@urbanbetty

Betty "Chelle" Neff had a drive to style hair from a young age when she intuitively knew by age ten that this was her calling while growing up in Abilene, Texas. By 16, she enrolled in cosmetology school; by 18, she became licensed. Chelle was hungry to learn more and keep challenging herself to upgrade to higher-end salons before finally residing at a Salon...

Hallie graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Photojournalism. Following a short career in the field of customer service she arrived at Urban Betty Salon. Here she put her awesome communication and creative skills to good use and quickly progressed from support staff to a marketing and managing position. She has attended the Redken Symposium in Las Vegas as well as The Summit, where she acquired business skills to...

Nicole graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations. Shortly after she completed a couple of internships in the PR field, Nicole joined the Urban Betty team.

Nicole is a Veteran Betty to the front desk, as she worked as a receptionist at the salon for two years before moving into her current role as Assistant Manager at the 38th Street location.

When Nicole is not in the salon, you can find...

Midwest born & raised! I recently moved to Austin from Chicago and have enjoyed everything Austin has to offer. I started working at Urban Betty in May 2022 at the Front Desk and was promoted to Director of Marketing in August. I have been working in the customer service field for over 15 years and have worked in marketing for the last 6 years. When I began working at Urban Betty I knew I had found something special. I love the people,...

Anna-Leigh graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor's in Psychology and Social Work.

Before moving to Austin to attend university, Anna-Leigh started working in the salon industry as a receptionist when she was 15. She found that she thrived on the hustle and bustle of a flourishing salon environment and joined the W. 38th Street Urban Betty team in 2019, and has since moved into her current role of Shift Lead,...

Heather started at our flagship location in June of 2020. She is from Caldwell, Texas, and is currently taking classes at Austin Community College.

When she was little she wanted to be a veterinarian but developed a huge fear of needles! When she's not at the salon, you can usually find her at Goodwill, sitting at her computer playing Overwatch, curled up in bed with a book, or watching movies and drinking wine with friends.

Hi I’m Leah! I started working the front desk at Urban Betty's flagship in 2021, the same time I started cosmetology school! I’ve loved my time so far as a Betty! I graduate from school in a few months and hope to be an associate.

When I'm not at the salon or school you can find me spending time with my family and trying new activities, hobbies, and food!

P.S. my hair Instagram is...

Sam grew up in Connecticut and moved to Austin in 1999. She's called it home ever since!

Sam has been cooking professionally for many years and eventually decided that it was time to try something new. She graduated from cosmetology school in September 2021 and became A Betty during that time. She found more than anything, that what makes her work meaningful and fulfilling, is simply connecting with others.

Outside of the...

@juliebatxhair

Julie Latimer grew up in Austin Texas and graduated from Avenue Five Institute in 2014. Growing up she was in musical theatre and loved doing all the different hair and makeup styles. There was always a little piece inside of her that told her she was meant to go to cosmetology school. After graduating high school, she followed her dreams and started...

@harshalani

Since Harsha was a young girl, she was drawn to cosmetology. She enjoyed getting her hair, nails, and eyebrows done and loved how happy and confident she felt afterwards. Harsha wanted to be able to create those same feelings for others. But first, she was determined to get an education from a four-year University. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in...

@damsel_in_the_tresses

Maggie has been a stylist at our flagship location since 2016 and she’s undoubtedly one of the hardest working stylists at Urban Betty. She can literally do the work of two stylists by herself in one day. I think she must have a secret clone that she swaps places with.

Maggie moved here from Philadelphia and it has been such a...

@aud_locks

Audrey is originally from Maine, where she began her career as a cosmetologist in 2007. Audrey loves creating dimensional color and is skilled at techniques such as balayage, foiliage, teasy-lights, and free-hand dimension. Hair cutting is one of her strong-suits and she loves creating new styles for people— pixie, bob, shag, you name it!

Audrey has 2...

@hairinmadschair

Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Madison grew up in the hair salon environment, as her mother owned a salon for over 10 years. After Madison realized that the four-year college route wasn’t for her, she gravitated back to her roots and enrolled in the College of Hair Design in Lincoln. “I’d never been able to find my niche, and when I went to...

@roseyvhair

Rosemary knew she wanted to make the world a more beautiful place at the early age of five when she couldn’t help but take a snip of her sleeping sisters hair. While she has been unofficially cutting hair since that young age, she officially began her career in 2001, travelling all over the country, until she landed in Manhattan where she’s worked behind the...

