenue where she began her extensive training. She worked with Kim Lepine, Minardi Salon and on the Upper West Side. Her experience, knowledge and creativity led to membership on the prestigious NYC Sebastian Advocate Team. For over eleven years Danielle has gained the trust of her clients through precision cutting and styling, relationship she looks forward to continuing at Gleam Salon.
WE PROVIDE THE EXPERTISE OF A LARGE SALON
IN AN INTIMATE AND FRIENDLY ENVIROMENT
GLEAM TEAM
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Eva Flores - Stylists' Apprentice
Eva came from Acapulco to New York in 2003 to pursue her dream of becoming a professional hair stylist. Inspired by her fashion experience in the entertainment industry, she enrolled in Empire Beauty School in 2011. She is excited to continue her training at Gleam Salon as she advances her career.
Michael Wittke - Stylist
Michael was inspired to become a stylist from a young age by his mother, a salon owner herself. Now, residing in North Brooklyn and having a background in graphic design, he is inspired by all sorts of design aspects found through out the city. Technical precision and understanding his clients' desires are the keys to his success. He is currently building his clientele as a Junior Stylist at Gleam Salon. His on-going work outside of the salon also helps him hone in on his trade and gain more exposure in the beauty and fashion industry.
Christie Lara - Salon Coordinator
Christie joins Gleam Salon with over five years of experience in the beauty industry. Starting as a Customer Service Representative for Paul Mitchell Systems of South Florida, she quickly gained knowledge in the culture of the hair and beauty industry. Throughout her career, she has furthered her education with up-to-date business classes. Christie strives to help each clients’ experience at Gleam feel extraordinary. Her true love for the art is what makes each day at Gleam a memorable one!
Robert Boggess - Front-end Concierge
Since moving to New York from his native Oregon, Robert has been involved in office management, the arts, client relations, and high-end retail. Having earned a Degree in Administration from Wagner College, he is well versed in and continually exhibits professionalism, care, and courtesy in every clients' experience at Gleam Salon.
