The Inspire team takes pride in our service, our industry & our planet.
ellicott city, maryland
INSPIRE SALON
The dedicated Inspire team is committed to constantly advancing our hair knowledge of the latest trends and techniques, ensuring that you receive the utmost quality of service. We are conveniently located in the Turf Valley Shopping Center, Ellicott City Md. As a proud member of the green circle salon community, we go the extra mile by recycling everything, including shampoo bottles, foils, and even every single strand of hair that lands on the floor during your haircut.
ABOUT OUR SALON
MASTER/SENIOR STYLIST
Cutting Level- Senior Color Level - master
As one of Inspire’s short hair specialists, no matter if you are looking for a clipper cut, a pixie, or a bob, you are in great hands with Christine! She loves creating low-maintenance styles for her clients, encouraging them to embrace their natural texture and cutting to enhance or control it. Outside of the salon, her creativity shows itself in jewelry making, baking, and other crafty hobbies!
SENIOR STYLIST
CUTTING LEVEL- SENIOR COLOR LEVEL - SENIOR
Lia joined our team in 2021 after completing extensive training under platform hair artists. She loves creating blended, lived-in color for her guests, and is also one of Inspire’s extension specialists. If you’re looking for balayage or vivid colors, Lia is your girl! Outside of the salon, you’ll find Lia at the gym or listening to music with friends.
SALON OWNER
Kathleen's passion to explore eco-conscious, sustainable alternatives in the beauty industry allowed her to open the doors of Howard County’s first organic salon in 2013. Behind the chair for over 10 years, she quickly found another passion: educating and empowering other stylists while creating a team-based, supportive environment for them to grow. As the driving force behind Inspire, she focuses on growing her stylists and continues to push boundaries in the beauty industry.
stylists
SENIOR stylist
Cutting Level- Senior Color Level - Senior
While furthering her education as a color specialist, Kara has found a love for lived in balayage looks and vivid, bright colors! She loves enhancing her client's color in ways that are low maintenance, and giving them fun pops of color. At home, Kara can usually be found with her nose in a book, crafting, or playing video games!
SENIOR stylist
Cutting Level- Senior Color Level - SENIOR
In Elizabeth’s book, blonder is better! She specializes in creating beautiful, natural looking highlights and always finishes a service with a voluminous a blow out that will keep your hair bouncy for days. When the weather permits, Elizabeth loves spending time in the sun at the beach and is a huge advocate of reducing, reusing and recycling!
MASTER STYLIST
Cutting Level- Senior Color Level - Master
Jenni loves creating vibrant red-heads, sun-kissed brunettes, and low maintenance blondes. Specializing in thick & curly hair, Jenni thrives with transformative cuts, helping you learn to embrace your hair’s natural texture, or creating color placement to enhance the way your hair moves and lays. When not at home, this vegan mom of two can be found in her garden or on a long hike with her rescue pup, Clay.
SENIOR STYLIST
Cutting Level- Senior Color Level - Senior
Jordan joined our team in 2023 with three years of prior experience. She enjoys creating dimensional, lived-in color for her guests, and is also one of Inspire's Hair Extension specialists. From blondes to reds or brunettes, Jordan will take great care of you and help you achieve your hair goals.
MASTER stylist
Cutting Level- MASTER Color Level - MASTER
Brian became a valued member of our team in 2024, following a decade-long tenure in the heart of NYC's bustling beauty scene. With a rich background in fashion, commercial, runway, and celebrities, Brian is an expert in the art of cutting. His skillset encompasses a wide range of textures, shapes, and lengths making him adept at crafting anything from timeless long layers to chic bobs or daring edgy razor cuts.
senior STYLIST
Cutting Level- senior Color Level - senior
Tess joined our team in 2024, bringing over a decade of experience with her. Growing up, she spent countless hours in salons where her mom worked as a hairstylist, fostering her deep passion for the beauty industry from an early age. This passion has driven her to pursue a career where she truly belongs. Tess is a versatile stylist, excelling in everything from short and long cuts to curly hair, highlights, color, and vivids
junior stylist
Cutting Level- JUNIOR Color Level - JUNIOR
Alexis recently completed her in-salon training and has joined our team as a junior stylist. She specializes in balayage, vivid colors, and haircutting. Alexis is passionate about making people feel beautiful and truly heard while they're in her chair. Currently, she is working towards advanced education and growing her skill set.
junior STYLIST
Cutting Level- junior Color Level - junior
Mathida joined our team in 2024 as a junior stylist, bringing her natural talent and passion for hair artistry. She excels in balayage techniques, vivid color transformations, clipper cuts, and styling. Committed to providing an exceptional client experience, Mathida creates a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Her soothing scalp massages during shampoos are sure to leave you feeling completely refreshed and relaxed.
JUNIOR STYLIST
Cutting Level- JUNIOR Color Level - JUNIOR
Melissa has been a part of our team for three years, while pursuing her cosmetology education. Now a licensed stylist, Melissa has stepped into the role of junior stylist, dedicated to honing her craft and expanding her skills. With a passion for bold and creative hairstyles, as well as vibrant colors, Melissa excels in delivering fun and edgy looks. Her expertise extends to working with curls, adding another dimension to her skill set.
After completing a 12-month training program under Master Stylists, they are now working behind the chair to gain the experience they need to build their careers. They continue to work directly with Master Stylists and one may even pop over during your appointment!
junior level
SENIOR LEVEL
Committed to advancing education and delivering amazing results, our senior stylists have completed all required training and are increasing in demand. They are honing their specialties with remarkable determination. You will not be disappointed in your service!
At this point in their careers, our master stylists are focusing on their specialties in services and are in very high demand. They have completed trainings with top leaders in the industry and continue to advance their education regularly. To be the best, they train with the best.
MASTER LEVEL
our level system
