Janet’s Advanced Education
Janet is committed to lifelong learning, completing ongoing advanced education to bring guests the latest techniques, trends, and professional expertise.
Education Highlights
- Precision Haircutting & Dry Cutting Artistry
- Advanced Color Theory & Toning
- Aveda Demi-Permanent Specialist
- Expertise in Grey Transitions & Blending
- Dimensional Blonding & Color Placement
Education Snapshot
50+ Advanced Technical Classes • Focus on Creative Cutting & Grey Transitions • Aveda Certified Since 2013
Advanced Haircolor & Grey Transitions
- 04/20/2026 – Aveda Custom Color Trends with Thomas Pepin — An advanced exploration of modern color placement including “Calico” hair color and block coloring. This session focused on creating versatile, wearable looks that balance subtle dimension with bold pops of color, tailored to each guest’s individual style.
- 03/24/2025 – Transition Out the Grey with Jeffrey Scott — Specialized education on creating soft, natural transitions for guests moving away from traditional grey coverage.
- 03/04/2025 – New Aveda Demi Permanent Haircolor — Hands-on training with Aveda’s latest liquid color line for high-gloss results and zero hair damage.
- 04/08/2024 – Couture Color with Luis Gonzalez — A deep dive into current global hair color trends and the customized formulations needed to achieve them.
- 11/08/2021 – 4th Dimension with Jeffrey Scott — Advanced work in blonding, focusing on splicing and progressive shading for a seamless, melted look.
- 11/04/2019 – Advanced Balayage 2 — High-level workshop on saturation and placement for hand-painted hair color.
- 09/23/2018 – Level 10 Blonding with Sara Pestella — Advanced session on transitioning lived-in color into high-impact “power blonde” results while maintaining hair integrity.
- 08/28/2017 – Birds of Paradise Color — Explored vibrant color trends and seasonal techniques inspired by the beauty of nature.
- 10/10/2016 – Geo Prisms — Advanced study of geometric color placement and multidimensional effects.
- 09/20/2016 – HCM: Power Paint — Advanced hair painting techniques for natural dimension, Ombre, and Balayage without the use of foils.
- 02/24/2016 – Full Spectrum Deep Systems (Advanced) — 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 – Fall Color Trends — Seasonal training on the warm, rich tones and techniques popular for the autumn season.
- 07/27/2015 – Balayage — Foundational training in the art of hand-painted, sun-kissed hair color.
- 07/06/2015 – Full Spectrum Deep — Technical training in Aveda’s permanent color line for dark and textured hair.
- 03/23/2015 – Pure Blonding Class — Technical workshop on achieving clear, bright blonde results using Aveda’s specialized lightening systems.
- 03/16/2015 – Rare Bloom: Hair Color Trends — Seasonal color techniques and application from the Aveda global collection.
- 09/08/2014 – Romantic Grandeur Collection Hair Color — Explored the deep, elegant color palettes of the seasonal Aveda collection.
- 04/21/2014 – Culture Clash Hair Color — Explored bold, trend-forward color formulas from Aveda’s creative seasonal collection.
- 10/07/2013 – 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.
Precision Haircutting & Styling
- 05/05/2025 – Core Creative & Precision Dry Cutting with Michael Pavlick — Expertise in dry cutting techniques to create tailored, low-maintenance shapes that grow out seamlessly.
- 05/17/2021 – Shag Haircuts with Susan Ford — Technical training in the layers and texture required for modern, effortless shag silhouettes.
- 04/22/2019 – Cutting Class with Dusty Rhode — Precision women’s haircutting focusing on geometric balance and long-lasting shapes.
- 01/29/2018 – Woody Theis Class — Focused on interpreting current trends for short and medium lengths, including modern texture.
- 09/24/2017 – Core Men I — Foundational barbering and technical cutting for modern men’s styles.
- 03/05/2017 – Core Cutting 1 — Aveda’s foundational technical cutting program focusing on geometric shapes.
- 11/13/2016 – Hair Cutting with Woody Theis — Specialized training in long, soft layered women’s haircutting for a natural, flowing look.
- 09/20/2015 – Fall Hair Cut Trends — Seasonal technical training on the latest collection silhouettes.
- 11/17/2014 – 4Star Education: Clipper Class — Advanced training in barbering techniques and clipper fades.
- 10/20/2014 – Head Shape Matters — Advanced haircutting system based on skeletal structure and geometric precision.
- 09/14/2014 – Romantic Grandeur Collection Hair Cut — Technical training on the elegant silhouettes of the seasonal collection.
- 04/06/2014 – Culture Clash Hair Cut and Style — Technical training on the edgy, high-fashion silhouettes and styling techniques of the collection.
- 09/15/2013 – Heart Lands Collection: Cut and Style — Technical training on the specific haircut shapes and textures of the collection.
- 02/08/2015 – The Art of Blow Dry — Professional finishing techniques for a long-lasting, high-end blow dry.
- 03/23/2014 – Salon Styling Essentials — Foundational styling textures and core finishing techniques.
Professional Development & Guest Experience
- 04/05/2025 – Midwest Beauty Show — Professional attendee focused on the latest industry innovations, emerging trends, and professional tool technology.
- 10/02/2023 – Aveda Congress — Joined thousands of global stylists for a celebration of hair artistry, trend forecasting, and sustainability.
- 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 for customized results.
- 02/18/2018 – Aveda UnBUTTONED Tour – Chicago — Editorial styling workshop and collection launch event.
- 01/08/2018 – Braiding Class with Olivia — Creative workshop on intricate braiding and event styling techniques.
- 10/30/2016 – 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Professional development training for leadership and personal excellence.
- 03/14/2016 – Bridal Makeup — Specialized training in creating timeless, high-wear makeup looks for wedding parties.
- 02/28/2016 – Inspired Service — Customer service training for a consistent, luxury guest experience.
- 05/11/2015 – GHD Training — Professional iron work training to create everything from sleek finishes to red-carpet waves.
- 03/12/2015 – Luxury Language — Focused on professional communication and elevated salon terminology.
- 03/08/2015 – Rare Bloom: Spring Makeup Trends — Seasonal makeup palettes and application techniques from the Aveda collection.
- 01/27/2014 – 5 Star World Class Customer Service with John DiJulius — Dedicated training on providing elite, luxury guest experiences.
- 07/15/2013 – Ageless Beauty Techniques — Specialized training in beauty and haircare techniques for the mature guest.