Quinn Gilbert
A graduate of the Careerline Tech Center with continuing courses at Excel Academy of Hair in the Redken Specialist Program. Quinn loves to “unveil the beauty women forget they possess”. Areas of specialty for Quinn include but are not limited to special occasion hair, spa services for the hands and feet, as well as her joy in coloring hair. A huge proponent of continuing to grow and learn in the salon industry, Quinn attends regional advanced classes.
Alissa Riemersma
A very talented hair designer, graduating from Excel Academy of Cosmetology. Alissa chose to further her talents through Profiles By Design's Associate Program. This 9 month course developed by KRS Summit Salon College, is a hands-on mentorship program. It is designed to develop a designers talents to their fullest capacity through the advanced training of guest relations, product knowledge, color, cutting, styling, texturizing, finishing, as well as spa nail services. Also attending salon forums and extensive in salon education, Alissa excels at providing top notch service to all her guests.
Coby Sorensen
Coby is a graduate of Chic University of Cosmetology and a graduate of Profiles By Design's Associate program. Her magnetic personality and passion for fashion fuel her creativity in hair design and color. A true artist with flair for creating beauty, she is talented at designing shapes and colors to enhance a person's personality. She continues her education both in the salon and out, through courses and bi-annual salon forums.
Jesse Almanza
Jesse is a graduate of Lou Rog School of Hair design and a former salon owner himself. An attendee of Redken's International Salon Symposium in Las Vegas, he possesses an eye for design and a creative edge with both male and female clients. A multi-talented artist, his artistic abilities make him a wonderful colorist as well as designer.
Melissa Overkamp
Melissa is a graduate of the Careerline Tech Center, with continuing education through Excel Academy of Cosmetology. She has chosen to pursue excellence in hair design and color. Attending Redken's International Salon Symposium in Las Vegas twice, as well as a three-time graduate of the Redken Exchange Academy for advanced color and hair design in New York City . Her passion for education, art, and superior service fuel her desire to continue to grow herself and others. In salon education as well as regional and national education further her ability to do this. Melissa is also a Redken Certified Haircolorist - a level reached only by passing an exam that requires exceptional technical skills, advanced knowledge of all Redken haircolor products and master understanding of color formulation and correction. She is one of 22 specialists in the state of Michigan. Melissa provides top notch service and guarantees exceptional color results.
Linda Koning
Linda is well known by guests of Profiles By Design for her accommodating nature and desire to serve and please. Her caring personality and professional attention to detail enable the reception desk of Profiles By Design to operate efficiently.
Brittany Nicole Gruppen
Brittany Nicole is a graduate of the first class of the Grand Rapids branch of Douglas J. Aveda School Of Hair Design. The attention she received in a smaller class for cosmetology school made her a quick study in Profiles By Design’s associate program. While her schooling was in Aveda, she has embraced Redken fully and rapidly. A wonderful work ethic, quick smile and caring, fun, nature enhance your experience with Brittany Nicole serving you. Pedicures are one of her clams to fame as well as her fantastic scalp massage. A natural eye for varying tones in haircolor give her a keen ability to help you choose the most flattering color for your skin tone and to best enhance your hair design.
Amanda Krcatovich
A graduate of Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Amanda has dedicated herself to the pursuit of the best in all areas of service to our guests. She is a graduate of our Advanced Training program and currently pursuing continuing education both within the salon and in regional classes. She excels in both Men's and Women's hair design as well as color and nail services. Amanda, a graduate of Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Science, also provides massage in Profiles Spa with emphasis on Medical and Deep Tissue Massage. Her scalp massage during massage sessions, as well as during shampooing in the salon, are acclaimed to be "the best ever!" by many loyal Profiles guests.
Emily Rouwhorst
Emily is a graduate of Excel Academies of Cosmetology and a long time guest of Profiles By Design herself! You may recognize her as a former Guest Services Personnel member at our reception desk.She is currently completing her Associate Advance training program as well as building a clientele. She has a great attention to detail in the area of natural nail services as well as special occasion hair creations. She is continuing to expand her knowledge of hair design and color as well. She is truly one of our rising stars!!!
Lauren Overkamp
Lauren has been a part of our Guest Services Personnel since June of 2006. She works part time while attending college and truly enjoys caring for all of our guests needs at Profiles. If you have been in the Salon or Spa and given extra great attention during the evenings or on weekends, chances are you have met her! Exceeding your expectations and accommodating you is her goal!
