Kaitlyn’s Advanced Education
Kaitlyn is committed to lifelong learning, completing ongoing advanced education to bring guests the latest techniques, trends, and professional expertise.
Education Highlights
- International Education – London, England (Oway)
- Bumble and Bumble University – Manhattan, NY
- Certified Aveda Haircolor Trainer
- Advanced Cutting with Jon Reyman
- Color with Beth Minardi
- Razor Craft with Gerard Scarpaci
- Aveda Congress Attendee
- Balayage & Blonding Certifications
Education Snapshot
100+ Advanced Classes • 15+ Years Continuing Education • International, National & Regional Training Mastery
International & Editorial Highlights
- 06/06/2025 – Trend Hunter Experience – London, England (Oway) — International immersion in global trend forecasting and sustainable organic color artistry.
- 11/14/2011 – Editorial Hair Styling with Jon Reyman — Intensive workshop and photoshoot with global Aveda educator Jon Reyman, focusing on high-fashion, camera-ready hair.
- 05/03/2008 – Bumble and Bumble University, NYC — Attended the premier Bumble and Bumble University in Manhattan, New York for advanced, hands-on training in technical cutting and razor work.
Advanced Haircolor, Blonding & Theory
- 03/04/2025 – New Aveda Demi Permanent Haircolor — Hands-on training with Aveda’s brand new color line for high-gloss results and zero hair damage.
- 04/08/2024 – Couture Color with Luis Gonzalez — A deep dive into current global color trends and the customized formulas needed to achieve them.
- 04/07/2024 – Color Artistry with Beth Minardi — Studied under the “icon of color” to master personalized, flattering tones that enhance natural beauty rather than simply following trends.
- 03/07/2022 – Aveda Full Spectrum Color Class — Technical certification in Aveda’s customizable, plant-powered permanent hair color system.
- 11/08/2021 – 4th Dimension with Jeffrey Scott — Advanced work in blonding, focusing on splicing and progressive shading for a seamless, melted look.
- 11/08/2021 – Dimensional Blonding Trends — Pairing current blonde trends with technical shading for a stronger effect in dimension.
- 09/23/2018 – Level 10 Blonding with Sara Pestella — Masterclass on transitioning lived-in color into high-impact “power blonde” results while maintaining hair integrity.
- 08/28/2017 – Aveda Birds of Paradise Collection — Explored vibrant color trends and seasonal techniques inspired by the beauty of nature.
- 09/20/2016 – HCM: Power Paint — Advanced hair painting techniques for natural dimension, Ombre, and Balayage without the use of foils.
- 02/24/2016 – Aveda Full Spectrum Deep Systems — Advanced color class focused on Aveda’s specialized system for dark hair and deep, rich tones.
- 11/16/2015 – Hair Color Magic 2 — Continued study in the “Art of the Mix,” mastering complex formulations and custom color results.
- 09/14/2015 – Aveda Fall Color Trends — Seasonal training on the warm, rich tones and techniques popular for the autumn season.
- 07/27/2015 – Aveda Balayage Hair Color Class — Dedicated workshop for mastering the art of hand-painted, sun-kissed hair color.
- 03/23/2015 – Pure Blonding Aveda Color Class — Focused on achieving perfect blonde results using Aveda’s specialized lightening systems.
- 04/21/2014 – Aveda Culture Clash Collection: Hair Color — Explored bold, trend-forward color formulas from Aveda’s creative seasonal collection.
- 10/07/2013 – Aveda Heart Lands Collection: Hair Color — Learned the earthy, rich color formulas inspired by the Aveda Heart Lands collection.
- 04/22/2013 – Balayage/Cultivate Your Color — Refined the art of placement and saturation for customized, hand-painted color.
- 04/07/2013 – Aveda Art of Nature Collection: Color — Seasonal education on natural color palettes and organic styling textures.
- 11/21/2011 – Hair Color Magic Essentials — Advanced Aveda color class focusing on the foundational laws of color and custom mixing.
- 10/16/2011 – Aveda Hair Color Update: Certified Trainer — Recertification training for Aveda Color Trainers on the newest updates in Aveda hair color.