@morgandetchon

Morgan jumpstarted her cosmetology career when she was just 16 years old, as she had the unique opportunity to enroll in the cosmetology program at a vocational school. Morgan initially wanted to be a language arts teacher, but as soon as she started working in a salon, she was inspired to make her career as a stylist. “I fell in love with doing hair...

@purpleolivestudio

@onlybyninafitzgerald

Formally it’s Christina, but don’t worry, she’ll answer to either. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a BA in Economics and minors in French and Business. After college she spent some time in sales and finance but with the...

@amandamillican21

Amanda was born and raised in Austin, TX. After graduating from Baldwin Beauty School in "08, she worked as an assistant to Beverly Hills platform artist, Katie Sasson in Lakeway, TX. After outgrowing the boutique in Lakeway and wanting more of a challenge, she underwent an intensive hair color training program at Jackson Ruiz in downtown...

@turnthepaige_beauty

Paige has been a stylist and makeup artist since 2013, hailing from Avenue Five, in Austin. She was born and raised in Austin and loves to call the Capital City her home.

In her spare time, Paige loves to create updos and is constantly coming up with new ways to style her hair. It's no wonder she is such a talented hair and makeup...

@hollywouldhair

Holly was born and raised in Southern California where she earned a Bachelors degree in Global Studies from Azusa Pacific University. Even though her main focus was on studying, Holly has always had an interest in hair and makeup and made time to give herself an updo everyday. Her roommates asked her to braid or curl their hair on a regular basis...

@locksinloveland

Molly is the quintessential hairdresser: cool trendy hair, a wizard with bleach, and calls everyone “babe.” She specializes in pastels, known especially for her “molly purple” (aka a light, almost holographic hue of bright lilac) and any and all things bleach related. Bleach and tones, you’re in safe hands here!

Molly’s expertise in color...

@jaclynglaeser

At the tender age of five, Jaclyn was already showing the world her passion for working with hair when she borrowed her mother’s scissors and surprised the family with her new and incredibly short bangs. Thankfully, her talent and skills have grown immeasurable allowing Jaclyn to live her “dream job” today.

Growing up near Dallas, Jaclyn learned...

@thesearethehighlights

Rebecca spent her formative years growing up in southern California and New York City, but eventually found her home here in the middle of it all- Austin, TX!

Rebecca studied sociology and hospitality in college, but found her calling for cosmetology in August 2016 when she started working at Urban Betty as a front desk associate....

@nina_styles13

Originally from southern California, Nina moved to Austin, Texas in 2001. Nina comes from a strong background in retail, and while she explored different career paths, including a culinary profession, she ultimately decided that cosmetology was the best fit for her.

When Nina was attending cosmetology school, she already had her sights set on...

@Kelli_King_

Kellie started at our flagship 38th Urban Betty location in December of 2016. She began by working at our front desk while she finished cosmetology school. Kellie graduated from The Avenue Five Institute in June of 2017.⁣

Kellie knew she wanted to have a career doing something artistic and was leaning towards becoming an interior designer until the...

@hairbyjennaell

Jenna was born and raised in Austin, Texas and graduated from Avenue Five Institute in 2019. She grew up in the hair industry with her Aunt and knew she loved the creative aspect of hair styling. When researching salons while in cosmetology school, she found Urban Betty and instantly knew she wanted to work at...

@nessa.doeshair

Vanessa was born in Laredo, Texas but was raised in Austin. She loves her hometown and heritage but has an affinity for Austin. She always had an interest in hair since she was a little girl, "I was doing curls, braids, and cutting hair for my closest friends and family." Vanessa received her certification from the Aveda Institute in Austin and...

Redken Certified

@hairbytaradzialo

Tara got her start in the beauty industry immediately after finishing high school. Tara moved from Clearwater, Florida to the Midwest, where she completed cosmetology school. In 2010, Tara started her career at a salon in Dayton, Ohio and ended up staying with that salon for seven and half years. Tara is Redken Color...

@urbanmelly

Melly has been a stylist since 2014 having graduated from the Aveda Institute right here in Austin, Texas. Prior to making her home at Urban Betty Melly completed two separate apprenticeships for both cut and color. Her specialities are Balayage, fashion colors, and cuts.

In her free time she enjoys adventures with her dogs, concerts, photography, and...

@jules_purcell

Julie grew up in a small town outside El Paso and attended UTEP as an art major for 2 years. She was eager to try something new in life, so she decided to move to Las Vegas with the intention of attending cosmetology school. Little did she know the universe had different plans for her. She met her husband and had their first son. Shortly after they...

