We aim to please

Ultimately our goal is your satisfaction, and we rely on customer satisfaction to support our business.

We encourage you to try future services with any of our highly trained staff. We work as a team, so whether you need a change or your preferred stylist is unavailable, we are always happy to see you at The Gilded Pear.

The Gilded Pear Staff Bios

Hair Staff

Amy

Amy has over 20 years of experience in every aspect of hair styling and care. She has taken Sunglitz, Matrix, Rusk, and corrective colouring classes.

Bonnie G.

Bonnie took her stylist training at NAIT and keeps herself educated with all the latest trends in hair. She has been a stylist for a number of years and really enjoys all aspects of her job.

Bonnie K.

Bonnie K received her education in styling from NAIT and has been doing hair for about 20 years. She has worked for many prominent salons and has achieved an excellence award for hair colouring. Bonnie works part-time and considers herself a perfectionist.

Coral

Coral is a stylist who loves creating unique hairstyles to suit each client who sits in her chair. She took her training at Eveline Charles Academy and enjoys learning about the latest trends and techniques in the hair industry.

Cosette

Cosette has been a hair dresser for about 7 years. She has attended many weekend hair seminars that have included colouring, up-dos, product knowledge, and men's cutting.

Elaine

Elaine has been a stylist for over 11 years. She is a former educator of Faroux Systems and is constantly educating herself in the newest techniques in hair. Elaine especially enjoys doing every type of chemical hair service.

Erin S.

Erin S. has 3 years of stylist experience. She has an eye for style and keeps herself updated in the latest trends.

Janelle

Janelle is a licensed hair dresser and has been with The Gilded Pear for over 6 years. She is usually the friendly voice you will hear on the other end of the phone and has much knowledge of the hair industry.

Jayne

Jayne has been a stylist for over 3 years. She is personable and outgoing, and is especially skilled at creating hip, young hair styles.

Kelly

Kelly is a fun and trendy stylist who enjoys both cutting and colouring. She is always educating herself in the latest looks and hair practices. Kelly has been a stylist for about 4 years.

Krystle

Krystle is a talented young stylist with 3 years of experience. She prides herself in keeping up to date with the latest trends and techniques.

Lindsay D.

Lindsay has been a stylist for over 3 years. She enjoys every area of the hair industry and took her training at Est-elle Academy of Hair Design.

Lisa

Lisa has been snipping hair for the past twenty years. She has worked on the sets of movies, stages and various salons through out the world. Lisa takes great pride in keeping updated when it comes to the latest colors and cuts. She has the fantastic ability to look at you and see which style best suits you!

Monica

Monica is a receptionist at The Gilded Pear. She is one of the friendly faces that will greet you upon entering the shop, and she excels in providing clients with the best customer service.

Pam

Pam has over 7 years of experience as a hair stylist. She is a self described perfectionist, and is great with colour applications. Pam loves to create new looks and works with her clients to create the perfect style for their individual personalities.

Shari

Shari has over 18 years of experience and is always learning the newest trends in hair styling. She has completed and attended too many hair education classes to count. Whether you're looking for a cut, a colour, or even texture waves, Shari can do it.

Sharie M.

Sharie has been doing hair for about 13 years and is also a nail technician. She has completed Matrix training in Ohio, and has trained here in Edmonton for nails.

Stacey

Stacey has 14 years of experience and has trained and worked at a local modeling agency doing hair for photo shoots. She has also had extensive training in other areas of the hair industry.

Susan

Susan has over 19 years of experience and is a Fantasy Hair award winner. She attends the main hair show on a yearly basis in order to educate herself on the latest trends and techniques. Susan also attends many of the hair education classes that are offered.

Theresa

Theresa has been a hair stylist for 20 years. She specializes in special occasion hair styling and has extensive training in perms, colouring, cutting, and up-dos.

Esthetics

Astra

Astra is young and hip and very up to date on the lastest trends in make-up and cosmetics. She has over 5 years of experience, and will give you a look that you love while highlighting your best features.

Candice

Candice trained on Vancouver Island to obtain 2 diplomas and to become an internationally qualified CIDESCO clinical esthetician. The CIDESCO diploma is the world's most presitgious qualification in the field of esthetics and beauty therapy. She has over 2 years experience and has worked at some of the top resorts in the country. Candice is also trained in laser therapy and prides herself on her passion for the industry, her attention to detail, and her love of making people look and feel their best.

Carly

Carly has been an esthetician for over 5 years. She has extensive make-up training as well as training in spa treatments such as facials, pedicures, and Brazilian waxing.

Erin C.

Erin has over 6 years of experience and greatly enjoys giving spa treatments such as pedicures, waxing, and especially Hungarian facials.

Glenda

Glenda is a nail technician and esthetician with 14 years experience. She specializes in Brazilian waxes and gel or acrylic on your toes to keep your pedicure looking great. Glenda performs all esthetic services and is constantly educating herself in the newest techniques. In addition to Tenille, Glenda has exclusive training on the Gilded Pear's laser machine.

Lisa

Lisa is one of our exceptional nail technicians who specializes in gel nails and has over 14 years of experience. Call Lisa on her own business line at (780) 266-0500 to make an appointment with her. Just leave a detailed message and she will call you back.

Nicole

Nicole has been an esthetician for 8 years. She is a Gehwol foot specialist, has advanced Sothy's skin care training, and is certified in make-up artistry. What Nicole enjoys most is making people happy.

Tenille

Tenille has 7 years experience in providing esthetic services of all kinds. She specializes in laser treatments, and along with Glenda, has exclusive training on the Gilded Pear's laser machine.

Massage

Jamie S.

Jamie has been a registered massage therapist for two years, and specializes in a variety of treatments. Jamie also has much experience in therapeutic, deep tissue, myofascial technique, hot stone, sports, and prenatal massage.