- 01/31/2011 – Aveda Hair Color Update for Trainers — Advanced system training for Aveda “Color Wise” educators.
- 09/20/2010 – Aveda In-Salon Hair Color Coach Certification — Earned certification to teach and mentor other stylists in the Aveda color system.
- 08/23/2010 – Hair Color Update for Color Purefessionals — Specialized training for advanced Aveda color specialists.
- 05/02/2010 – Fundamentals of Men’s Hair Color — Specialized training in natural-looking color and grey blending specifically for men.
- 02/14/2010 – Aveda Certified Hair Color Trainer Certification — Achieved status as a certified Aveda educator for hair color.
- 02/01/2010 – Aveda Hair Color Update for Trainers — Technical update on Aveda color systems for certified educators.
- 10/18/2009 – Inspirational Color with Jeffrey Scott — Creative color theory workshop focusing on high-impact placement and artistry.
- 09/01/2009 – Aveda Color Wise Trainer Certification — Professional certification for teaching Aveda’s foundational color curriculum.
- 11/23/2008 – Color Business — Focused on the professional management and growth of a high-end color business.
- 11/10/2008 – Aveda Full Spectrum Deep Color Certification — Specialized training in Aveda’s permanent color line for dark and textured hair.
Precision Haircutting & Styling
- 11/06/2022 – Razor Craft with Gerard Scarpaci — Mastered the straight-edge blade to create modern, effortless shapes like textured bobs and long layers with curtain bangs.
- 11/06/2022 – The Art of the Razor — Learned how to safely control the blade and master stroke and rotation to carve shape and erase weight.
- 10/16/2022 – Advanced Precision Cutting with Jon Reyman — Focused on technical precision and dry cutting to create hair shapes that are easy for guests to style at home.
- 04/10/2022 – Updo Class with Jeanna — A team-wide workshop on the latest seasonal bridal and event styling trends.
- 02/20/2022 – Technical Cutting Workshop (MT, KK, JNA) — A collaborative in-salon class focusing on current haircutting silhouettes.
- 05/17/2021 – Shag Haircuts with Susan Ford — Mastered the technical layers and texture required for modern, effortless shag silhouettes.
- 04/22/2019 – Cutting Class with Dusty Rhode: “Diamonds Are For 6 Weeks” — Women’s haircutting workshop led by Aveda’s North American Artistic Director, focusing on shapes that grow out beautifully.
- 01/29/2018 – Woody Theis Class: Trend Cutting — Focused on interpreting current trends for daily use, specifically modern shags, textured medium cuts, and the modern pixie.
- 11/13/2016 – Hair Cutting with Woody Theis — Specialized training in long, soft layered women’s haircutting for a natural, flowing look.
- 05/11/2015 – GHD Hair Styling Training — Professional training in the use of GHD tools to create everything from sleek finishes to red-carpet waves.
- 04/06/2014 – Aveda Culture Clash Collection: Cut and Style — Technical training on the edgy, high-fashion silhouettes and styling techniques of the collection.
- 03/12/2012 – Aveda Spring Cut Collection Trends — Advanced training for Aveda Coaches on the latest spring haircutting shapes.
- 10/23/2011 – Aveda Trends Collection: Haircuts — Technical training on the latest global collection silhouettes.
- 06/07/2011 – Aveda Smooth Infusion Retexture — Professional certification in Aveda’s permanent thermal smoothing and retexturizing system.
- 02/27/2011 – Spring Summer In-Salon Cut Coach Trends — Technical update on seasonal cutting trends for in-salon educators.
- 10/11/2010 – Aveda Pure Design Essentials Haircutting — Focused on the core geometry and foundational techniques of Aveda haircutting.
- 07/19/2010 – Aveda Men’s and Scents in the City — Focused on men’s haircutting, grooming trends, and specialized styling.
- 03/15/2009 – Aveda Pure Form Haircutting — Technical training in Aveda’s pure form cutting system for clean, balanced shapes.
