Meet the Team

Darin Jon
Salon Educator

As an ACE Trainer, Purefessional Full Spectrum Color Specialist, salon owner and now creator of his own in house salon education curriculum, Darin Jon has kept his passion for hair alive for 27 years.

The DJS Protégé B.O.S Program focuses on recruiting newly licensed cosmetologists and guiding them through an 8-10 month journey. During this time, new stylists learn to perfect their technique, enhance their existing strengths and create a long lasting career.

DJS Protégé: is are own in salon education program, featuring students that we call “pure talent;” professionals who are continuing their education and training under the guidance of a Darin Jon Studio educator. Starting at a lower price point, our guests will receive a consultation, stress-relieving scalp massage, and a haircut/blow-dry with a Pure Talent Stylist.


Cindy Franco

Master Trainer Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: My priority as a stylist is meeting my guest’s needs and making sure they leave with a smile. Natural looking highlights are my strength.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 1999

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Congress
  • Aveda color w/ David Adams
  • Haircutting w/ Antoinette Benders

Espie Carr
Master Trainer Stylist Daymaker
Perm Specialist

SPECIALTIES: I love working with each individual to create hairstyles that suit their personality and lifestyle. Whether it is color, texture, or a simple haircut, I’m always excited for the completed look.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2003

EDUCATION

  • Aveda Color
  • Tony & Guy
  • Paul Mitchell
  • Advanced training with industry leaders such as Ginger Boyle and Antoinette Benders

Malisa Andrade
Master Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: I love being creative with color and finishing with a precise, stylish cut. Making the guest feel beautiful and always important, Most of all being able to give them the Aveda experience.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2000

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Advanced Academy London
  • Aveda Advanced Academy New York
  • Aveda Core Cutting, Collection Cuts, Men’s Curriculum

Niki Mickler
Master Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: Being a hair stylist enables me to contribute my own personal knowledge and style with every guest. I love cutting all styles of hair and am always up for a new challenge.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2004

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Advanced Academy New York
  • Aveda Full Spectrum Color

Cristina Malavos
Master Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: I enjoy providing people with simple tools needed to achieve their everyday look as well as being involved with special events including updos and makeup.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2008

EDUCATION

  • DJS  Protégé Program
  • Aveda Color
  • Paul Mitchell the School


Kelsey Hansen
Studio Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: I love pampering my guests while making them look and feel incredible. I enjoy creating dimension and shape through cutting and color.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2007

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Color
  • Aveda Master Jam
  • Paul Mitchell the School

Cassie Feeley
Studio Stylist Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: I love delivering a luxurious and up lifting experience to each guest while learning new, exciting techniques to further my career.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2009

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Color Solutions
  • Aveda Product Knowledge

Nicole Park
Pure Talent Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: Being in the apprentice program inspires me on a daily basis and I truly look forward to being a professional in this industry.

Being able to work with a variety of people allows me to express my creative energy while learning about hair color, texture and shape.

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Color Solutions
  • Aveda Product Knowledge

Maria Esparza
Pure Talent Daymaker

SPECIALTIES: As a Pure Talent the Protégé program inspires me on a daily basis and I truly look forward to being a professional in this industry.

DJS PROFESSIONAL since 2010

EDUCATION

  • DJS Protégé Program
  • Aveda Color Solutions
  • Aveda Product Knowledge
  • Paul Mitchell the School

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