@sunkissedhairbymel

Hola Chicas! I’m Mel your brunette specialist. Born in Chicago, raised in Kyle, Texas (Yeh-Haw)!

Before becoming a licensed cosmetologist, I was in sales (mobile home industry) for 5 years - talk about a career change. I can honestly say it was the best decision I made for myself.

What I love to do behind the chair is Balayage,...

@wyld_stylez

Averie grew up in the North Austin area and has always loved finding new ways to channel her innate creativity. Once she finally found cosmetology she knew that she had discovered her lifelong career.

Since graduating cosmetology school in early 2020 Averie has enjoyed all types of colors, whether it’s a bright vivid color or a lived-in balayage. If...

@hair_by_gina_marie

Gina is from Toledo, Ohio, and moved to Austin in 2014. She worked as a bartender for 15 years. She decided to change careers and we are so glad she did! She graduated from the Aveda Institute in 2019 and joined Urban Betty in October 2020. Gina specializes in fashion colors, blonding, and curls.

Gina would describe herself as a nerd who...

@hairbycaithewitt

Caitlin was born and raised in Long Island, New York. She attended college at SUNY Albany studying Criminal Justice. She thought that field was for her but once she got her hands in hair, she knew immediately that hair was her passion. "I love being able to make someone’s day by just giving them a fresh cut or a simple bang trim." Caitlin moved to...

@lonestarhairstylist

Jax, a recent transplant from Northern California. She's been a stylist for 14 years. We are so happy to have her because she has experienced so much in the industry! In California, Jax was an in-salon educator, cosmetology instructor, and salon owner! How awesome is that?! Her passion is watching her clients transform as she specializes in...

@paintedby.sav

When you visit Urban Betty, you’ll immediately recognize Savannah with her signature white hair, killer nails, and extravagant lashes and makeup. Savannah was born and raised in Seattle, Washington where her infatuation with the beauty industry began. After high school she moved to California for college, but realized that she wasn’t happy after her...

@styledbyangelika

Angelika started at our flagship location in February of 2021 and graduated from the Avenue Five Institute. Angelika is from McAllen and has always dreamed of being a famous artist. Her strengths are dimensional blondes and fun pops of color! She is kind and patient, she lets others share before speaking up. That's a tremendous strength to have in...

@hayleywaltonatx

Hayley is originally from Billings, Montana. She graduated from Blanco Cosmetology School in 2014.

When Hayley is not behind the chair you can find her cooking, working out, listening to music or podcasts, on FaceTime with all of my long-distance friends, reading, going out for drinks with friends, or DIY’ing furniture.

@hairxjames

James grew up in Dallas and moved to Austin when he was 17. He originally went to school for business before switching to Cosmetology. He graduated from the Aveda Institute in 2019 and immediately began an apprentice program. James started at our flagship location in May of 2021 and it's been his home ever since. He specializes in creative cuts and color, "I...

@hairbyhthr

Meet Heather! She was born in northern California and is a recent transplant from Maryland. She joined our 38th flagship location in February of 2022. She graduated from Paul Mitchell in early 2011 and was top of class in honors for cutting and color! 😉

Heather fell in love with doing hair, "I’m always learning something new in the industry which...

@austinamberhair

Amber was born in Arkansas but proudly raised in Texas. She attended 2 years of college and decided her destiny was to be behind the chair and not behind a desk! She graduated from the Aveda Institute Of Austin, right here in town. After graduating, Amber moved to Chicago where she worked in an Aveda Salon for 4.5 years earning her way to Senior...

@the.wright.style

Hi, I’m Izzy! I was born and raised in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, and just moved to Austin, Texas at the beginning of 2022. I have been professionally doing hair for 4+ years. My passion for hairdressing came from helping people not only feel, but also look their best! I specialize in balayage and blondes which allows me to create a customized...

@sheridanlindy_

Sheridan is a Licensed Esthetician with a background in Dermatology. She grew up in San Marcos, TX, and moved back to the big city of Austin in 2017. Along with her passion for the skincare industry, Sheridan loves performing our Sorella Apothecary facial services and educating her guests on at-home care for their skin. Her favorite services to...

@breenectar_skin

Bree was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, making her way to Austin in 2019 with her fiance for a fresh start. She soon after got her esthetics license and has been expanding her career as an Esthetician. She is passionate about educating her guests and helping them achieve their skincare goals, as well as providing a one-of-a-kind, relaxing...