Our team
Tina
CO-OWNER & HAIRSTYLIST
I started hairdressing at 14 years old where I began as a shampoo girl at the bottom of the totem pole. Having my mother as my mentor allowed me to learn about the ins and outs of the profession as well as the importance of dedication and consistency. I quickly fell in love with being a hair stylist and was mesmerized by how such a small transformation can bring such self love and happiness. Now, being a hairstylist for 25 years, I am able to share my knowledge with the younger girls coming in while also continuing to learn about the new trends and products in an industry that is constantly evolving. I am extremely proud to finally co-own the salon and am looking forward to the new experiences and joy that GIA Hair Studio will bring.
tracy
CO-OWNER & NAIL TECHNICIAN
After graduating high school, I proceeded to get my certification as a nail technician. I had always spent time in my mother’s salon growing up but did not have the same drive for hair dressing as my mom and my sister. I always loved the creativity and the art aspect that came with doing nails that quickly became my outlet. After working full time as a nail tech for 19 years I decided to share my passion with others and become an educator at Institute of Nail Technology. Not only am I able to share my skills and my passions but I am also able to spend more time doing the thing that I love. Now that I have been doing nails for 25 years, I am proud to own the salon with my sister and excited for this new journey and all of the experiences that come with it. I am always open for new clients and love to try new techniques and ideas.
Kallie
Hairstylist
My passion for hairdressing started at a very young age. Growing up in a salon with my mom who was also a hairstylist, I always enjoyed visiting with all her clients, new and old. Then eventually working as a shampoo girl as I got old enough, then I started cosmetology in high school and the rest is history. I've been in salon full time since early 2021, and everyday I'm eager to grow in an industry that is constantly evolving. Whether it's a fresh cut or vibrant new colour I'm always excited to have guests in my chair, and make sure they leave feeling their very best.
meysa
Hairstylist
When I entered grade 9 cosmetology, I fell in love with the art of hair. I always loved curling and braiding hair. After learning so much about hair and all the needs and wants, I learned more about colouring and cutting. I attended MC College in October of 2021 and graduated with my diploma in May of 2022. I’ve been working at Filippo’s Hair and Body since March of 2022 and have loved being mentored by Tina, not only has she taught me so much about the integrity of hair and the perfect products to use on each hair type, but taught me some tips and tricks she’s learned and used over the past 20+ years. I’ve truly formed the best connection here and am so excited for the new changes and faces and happy times GIA Hair Studio will bring!
LAMEES
Hairstylist
My touch for the beauty industry started at a very very young age. I remember my 8 year old self watching CuteGirlsHairstyles on my iPad every night before school and practicing these crazy braids in front of my mirror. Fast forward to high school, I took cosmetology as an option in grade 10 with no intent of becoming a hairstylist. Covid hit my first year of highschool which led me to finishing cosmo online- and it sucked. Then in grade 11, I took cosmo again with my friends for fun, again with no intent of becoming a hairstylist but I couldn’t not take the course. It wasn’t until my teacher told me this “Lamees you have a touch for hair that I’ve never seen in any of my students before you have to finish to the 30 level (grade12)” which made it obvious that this is the career for me. I’ve been at Gia’s since November of 2023, and I’m so happy to say I’ve found my home. Tina is an amazing mentor, teacher, and boss duh. Not only does she teach all the tips and tricks in the real world, but she has taught me to be courageous and to persevere through the ups and downs. I can’t wait to continue my journey with all my beautiful clients and an amazing team!