The Victoria &
Albert Design Team
We have the right associate for you. We also have a level structured salon.
This means that we have a stylist that will suit any pocketbook! Our levels
range from Apprentice to Junior to Senior Level Designers.
Victoria and Albert Team Bios
Christie: Owner / Salon Manager
Christie had been with Victoria and Albert for 16 years before becoming the owner in 2005. In charge of business matters, Christie is experienced with all of the facets that go in to operating a salon. Her high spirit, extensive experience, and savvy business skills have helped V&A become so successful. If you ever have a question or concern, feel free to contact Christie.
Nina : Senior Designer
Trained in England, Nina has been styling hair since 1995. After completing the British City in Guilds Education In Hair, she went on to become an educator for Matrix. Nina has trained extensively with Toni & Guy in London and recently attended the prestigous Bumble & Bumble University in New York, making her proficient in all the latest coloring & cutting techniques. Nina's patience, attention to detail and incomparable skill will leave your hair looking flawless.
Melissa: Senior Designer
Melissa, A senior designer working in South Carolina returned to Maryland in 2005. Starting her career in 1998 Melissa has had the experiences of training from Bumble and Bumble, Redken, Nioxin, Paul Mitchell, and Aveda. Melissa is highly educated in every component of hair design. Having completed advanced technical training with Toni and Guy in Dallas, Melissa's level of experience is remarkable. Specializing in all coloring, cutting, and naturally curly hair, Melissa is a valued addition to the V&A team.
Liz : Senior Designer
A graduate of the Graham Webb Academy for Hair, Liz regularly attends numerous advanced classes at New York’s Bumble & Bumble, Loreal Professional Academy and The Redken Exchange. Her newest passion is for the highlighting technique, Balyage. This French technique of hair painting gives brilliant and natural highlights exactly where you want them with little maintenance. Liz is both a gifted and creative colorist, with a finger on the pulse of the most up to date look. With her understanding of the marriage of a personalized cut and color you can relax knowing you are in Liz’s chair.
Cori : Junior Designer
Starting with V&A in 2004, Cori worked as a stylist assistant and realized she wanted to train and work in the hair industry after hight school. Graduating from Paul Mitchell Partner School in 2007 we welcome Cori. Specializing in the newest modern looks with color and cuts. With a friendly personality and her trendy style you will enjoy your visit.
Soon : Senior Designer
Soon is a well known stylist, having worked in the Columbia area for many years. Throughout her career she has competed in various national hair styling competitions, showing off her advanced design techniques. Soon is an expert at all areas of hair design, and specializes in all bridal styling.
Jennifer : Senior Designer
Originally from Georgia, Jennifer has been with Victoria and Albert for over two years. Previously to joining our team, Jen came to us from the "Redken Salon of the Year" in Atlanta. Trained at a Framesi school, Jennifer has continued her education with both Redken and Tigi. Although well versed in all aspects of hair design, Jen is an expert when it comes to dimensional coloring. In addition to her talent, we know you will enjoy Jennifer's southern charm and sweet dispostion.
Amy : Senior Designer / Redken Education Director
A truly gifted stylist, Amy loves her craft, and her creativity and skill shines through on all of her work. Amy's cutting edge techniques are attributed to her education at the Paul Mitchell Academy with master stylists Takashi, Robert Cromeans, Mary Cuomo, and Terri Howell. A master when it comes to modern coloring techniques and updo styling, Amy has worked with professional photographer Niki Cruz's clientele. Recently named Victoria and Albert's Redken Educational Director, Amy is a valued member of the V&A team.
Nate: Junior Designer
Originally from Oregon, Nate joined V&A in 2005, beginning his career a year before. Nate graduated from Aspen Beauty Academy and is well educated in all aspects of hair cutting and coloring. He has continued his stylist education with Aquage, Pureology, Bumble and Bumble and in 2007 completed the Redken Master Specialist Program. Enthusiastic, energetic and always up to date on the latest trends, Nate is an exceptional talent.
Wan : Nail Technician
Wan started with Victoria and Albert as a stylist assistant in 1991. Pursuing her career in 2001, Wan went to apprentice at Natural Nails to receive her nail technician license. Wan returned to V&A in 2005 working as our natural nail specialist. An expert when it comes to hand and foot massage, nail shaping, and polishing. Wan will help you get your nails looking great to have long lasting results.
