our staff

Our Staff
Come meet the smiling faces that will put that smile on your face!!!

	Tara Owner/Master Stylist I graduated from Ohio State School of Cosmetology in 1990, and began my career as a business owner of Cuttin' it Close in 1995. I specialize in cutting and coloring. The greatest part of my profession is that I can truly make someone look and feel like a new person. This profession is truly inspirational to me. I love spending time with my family and friends, and enjoy taking on new challenges and adventures.
	Tammy Manager/Receptionist
	Ginger Receptionist
	Chrissy Master Stylist I am a graduate of Mansfield Sr. Vocational School. I have been at Cuttin' it Close for 11 years. I am a senior stylist and specialize in relaxing shampoos, awesome colors, and dramatic and classic formal styles. I have been involved in working with the contestants of both the Miss Ohio and Miss Mansfield Pageants. I have been married to my husband, Mike, for 9 years and we have to wonderful children, Kierra and Johnathon.
	Julie Master Stylist I graduated from Madison Comprehensive High School and received my Cosmetology license. I also attended Ashland University and received my BS in Business Administration. I have been with Cuttin' it Close for the last 10 years and specialize in color and perms. I absolutely love the people I work with and the new people I get to meet. I only work part time, which gives me the best of both worlds because it allows me to work in a professional atmosphere and still am able to spend plenty of time with my 2 youngest children, Aleigha and Bradley.
	Jeanelle Master Stylist I went to school for Cosmetology at Mansfield Sr. High. I have been doing hair for 13 years and have been with Cuttin' it Close for the last 7. While working here, I have been able to attend many educational events, including going to NYC and Tennessee. This allowed me the opportunity to be a part of the only salon in Mansfield that offers the innovative style of "The Helix" cut. I am the mother of twins, and enjoy travel, remodeling, and outdoor activities. I love my career because it allows me the flexibility to still be a full-time Mom.
	Jesse Master Stylist I earned my Cosmetology license from Pioneer Career and Technology School. I have been with Cuttin' it Close for 5 years. I also work under the top stylist for a company and product line called Mantra, which allows me to travel for doing classes, hair shows, and continuing education. Color is my favorite part of this industry, as well as being able to help clients figure out their hair problems and needs. I hope to eventually travel and educate stylists and clients on all the wonderful things of this business. In any free time I may have, I enjoy painting and spending time with my dog, family, and friends.
	Paula Master Stylist I received my education from Knox County Career Center, and have been doing hair for 16 years. I have been fortunate to receive continued, extensive education in Chicago, New York, and Tennessee, which is where our group learned the "Helix" cut, which adds body and curl without the perm. My favorite service is color, as it allows me to be very creative. I truly love this profession because it allows me to meet new people and make a change in their hair and lives. When not styling, I like to scrapbook and do gardening, but my true passion is being the mother of 2 wonderful boys.
	Margo Master Stylist I attended Nationwide Beauty Academy in Columbus, OH., and have been doing hair for 35 years and am still loving it. Cuttin' it Close has been an adventurous and greatly rewarding experience. Tara and the rest of the girls here are wonderful to work with. I love doing color and styling because it lets me change a person's looks without the surgery. I have been married to my husband, Dave, for 21 years and we have to grown sons, Justin and David. In my free time, I like to sew and make jewelry.
	Cathy Master Stylist
	Tabitha Master Stylist I attended Pioneer Career and Technology Center in Shelby, OH. and have been with Cuttin' it Close for almost 4 years. I took an 8 month leave to work on the cruise ship Millieum, where I specialized in Up-dos and color. In my spare time, I like fishing, hunting, and socializing with friends and family.
	Chris Master Stylist I attended Pioneer Career Center and have been in the industry for 8 years. My hair concepts are forward looking and updated. I specialize in personalized color and cut co-ordinations. I am also the senior stylist in all straightening procedures, including ethnic and naturally curly hair. My husband, Jerry, is working toward his nursing degree, and we have 2 children, Brooklyn 1 and Trea 3. I look forward to meeting you.
	Hillary Master Stylist I graduated from Ohio State School of Cosmetology and have been a stylist for 10 years. I have had training in all areas of the business in New York, Cleveland, and Columbus. I have also been involved with doing make-up for the Miss Ohio program. I enjoy all aspects of my career as a stylist, but designing hair care for individuals is my favorite part. I have been married for 2 years, and we have been blessed with many opportunities to travel and see new places and meet new people.
	Rebecca Esthetician I went to Ohio State School of Cosmetology and became the first licensed Esthetician between Cleveland and Columbus. I have worked in skin care and cosmetics for 22 years. As a certified color and image consultant, I have traveled and given business presentations. As a make-up artist, I have been involved with the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program for over 20 years, and in 1991 was able to go to the Miss America Scholarship Program and do make-up for the entire Miss America trade show. I have also been involved with the Miss Mansfield Program, Jr. Miss, the U.S.O. show for the governor, theater performances, and television commercials. My hobbies include spending time with my son and grandson, writing, hiking, gardening, and anything else that gets me outdoors. I truly love my profession because it allows me to help people look and feel better about themselves. It has been amazing.
	Missy Master Nail Tech I graduated form Wooster Beauty College in 1998 as a manicurist, and have been with Cuttin' it Close since February of 2005. I specialize in spa manicures, spa pedicures, artificial nails, and the latest trend "pink and whites". I love the friendly work environment here, as well as all the clients I serve. I am married to my husband, Jason, and we have 2 energetic boys, Nolan and Conner. We love to take them out on the four wheelers. I have recently taken up a new hobby, scrap booking.
	Sherry Master Stylist I attended cosmetology classes at Madison Comprehensive High School and have been a stylist for 11 years, being at Cuttin' it Close for the last 2. I love all areas of my field, and formal styling has become my specialty. I love what I do and it shows in the work I produce. I have 2 wonderful little girls, and I enjoy the outdoors, soccer, and hiking.
	Denise Master Nail Tech
	Kayla Stylist I attended Pioneer Cosmetology for 2 years where I received my license. I have been a stylist for 1 1/2 years, and interned for 6 months before I received my own chair. I specialize in color and style. I love to do hair because I like to make people feel good about themselves. I enjoy dancing and hanging out with my family and friends.
	Amanda Stylist I knew I wanted to be a stylist from the age of 3 when I would sit on the bathroom counter and play with my mother's make-up brushes. I realized my dream when I graduated form the Aveda Institute in Columbus in 2005, where I was privileged to be trained by senior stylists from some of the best salons in the country. I worked at The Gallery Salon in Columbus for 8 months before returning to Mansfield. I enjoy good books, good movies, and good music. I also like to snowboard, tube on Lake Erie, and hang out with friends. I enjoy travel and have visited 14 countries.
	Ann Stylist I obtained my education at the Ohio State School of Cosmetology. I completed my internship of 1 year at Cuttin' it Close and have been here ever since. I enjoy working as a stylist because it allows me to use my creativity in such a positive way to help people look and feel better. When I'm not doing hair, I like to read, enjoy the wildlife, and to spend time with my family.
	Katie Stylist