Salon Haze

TIM KUO
Director

Specialization: Haircuts | Barber Cuts | Short Hair Perm

With 10+ years of experience in hairstyling, Timothy Kuo has thrived off of his passion for creating an individual style for each and every one of his clients. With a creative flair, he approaches each project as though it were his most important one, giving not only a unique style in hair but also a personal customer service, forgotten by so many others in the field. Focusing not only behind the chair, Tim has also had his work published and contributed on how to’s for hairstyling in numerous national trade magazines. Tim is always trying to push the boundaries of hair by showcasing his creativity with editorial shoots. Being the stylist of choice amongst many, this youthful trendsetter incorporates innovative techniques to come up with styles that match the individual needs of each client.

Awards: 2018 - Contessa BC Hair Stylist Finalist - 2016 - Contessa BC Hair Stylist Finalist - 2015 - BC Hair Stylist of the Year Finalist - 2015 - Contessa Salon of the Year Finalist

LORETTA TOM
Director

Color Specialist | Haircuts


Loretta Tom, a perfectionist in her craft, has honed and mastered her techniques from years of hard work. She loves creating an identity for each of her clients, one that customizes and caters to their individuality, and lifestyle. Loretta’s desire for excellence has led her to travels to some of the most prestigious institutes. Her passion for hair extends outside of working on her clients, as she loves to do editorial work, as well as sharing her extensive color knowledge with ongoing education for her salon team. Come in for a visit with Loretta, it’s what you might just need!

Awards: 2018 - Contessa Canadian Colorist Finalist - 2017 - Contessa Canadian Colorist Finalist - 2016 - BC Hair Stylist of the Year Finalist - 2016 - NAHA Colorist of the Year Finalist

TANIS JOHNSTON
Senior Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Haircuts


Originally from Edmonton, Tanis worked on the West Edmonton Mall advertisement team and her work has been featured in wedding magazines, mall campaigns, TV segments, hotel advertisements and bridal shows. With her vast training and knowledge in such diverse situations, product lines, and extensions she can create a perfect look under any circumstance. Above all Tanis is committed to first listening, then giving her clients the best possible outcome for their needs and lifestyle.


DAEMEN KO
Senior Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Haircuts | Short Hair Perm

Daemen is an uber-talented hairstylist. His passion to create the perfect haircut and perm for his clients is what drives him. He has the ability to listen to his client’s needs and reflect that in the final style. He loves to educate his clients on home care so they are able to manage the style at home, assuring that his clients feel like their best selves always. He Daemen takes great pride in his work so the best part of his work is when his clients leave happy and excited about their new look! He is consistently growing in the industry and educating himself in order to gain the ability to give his clients the best techniques the industry has to offer!

CHER PORTER
Senior Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Color Correction

Cher brings passion to this industry! Her positivity glows throughout the entire salon. Her background consists of styling hair for film and fashion. Her success began early winning top student at John Casablancas Institute. She now specializes in colour transformation and up styling for editorial shoots and weddings. Cher loves the chemistry behind colour and taking on the challenges of corrective colour. She loves to teach and continue trying to inspire herself and the people around her. She is a Kerastase salon ambassador and has extensive training in Goldwell, Wella, L’Oréal, Schwarzkopf, Pulp Riot and Davines.

WAYNE VIEN
Senior Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Color Correction | Highlights

Started from the bottom, now he’s here! Wayne was born and raised in Vietnam, moving to Vancouver at the age of 13. He had a passion for beauty from a young age and at the age of 17 began his journey as a talented hairstylist. Wayne has been glamorizing the hair industry for the past 8 years, working exclusive events like Vancouver Fashion Week as well as his day to day work behind the chair. He is consistently continuing to educate himself and evolve in the industry. Wayne loves to share his education with his clients and you will always feel confident when you leave his chair. He strives to make sure his clients have fun and leave happy. Always sharing something new for them to try in their day to day routine!


LEAH BOSA
Senior Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Haircuts | Highlights

Leah Bosa is a stylist born and raised in Vancouver, BC. She graduated in 2009 from the Vancouver Technical hairdressing program and has been honing her craft ever since. Leah has over 11 years of experience in hairstyling, cutting and colour. She specializes in lived in balayage, highlights and gray blending. She has an eye for detail and is highly receptive to giving clients exactly what they want. Leah is constantly updating her training and loves keeping up with current trends and styles in hair.

KRISTA GORDON
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Haircuts

At just 15, Krista began her salon experience in the Okanagan and instantly knew that was where she was meant to be. Always a positive and friendly individual, she fit right into the positive, radiant energy of a salon and complimented that atmosphere and community. With a heart full of drive and bags packed with hair essentials, Krista moved to Vancouver and graduated from Blanche MacDonald’s Pro Hair program in 2017 with flying colours. Krista is always eager to keep up with current trends, styles, and products to cater to her clients’ every need and desire! She takes pride and priority in listening to make sure that everyone leaves with easy to maintain styles, customized to their liking. And most of all, she makes sure that anyone who leaves her chair, has a smile on their face.

YEN NGUYEN
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Colour Correction

Yen embarked on her hairstyling journey in September 2018. Fueled by a desire for self-expression and leaving a personal touch in her work, Yen found her true calling in hair artistry. She is dedicated to enhancing individuality and natural features with specialized techniques such as balayage, blonding, corrective coloring, and more. Her ongoing pursuit of knowledge reflects her commitment to becoming a top-tier colorist in the field. For Yen, witnessing the joy in clients' smiles as they admire their finished look and creating long lasting relationships along the way is the ultimate reward.


MEIKO WU
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Color Correction

Meiko is a young, passionate color specialist who has been in the hair fashion industry since the age of 18. She's trained and certified in multiple colouring systems and is specialized in balayage, creative colour, colour correction. She has a great hair sense and is always up to date on trends in North America and Asia, always giving her 100% to her clients by creating the dream hair that they envisioned when sitting down in her chair.

