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Owner

Behind The Chair Since: 2003

When she was 24, Melanie looked everywhere for the perfect salon home, but couldn’t find one that felt like it really fit. She was inspired to open her own and now she has created something truly magical at Virtue Salon. She has also educated hundreds of hairdressers in the industry through Level Head Collective, our education team. Melanie is creative, detail-oriented, and one of the most fun people on our team.

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General Manager

Behind The Chair Since: 2007

With fifteen years of experience in the industry, Kendra has plenty of wisdom to share. She is a thoughtful problem-solver and helps to coach and inspire the team. Her favorite thing about Virtue is the emphasis on genuine inclusion for every person that enters the space--guests and team members alike. When she's not at Virtue, Kendra is probably outdoors! She loves hiking, biking, playing catch with her son, Finn, and sitting in her hammock.

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Operations Manager

Beth joined the team in 2018 as a salon coordinator, where she resonated with the teamwork aspect of the culture. Beth continually finds purpose in the mix of old-fashioned hospitality and vegan, eco-conscious values of the salon. She now leads the service desk team where she enjoys getting to connect with all of the team members across locations and cheer on their growth. Her hobbies include cooking vegan comfort food, spending time with her cat, and trying new fitness ventures.

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Finance Manager

A jack of all trades, TJ left his construction career in 2013 to support the growing family business. He is the glue that keeps Virtue Salon together. Whether he’s coaching our Guest Coordinators, tracking the budget, or mending vintage furniture, his gift of thoughtful problem solving is a business life saver.

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Salon Director - Brewery District

Jasmine is a vibrant, outgoing member of the team at Virtue--she loves to meet new people! Her people skills and communication superpowers allow her to perform a killer consultation and really understand her guests' hair goals. She is an expert at styling natural & curly hair textures, short haircuts, lived-in color looks, and bright pops of color.

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Salon Director - Clintonville

Skyler joined the team at Virtue in 2019 and never looked back. She loves chatting with & getting to know her guests and her coworkers. Skyler loves all kinds of haircutting, but she really loves when her guests ask her to give them a killer shag haircut. Her other hair passions include working with wavy hair and applying a classic all-over or retouch color. When you're in her chair, ask her about her most recent read or what upcoming trips & concerts she's looking forward to next.

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Salon Coordinator

Having a Cosmetology license herself, Jenny knows all of the ins and outs of the hair industry. Her knowledge, combined with her killer organizational skills give her pride in her skills to maintain a pristine schedule. She shares our passion for connecting with the community and giving back to it in any way we can.

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Salon Coordinator

With a naturally warm, helpful, and team-oriented disposition, Julie assists our guests and team members from the service desk. Her favorite part of being at Virtue is the happy and home-like atmosphere at the salon. On her own time, Julie enjoys spending time with her family and friends or going camping when the weather allows.

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Salon Coordinator

A master of putting visitors at ease, Elizabeth can be found scheduling appointments, fixing up a beverage for a guest, and finding something in common with the people she meets at the desk! Their favorite thing about working at Virtue is getting to collaborate with a team that reflects their values about animals and the environment. Outside of work, Elizabeth likes to spend time with her partner and cats, watch horror films, be outdoors, and see live music.

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Salon Coordinator

Kendall is a service industry veteran who loves the uniquely supportive and inclusive environment at Virtue. She has a keen eye for interior design and antiques. Outside of work, she likes to spend time at local gems like Cup O' Joe and curates vintage goods for her booth across the street at Eclectiques Antique Mall. She loves to thrift, express herself through baking and photography, and spend time with her family & cats.

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Salon Coordinator

Libby has been a valued part of the salon's community since 2013, first as a client and now from behind the service desk. Based in Columbus, Libby was drawn to Virtue by its welcoming and accepting environment, which aligns perfectly with her own values. Libby plays a crucial role in ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both clients and staff. In her free time, she enjoys writing, attending live music events, and exploring new activities around Columbus. Her favorite local spot is Diaspora for its top-notch Korean food, and she can't go without her daily coffee. Libby loves thrifting with friends, discovering new places, and spending quality time with her cat.

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Salon Coordinator

As a cosmetologist herself, Mika brings her passion for the hair industry and serving others to her work at the service desk. She loves that Virtue and our lovely guests are so kind and authentic! Her favorite part of working at the desk is getting to connect with visitors and find something in common with nearly anyone. When she's not behind the desk, Mika loves to listen to and attend live music, spend time outdoors, and hang out with her cat.

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Salon Coordinator

After visiting Virtue for years as a guest, Kale joined the team excited to play a part in facilitating others' journeys with authentic self-expression. They strive to create a safe & welcoming environment for guests to experiment with their hair. When they're not behind the desk, they like to spend time with Nosferatu (their bearded dragon) and practice their many hobbies, including tap dancing, crocheting, and birdwatching.

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Salon Coordinator

Alex joined the team eager to apply their vegan values to their career in a like-minded space. In addition to cultivating an inclusive and creative environment, Alex gets excited about vivid colors & custom haircuts. When they're not at work, they like to spend time outdoors, with family, adding to their extensive rock collection, or perfecting their superpower of putting animals at ease with their vegan presence.