- 03/02/2009 – Aveda Product Layering & Styling — Learned the “art of the cocktail,” layering Aveda products for customized styling results.
- 03/20/2006 – Aveda Hair Dressing Techniques — Foundational training in professional salon styling and finishing.
- 03/19/2006 – Aveda Product Layering and Styling — Technical workshop on building hair texture and hold through smart product use.
Professional Development & Guest Experience
- 10/02/2023 – Aveda Congress, Minneapolis — A premier four-day summit featuring high-fashion hair shows and trend forecasting for creative inspiration.
- 01/14/2023 – Serious Business, New Orleans — Focused on the “business of being nice,” elevating the guest experience and professional salon leadership.
- 05/09/2022 – InSalon Technique vs. Placement with Jeffrey Scott — Technical workshop on Dimensional Color Balancing and moving beyond basic foils.
- 03/22/2021 – Virtual Marketing and Social Media (Part 3) — Advanced training on connecting with guests and showcasing artistry through digital platforms.
- 03/15/2021 – Virtual Marketing and Social Media (Part 2) — Building professional branding and engagement strategies for the modern stylist.
- 03/08/2021 – Virtual Marketing and Social Media (Part 1) — Foundational training on digital marketing essentials for salon professionals.
- 02/28/2021 – Virtual Aveda Master Jam — Virtually attended Aveda’s premiere regional showcase for the latest innovations in color and cutting.
- 10/06/2018 – Aveda Congress — Global summit featuring artistry and trend forecasting.
- 10/31/2015 – Aveda Congress — Celebrated hair artistry and sustainability at Aveda’s biannual education event.
- 02/23/2015 – David Wagner: Life as a Daymaker — Customer service class centered on the philosophy of making a positive impact on every guest’s day.
- 08/12/2014 – Salon Owner Leadership Forum — High-level training on leadership, salon culture, and professional growth.
- 02/23/2014 – Aveda Benchmarking for Team Members — Focused on professional standards and setting goals for individual and salon success.
- 02/11/2014 – Aveda Salon Owner Leadership Forum — Collaborative leadership training for salon development and team growth.
- 01/27/2014 – 5 Star World Class Customer Service with John DiJulius — Dedicated training on providing elite, “world-class” service experiences.
- 08/20/2013 – Aveda Salon Owner Leadership Forum — Professional workshop on strategic planning and leadership for salon excellence.
- 02/17/2013 – Six Figure Hairdresser with Harry Wood — Professional development class focused on achieving high-level salon success.
- 02/03/2013 – Benchmarking for Success with Luca Boccia — Focused on tracking professional metrics to ensure consistent guest satisfaction.
- 11/26/2012 – Aveda Makeup Techniques for the Bride — Specialized bridal makeup training with Aveda Makeup Artist David Mounce.
- 09/16/2012 – Aveda Master Jam, Chicago — Regional education event showcasing the latest Aveda seasonal trends.
- 06/18/2012 – Aveda Product Knowledge & Skincare Review — Comprehensive review of Aveda’s plant-based skincare lines and benefits.
- 10/31/2011 – Aveda Education for Facilitators: Inspired Coaching — Professional training for educators on how to effectively lead and inspire other stylists.
- 05/16/2010 – Aveda Education: Inspiring Learning Leader — Leadership training for salon educators and facilitators.
- 04/18/2010 – Aveda Education: The Learning Garden, Chicago — Collaborative educator workshop on creative teaching and salon education techniques.
- 03/01/2010 – Aveda Education: Seeds of Preparation — Foundational training for stylists entering the Aveda educator pathway.
- 02/21/2010 – Aveda Education: Cut Coach Launch — Initial launch and training for the in-salon haircutting coach program.
- 11/08/2009 – Aveda Styling & Updos — Dedicated workshop on formal hair, intricate updos, and event styling.
- 07/07/2008 – Performance Aveda Skin Spa — Advanced training in Aveda’s spa-grade skincare and treatment protocols.
- 04/10/2006 – Experience Aveda Hair — Comprehensive introduction to Aveda’s full range of professional haircare.