DOROTHY NGUYEN
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Haircuts | Speciality Styling

Since grade 2, Dorothy was already introduced to the world of hair dressing; groomed and trained by her aunt. In grade 12, Dorothy enrolled in the Ace-it program for hair dressing and then took her advanced training right after at Suki’s Academy. The smile and glow people experience after getting a complete transformation and makeover is what drives Dorothy to perfect and master her craft. While still young, she hopes that one day her name would be mentioned alongside with the greats.

Awards: 2018 - Contessa Junior Stylist Finalist

ASHLAINAH SZABO
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Blonding | Haircuts

As a seasoned blonde specialist, Ashlainah brings years of expertise in creating stunning and luxury colour. Her passion for hair color extends beyond trends, focusing on enhancing individual beauty. Not only has Ashlainah mastered the art of creating beautiful colour but also cultivated a knack for understanding each client's vision. Her commitment to ongoing education ensures that she stays ahead in the ever-evolving world of colour. Known for her precision and attention to detail, she creates seamless transitions and dimensional colours. Beyond technical skills, her clients appreciate the personalized consultations and collaborative approach, making each session a transformative and enjoyable experience.


NICOLE BUI
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Bridal Styling | Colour Correction

Nicole, a seasoned hairstylist with over 6 years of experience, brings her expertise from Saskatchewan to the city. Specializing in balayages, lived-in blondes, corrective colors, and bridal styling, she constantly refines her skills through ongoing education and stays ahead of trends with cutting-edge techniques. Nicole's passion lies in creating smiles and leaving clients feeling incredible. Her infectious, bubbly personality ensures clients return for more, making every visit a delightful experience.

CATHERINE NGUYEN
Stylist

Specialization: Balayage | Color Correction | Highlights


Catherine’s calm personality combined with her eye for detail will have you feeling at ease while in her chair. She loves creating lived-in balayages and customizing her blends to her clients needs and lifestyle. Catherine continues to push her creative limits by furthering her education. She strives to offer an experience that’s nothing short of perfection by expanding her skill set and providing her clients with updated techniques.

JOHN CHO
Stylist

Specialization: Barber Cuts | Haircuts | Short Hair Perm

At the age of twelve, John was first inspired to take up the scissors after one too many home-administered bowl cuts. Forever grateful for his patient friends and family who served as his first hair "clients," John began his official hair journey during his last year of high school. Pursuing his passion for precision hair-cutting techniques led him to Mekka in Montreal and to eventually complete the rigorous cutting academy at Suki's Hair Salon in Vancouver. John takes great pride in ensuring that his clients' needs are heard and their opinions are valued during his appointments. Outside of the salon, you can find John surviving traffic on his beloved motorcycle or hanging upside-down from a pair of gymnastic rings.


COURTNEY STRÖMQUIST
Junior Stylist

Specialization: Barber Cuts | Haircuts

Courtney Strömquist, lively and creative,  first broke into the hair industry in 2017 when she let her search for work in a hands-on and artistic field, lead her to the craft of barbering. She first worked at Plan B Headquarters in downtown Kelowna, where she gained knowledge and skill from the barbers amongst her. After two years of working in the industry, immersed in all things hair, she was inspired to expand her horizons. Moving to Vancouver, to study Hair Art Design at John Casablanca Institute, where she was introduced to the world of color and a vast number of new techniques. She now finds herself at Salon Haze, working and learning amongst some of Vancouver's most talented stylists, eager to join them in the ranks. Courtney believes that good hair doesn’t have to be "just hair" but a tool that can help express individuality as well as make you look and feel your best

GARY SU
Junior Stylist

Specialization: Barber Cuts | Haircuts | Short Hair Perm

Gary Su, the sculptor of suave styles and men’s manes. Come take a seat in Gary’s chair – where the banter flows as freely as the hairspray, and the relaxation levels hit different. It's not just a haircut; it's an experience with Gary as the headliner. Despite his youth, Gary is no novice when it comes to wielding scissors. As covid swayed away his plan on becoming a heart surgeon, he soon found a path in hair. Inspired by those around him, he strives to be one of the best and to prove to all that success can be found in what you enjoy -- always seeking to expand his arsenal of skills and grow as a hairstylist. Watch him transform that mess on your head as he slays every time. PS. Come check out my insta to see where the fun is at :)

CASSIE LE
Upcoming Stylist



Meet Cassie Le, a Vietnamese-Canadian budding hairstylist ready to transform passion into profession! Cassie graduated from John Casablancas Institute in March 2023. Her passion for hair was inspired after getting her own hair done and seeing how a change in your hair can make you feel so beautiful and confident. She wants to create that powerful feeling for everyone that sits in her chair as well. Cassie prides herself with a keen eye for trends and a commitment to perfecting the art of hair design and hopes to bring enthusiasm and dedication to each client's chair. She is always eager to learn and grow her skillset. Here's to a future where innovation and style collide in every hair masterpiece she creates!


SONNY
Head of puplick relations

Specialization: Floor manager

Devoted greeter of six years, Sonny offers emotional lap support to those in need during long color services. He has become an integral part of the team here at Salon Haze. Come meet Sonny today and see him perform his many talents on Sundays and Tuesdays.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

We are constantly seeking passionate and dynamic hairstylists at Salon Haze, individuals who aren’t afraid to push the boundaries of hair, transforming each client into their best version. With great benefits and industry-leading training, we are the salon for you!’’

Please send your resume, cover letter and other inquiries to service@salonhaze.com

 
 

 


 

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Salon Haze

2839 W Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
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T: 604-620-9986
E: service@salonhaze.com