Jo Ann “Jo Jo”
Founder, CEO, Artist (level 5)
Jo Ann, a native of Washington, New Jersey began her career at a local salon where she fell in love with her craft. After fifteen years of building a loyal following Jo Ann decided she wanted more. She wanted to create a special experience for each guest. The way to accomplish this was to open her own salon where she had complete control over the process, the education, and the guest’s experience. In 2004 that dream became a reality when she launched Sensations Salon & Spa which was later reestablished in 2020 a Next Level Hair Designs. Over the year’s Jo Ann has built an amazing following and is well-respected by her peers and most importantly her guests. After thirty-two years Jo Ann has an even greater passion for her profession. She is dedicated to lifelong learning, keeping herself informed on the industries latest products, techniques, and regulations. When Jo Ann is not behind the chair, studying her craft, or building lasting relationships she enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym, enjoying nature, and inspiring others.
Lindsey
Artist (level 4)
Lindsey has been with the salon from the inception. With almost thirty years of experience perfecting her trade she is a wealth of knowledge and creativity. She is a true professional versed in all aspects of the profession with exceptional skills in the areas of color and lightening services. Lindsey gets fulfillment from being creative with color techniques and loves building personal relationships with her clients and guest of the salon. A perfect night would have her enjoying a good tuna steak and watching her favorite movie Dirty Dancing. When not working Lindsey loves spending time poolside, taking walks, sharing in art projects with her daughter and watching her boys compete in wrestling matches and bowling competitions.
Cassie
Artist (level 4)
Cassie has had a love and passion for the hair and beauty industry for years and turned her passion into a flourishing career in the beauty industry. She loves challenges and welcomes the opportunity for continued growth through education. Cassie loves making her guests feel great especially after transforming someone’s hair into their dream hair. She is a super fan of anything Disney, enjoys hiking, traveling, as well as doing arts & crafts projects.
Patty
Artist (level 4)
Patty has been changing people’s appearances for over four decades and has developed a great following during that time. She finds fulfillment in seeing her client’s excitement with their transformation. Patty especially loves performing highlights and Balayage treatments. Her favorite book is the Farmer’s Almanac due to her interest in the weather. When Patty is not working you will find her spending time with her family & friends, cooking, baking, or making holiday candy.
Angela
Artist (level 4)
Angela, a seasoned professional with thirty-five years’ experience perfecting her craft is well-versed in the difficult science of color, the art of corrective color, and complete make overs. She loves connecting with people and being a part of her client’s significant milestones. Angela believes beauty comes from within and her goal is to make each of her client’s feel beautiful on both the inside and out. Continued education allows Angela to keep up with trends, techniques, and products allowing her to offer an excellent service and experience for her clients. Away from the salon Angela finds happiness spending time with her husband, refinishing furniture or enjoying days at the beach or lake.
Karly
Artist (level 4)
Karly is our most recent artist who has been performing her craft for over three years after graduating from The Beauty Institute in 2020. Her strengths are cutting hair and highlights. Karly loves communicating with her guests and transforming their hair. When she is not working Karly enjoys walks with her dog, reading, and going to concerts.
Stephanie
Artist/Guest Relations (level 3)
Stephanie is a true professional always striving to offer her clients and the guest of the salon the best experience possible. Stephanie has been perfecting her trade for over forty years with some of her clients being with her from day on. This is testament to Stephanie’s “it’s all about the guest” motto towards service. Stephanie is a jack of all trades and when she is not practicing her skills, she is helping with various tasks from greeting guests to ensuring the cleanliness of the salon. Stephanie loves seafood, spending time with her granddaughter, and having a houseful of people on the weekend at her home on Mountain Lake.
Kelsey
Artist (level 3)
Kelsey, although a recent addition to the NLHD family she is not new to the industry as she has been perfecting her skills for over a decade. Her strongest attributes are blonding treatments and blowouts. What she enjoys most about her career is building strong relationships with her clients and her ability to being creative. In Kelsey’s time off she enjoys a great taco, gardening, reading and spending time with her family.
Jen
Artist (level 1)
Jen is recent graduate of Metro Beauty Academy where she studied cosmetology. She believes active listening and paying attention to details is essential in being successful. Jen loves to get to know people and when she is not working, or studying she enjoys her with family and friends, hiking, and spending time with her dog.
Juliana
Associate
"Jules" is currently in school studying cosmetology so she can pursue a career in the beauty industry. Jules’s strengths are her creativity and listening skills. When she is not at school or working, she enjoys working out and spending time with her friends.
Christina
Guest Relations Manager
Christina is a seasoned customer service professional who enjoys meeting new people. She is fulfilled by making others feel good about themselves. When she is not taking care of guests or handling the daily operations you can find Christina spending time with her kids, enjoying the outdoors, cooking, reading a book on history or watching a thriller movie.
Olyvia
Guest Relations
Olyvia is the newest addition to the Next Level Family. Currently a student at Warren County Tech where she is studying cosmetology with a goal of entering the beauty industry upon her graduation. The beaty industry excites her because it allows her to be hands-on utilize her creativity and see guest transform their appearance. When not at school or working Olyvia time with her friends and listening to music.
Nancy
Senior Makeup Artist
Nancy’s found her calling two decades ago when she transitioned from the corporate world into her dream career of a makeup artist which allowing her to express her creative talents while educating others on the science and art of cosmetics. Nancy fell in love with making women feel beautiful and confident through enhancing their natural beauty. When Nancy is not practicing her talent, you can find her spending time with her friends and family, golfing, or reading a good book.