Paul Conzo Team
Paul Conzo
After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in secondary education, Paul decided that teaching was not for him. Paul took an interest in cosmetology and the rest is history!
Paul attended school in 1976 and became a full-fledged hairdresser at Regi’s Head Shed. After two years, he left to work with family at Paul Thomas Salon. It was there that he spent about 10 years working with his great mentor, Paul Thomas.
When Paul decided in 1987 that it was time to step out on his own, he opened Paul Conzo Hair and Skin Inc. at 490 Shrewsbury Street at the Piccadilly Plaza in Worcester. Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon as been there ever since, expanding to add a 4500-square foot spa in the lower level.
Paul is an owner who stands behind a chair all day making customers with the hope of making clients feel good about themselves. He believes that the more education you get, the better you are at giving people what they want. Paul’s education runs the gamet: He has completed the L’Oreal Color Educator program and has received Certificates of Progressive Education from Tony and Guy in Dallas, London, Denver and Providence, R.I.; Framesi Color; and Redken Color in New York, Newport, R.I. and Las Vegas.
Paul says his wonderful staff keeps him young and attune to what is next in fashion—nothing could be more fun than being in this profession!
Joanna Crossman
Joanna has been working in the beauty industry for 30 years. After starting out her career in Boston, Joanna joined Paul Conzo’s team and she’s been here for the last 9 years.Joanna received a Masters degree in Redken Color and Cutting in 2008. That same year she became Paul Mitchell Color certified. A consummate professional, Joanna stays current on the latest hair color and hair cutting techniques, attending several classes a year. Joanna specializes in razor cutting as well as in updating and giving her mature clientele new and stylish looks.
Yvonne Collier
Yvonne was born to be in the beauty industry. Her love of hair, make-up and fashion started at a young age and continued into adulthood. She attended Lasell College, where she studied Fashion Design and Production and received her Bachelor of Science degree. She worked as a designer for Briggs New York until the company closed its doors after 70 years in business. Yvonne had worked at Paul Conzo’s while in college and she loved the salon environment, so she decided to enroll at Blaine Beauty School in Framingham. She graduated in 2007 as a licensed cosmetologist. She continued to work at Paul Conzo’s and also worked at M.A.C. Cosmetics in Chestnut Hill, where her make-up skills became even more specialized. During this time she also attended classes in New York at Redken 5th Avenue and the Redken Symposium in 2009 in Las Vegas. Also in 2009, Yvonne became certified by Paul Mitchell in its color expert course—and her love for beauty didn’t stop there. She also enrolled at The Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics and in 2010 completed the 600-hour Advanced Esthetics course and became a licensed esthetician. Yvonne uses her skills to help others as well. She is a volunteer at UMass for the Child for Life Program, where she does hair and other services for children in the ICU. Yvonne’s specialties include razor cutting, curly hair, and coloring. Yvonne continues to work as a hairstylist and esthetician for Paul Conzo’s and hopes to continue her education in both the hair and esthetic industry to bring our clients the best of the best.
Nicole LeSage
Nicole has been on Paul Conzo’s team since 2004 after graduating from the “Hair and Motion Academy” in Worcester. Nicole believes continuing education is a must in this fast-paced profession. Most recently she traveled to Las Vegas and completed classes in hair, art and business at the “Paul Mitchell Professional Gathering 2010.” Nicole is “Paul Mitchell” and “Redken Color” certified. She has completed classes at the “Redken Exchange” in NYC in 2005 as well as “The Redken Symposium” in Las Vegas in 2007 and 2009. Her passion is special occasion updos and makeup. Nicole is certified and educated in professional makeup artist cosmetics, including M.A.C., BareMinerals, and Sorme. Nicole is a certified “So Cap” hair extension stylist and was chosen as one of So Cap’s top 10 stylists in New England. These 100% human hair strands are bonded onto your own hair to give you a professional and polished look. Another of Nicole’s interests is to provide hair care solutions for all types of hair, of all cultures. Nicole specializes in Paul Brown Keratin Straightening Treatments. They contain a formaldehyde-free formula that is safe and non-toxic. This Keratin Straightening Treatment is formulated to straighten hair while leaving it healthier, shinier, silkier and more manageable and to help restore damaged hair. Because Nicole believes in continuing education, she is also a teacher. As a Paul Brown certified educator, she conducts classes around New England for the company. Paul Brown products are manufactured without animal testing and their commitment to progressive research and product development is ongoing. Nicole gathers inspiration from the industry’s best artists, latest fashion trends and innovative products. She believes making her clients feel good and look good is inspiring and empowering.
Amilia
Hi, my name is Amilia. I graduated from Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School, and I received my cosmetology license in 2007. I can honestly say that I love all of the aspects of my job, which include cutting, coloring, styling, facial waxing and make-up applications. I am also a nail technician so come see me for manicures and pedicures! I have been a part of the Paul Conzo staff since June 2007, and I love it! I’m currently welcoming new clients, and I look forward to working with you. Like my colleagues, I believe that continuing education is important, and I have taken Paul Mitchell’s Color Expert 4-Day class, Paul Mitchell Color/Cut/Style class, Paul Mitchell Expert Cutting class and Advanced Weekend in the City 3 Day class—to name a few.
