Teressa Yarbrough
San Antonio
Summary
Licensed Cosmetologist with 30 years of experience providing exceptional salon services and delivering outstanding client satisfaction. Experienced salon owner with a proven track record of managing daily operations, building lasting client relationships, and leading successful teams. Extensive expertise in color theory, corrective color, precision cutting, styling, chemical services, and current beauty industry trends. Recognized for strong consultation skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping clients achieve their desired look while maintaining the health and integrity of their hair. Dedicated, professional, and passionate about creating exceptional salon experiences and mentoring others in the industry.
Overview
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Certification
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11
years of professional experience
Work History
Salon Owner/Lead Educator
Perfect 10 Salon And Spa
Houston
05.2015 - Current
- Consulted clients to identify preferred hairstyles and services.
- Performed a variety of haircut styles, color treatments, and styling techniques to meet diverse client preferences.
- Ensured cleanliness of salon areas to provide a safe and welcoming environment. and organization of workstations and salon equipment.
- Tailored haircut styles to meet individual client requests and current trends.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of styling stations and tools throughout the day.
- Educated clients on proper hair care products and routines to maintain salon results.
- Partnered with team members to streamline salon operations and elevate customer satisfaction.
- Attended industry workshops to stay updated on emerging hair trends and techniques.
- Initiated customer interactions to enhance overall salon experience., answered phones and booked appointments.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and repeat business opportunities.
- Processed cash register transactions efficiently to ensure smooth checkout experiences. transactions during checkout process.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Applied highlights, lowlights or other coloring techniques.
- Executed hair coloring and cutting services to achieve desired client looks. and installed extensions according to style photos and client specifications.
- Engaged in ongoing education and training to enhance hairstyling skills. and training to stay up to date with new trends and techniques.
- Performed chemical treatments such as perms and relaxers.
- Participated in team discussions regarding marketing strategies for the salon.
- Supervised front-end of salon, booked appointments, inventoried sales area and coordinated employee schedules to maximize operations.
- Organized workshops featuring industry experts to educate staff and clients. featuring industry professionals and guest speakers.
- Implemented safety protocols and sanitation standards in the training environment.
- Mentored students on best practices in client consultation and service delivery.
- Provided feedback to students on techniques, fostering skill improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and innovations in cosmetology.
- Led professional development seminars focused on career planning topics such as continuing education opportunities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology
Vogue Beauty College
Austin, TXSkills
- Hair styling
- Color techniques
- Salon management
- Safety protocols
- Hair cutting
- Hair coloring
- Extension application
- Chemical treatments
- Team collaboration
- Workshop coordination
- Marketing strategies
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Customer relationship management
- Client consultation
- Health regulations
- Time management
- Mentoring students
- Safety compliance
- Industry trend awareness
- Hygiene standards
- Nail care expertise
- Health and safety
- Staff management
- Skin care
Certification
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation #1099543
Timeline
Salon Owner/Lead Educator
Perfect 10 Salon And Spa
05.2015 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology
Vogue Beauty College