Christine : Senior Designer
In 1984 Christine started in the hair industry. She worked in DC from 1985-1992. During that time she did work for the CBS Morning Show, specifically Paula Zahn and her guests when on location in DC. 1990-1992 she did honorees for the Kennedy Center Life Time Achievement Awards. Moving to New Mexico in 1992 she established a thriving fun business for herself. Continuing education classes in California and Las Vegas. 2005 Christine returned to Capitol Hill at her previous salon and in the fall of 2006 was hired at Victoria & Albert and became a part of their team. Working part time in Columbia and DC for 10 months, is now full time in Columbia and happy to call it home.
Scott : Owner / Senior Designer
Scott, a globally renowned designer and trainer, is full of high energy and has an outgoing personality. He has worked as a platform artist for Redken, Rusk, Sebastian, and Nioxin traveling throughout Europe, Asia, the United States and Canada. Educating his colleagues on cutting, styling, coloring and hair-care products, he is a noteworthy colorist and stylist. Scott will always produce results that will exceed your highest expectations.
Inge : Senior Designer
Started in Graz, Austria, her native country, Inge has seen many techniques and trends come, go and come back again. Spent time in London at the Vidal Sassoon, Trevor Sorbie and Toni and Guy Academies, she received diplomas in advanced precision cutting and hair coloring. Continued over the years to return to Germany, Austria, Italy and Canada for the latest looks and techniques. Back in the States she attended numerous workshops and seminars with Redken in California and New York, Bumble & Bumble, Alfaparf, Paul Mitchell and Graham Webb. Specializing over the years in hair color, she is familiar with every color that is available in Europe and the United States. Her widom and experience speaks for itself!
Kim : Senior Designer
Kim has been with Victoria and Albert since apprenticing in 1983 under Victoria, the salon owner at that time. Kim has continued her education throughout her career attending seminars and workshopw with Redken 5th Avenue, Bumble and Bumble, Paul Mitchell and Alfaparf. With Kim's years of experience, she manages all of our junior staff.
Karin : Senior Designer
Karin has an upbeat personality that makes her clients feel extra welcome at every visit. With 20 years of experience under her belt, she turns out some of the best colors and styles in the region. Her education includes training with Paul Mitchell, Redken, Alfaparf, and Bumble and Bumble. Attentive and considerate, she will always make every effort to accommodate client requests.
Colleen : Senior Designer
Colleen has been a stylist since 1978. Originally from Ohio, Colleen started with Victoria & Albert in 1993. After five years she relocated to New Jersey and was hired at David J. Witchell. Colleen returned to Maryland and came back to V&A in 1999. Furthering her technique, she has attended Bumble and Bumble University, The Redken Exchange, Alfaparf Milano and Kenneth's Design School. Colleen's precision in haircutting led to her work to be featured in Passion Magazine. With her patience and attention to detail, Colleen specializes in all aspects of hair design including hair color, cutting and specialized chemical processes.
Joanna : Senior Designer
Since 1993 Joanna has been an employee of Victoria & Albert. She attends continuing education classes on a regular basis and loves to apply her learned skills to keeping her clients up to date. Joanna also loves working with brides and helping them get ready for their big day!
Melanie : Senior Designer / Bumble & Bumble Education Director
With impeccable taste and a discerning eye, Melanie will help you achieve the latest style trends. As our salon's educational director for Bumble and Bumble, she is in constant contact with the New York City style scene. Attending multiple training sessions at Bumble and Bumble, Melanie does phenomenal color work including dimensional, corrective and the Balyage technique. Styling since 1996 Melanie's consideration of her clients needs are always first and foremost on her agenda.
Nancy : Esthetician
Nancy attended The Von Lee School of Aesthetics in 1988. Nancy is certified in beta exfoliating treatments, glycolic peels and all waxing services. Including lash and brow tinting and make up application. Nancy an extensive knowledge of Sothys and Jan Marini skin care lines and attends training seminars. She has an extraoridinary ability to accommodate, nurture and soothe her clients.
Christie had been with Victoria and Albert for 16 years before becoming the owner in 2005. In charge of business matters, Christie is experienced with all of the facets that go in to operating a salon. Her high spirit, extensive experience, and savvy business skills have helped V&A become so successful. If you ever have a question or concern, feel free to contact Christie.