Tiffini Torres
Hello friends! I would like to introduce myself. I am Tiffini, an innovative hairstylist who has been working at Paul Conzo’s Day Spa and Hair Salon for many years. In 2004, I graduated from Blaine Beauty Academy and have been doing hair ever since. Coloring and cutting hair is a creative outlet for me. Color, design, texture and shape are all tools that I use when creating a hairstyle. Helping people feel and look their best truly inspires me. I have always strived to cultivate my skill as a hair stylist with advanced education. I believe that education is vital to the inspiration and continued success of any stylist. Because of that, I am committed to continue my education both in the salon world and in the academic world. No education is ever wasted. I received training at Paul Conzo’s and have also taken part in training with Hairlines Paul Mitchell System and Redken Exchange. There is a creative energy that comes from working at this salon that you can’t find anywhere else. I am happy to come to work everyday and call this my job. I consider myself fortunate to be part of such a creative salon filled with wonderful and skilled stylists, who inspire me everyday.
Shayna Fitzgerald
I started working at Paul Conzo’s Day Spa and Hair Salon in 1997. I am a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist, licensed neuromuscular therapist and licensed aesthetician. Whether you are looking for relaxation, suffering from headaches or acute or chronic pain, or recovering from an injury, I can help! I can also provide you with all your skin-care needs, including facials, and educate you on a proper home-care routine. If you are looking for a body treatment to help you relax and leave your skin soft and smooth, I can do those as well. I provide a lot of different therapeutic treatments at Paul Conzo’s. Every day is something different, and I still love what I do after all of these years. I really enjoy helping people and making them feel better and balanced by relieving some of the stress and tension in their lives. This field of work is wonderful because there is always room for growth and always something new to learn. I continue to further my education to ensure that I provide our clients with the best possible care. When you step through the doors at Paul Conzo’s it’s all about YOU; it is your time to let us take care of you!
Kristin Lamarche
Kristin has been part of the Paul Conzo team for 5 years now. Graduating from Cosmix Beauty School in 2006. She has also completed The Paul Mitchell Color Expert Class as well as the Redken Exchange in NYC. She continues to attend classes to keep up with the newest styles. She enjoys all aspects of hair; from cutting and coloring to up-dos and make-up. Let her help you find the right style for you! When Kristin is not at the salon, she loves to crochet. An artist always at work.
Donna Chanson
I have been in the beauty industry for more than 35 years. I trained under Leo Siroonian and continued working for him for six years, gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience in the beauty field. With the knowledge and desire to further my career I opened my own business and ran that for 12 years. I provided beauty services to clients of all ages in a private healthcare facility and became a well-rounded professional. In 1999, ready for a new opportunity, I joined the team at Paul Conzo’s. I work in the day spa providing a wide range of services including manicures, pedicures, waxing (including Brazillian), make up consultations and facials. Additionally, I have obtained my skincare certification for Le Grand Classique Facials from YONKA. My family keeps me grounded and fills my days with happiness. When I am not swimming or walking, I enjoy spending time with my four-legged friend, Violet, who loves being pampered like any other girl! I love helping take the stress out of peoples’ lives by providing them with relaxing soothing treatments. My motto is, “Like yourself enough to be the best you can be in whatever you try to achieve.”
Rita Eksuzyan
I have worked at Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon for eight years as a nail technician, and I have been in the beauty industry for over 16 years. I love what I do because I adore working with clients and helping them look and feel their best. In my years at Paul Conzo’s I have developed my skills and techniques while bringing my own style to my work. The greatest sense of accomplishment is when a client says “This is the best pedicure I have ever had.” Their compliments remind me of why I love working as a nail technician at Paul Conzo’s. My goal is to always have clients leave smiling!
Jenna Halldin
Jenna graduated from Paul Mitchell’s school in 2004 and joined the Paul Conzo team in early 2007. She feels lucky to go into work everyday at such a wonderful and successful salon. Jenna specializes in all aspects of color and cutting. She really enjoys a challenge so corrective colors are her favorite! Jenna has completed “The Color Expert” program through Paul Mitchell, countless cutting, styling, and block color classes, as well as training for Redken in New York. Jenna believes education is what makes a great stylist. She feels blessed to be able to make people feel beautiful each and every day! When Jenna is not busy at the salon she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and her beloved cats, Frank and Beans.
Erin Sciannameo-Oliver - Master Aesthetician
Ever since I can remember I have been greatly interested in the beauty industry. As I graduated High School my interests in skin care grew stronger, I knew what I wanted to become when I grew up!
After graduating High School in 2000 I went on to pursue education in Aesthetics at the Rob Roy Academy (Catherine Hinds concept school) in Worcester, MA. There I was trained in basic knowledge of skin care, products, makeup and the anatomy of the skin. Within my training I also advanced in glycolic acid, receiving my certificate of completion from the Glymed institute in Peabody, MA. After school I wanted nothing more than to start my career, a career that I would not only love, but one that would give to others.
My education didn’t stop there, after applying and accepting my first Job as an Aesthetician with Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon, I was trained in new methods, new services, and advanced in my skills. I then obtained several certifications in Yonka skincare, MD Formulations skin care, and the art of mineral makeup. I also still attend many educational classes and seminars as often as I can. It is important to me to be able to relay information and answers to my clients. I have been introduced to and learned about many other products and methods both professional and over the counter to better serve YOU! It has now been 11 years since I have become an Aesthetician, and have been working for Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon. I love and care about what I do, I’m very happy and grateful for the wonderful people I work with and for. I also have an ever growing and wonderful clientele who over the years have become like family to me.
