Elizabeth Jakaitis

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Elizabeth Jakaitis is MODERN SALON and SALON TODAY's assistant editor, responsible for coverage of beauty news, products and trends. She is managing editor of MODERN’s TEXTURE! supplement, focusing on curly hair, and of the SOLO ARTIST program for independent stylists. Through reporting, social media engagement and involvement at industry events, Elizabeth tracks the pulse of trends and business practices that are shaping the world of professional beauty.

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Salon Management

5 Strategies to Improve Your Male Clients' Salon Experience

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

This summer, men are looking for versatile styles and a convenient salon experience that won’t slow them down.

Salon Management

Hotel Guests Become Nail Salon Clients at 70 Park Avenue Hotel’s Manicure Concierge

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Guests in a hotel are almost always there for an event that they want to look great for, whether it’s a vacation, a wedding or a business meeting. However, after the hassle of packing and travelling, there’s always something that ...

Design

Salon Tour: Roman K Salon

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Roman K SalonNew York, New Yorkromanksalon.comOwner: Roman KusayevDate of Opening: 2014Style: spacious, chic, modernSquare Footage: 2,500Number of Styling Stations: 15Number of Treatment Rooms: 2Salon/Spa Equipment Lines Used: Takara ...

News

Salon Tour: Salon Mayan Unveiled as First Matrix Inspiration Salon

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Salon MayanHuntington Village, New Yorksalonmayan.com Owner: Ben B. AharonDate of Opening: Expanded into bigger location in November 2014 Style: clean, modern, minimalistNumber of Styling Stations: 12Number of Treatment Rooms: ...

Raylon CEO Howard Hafetz and Raylon President Josh Hafetz present the 2015 Art of Business Award...

News

Intercoiffure America/Canada Named 2015 Art of Business Award Honoree

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Intercoiffure America/Canada (ICA) was honored as a 2015 Art of Business Award Honoree at the 2015 Raylon Art of Business Seminar, held April 26-27.This prestigious seminar, in its 14th year, focuses on insightful and doable practices for salon ...

News

Freestyle Systems Introduces VaporFree Ventilation/Lighting/Dryer Platform for Healthier Salons

Elizabeth Jakaitis

Freestyle Systems introduced the new VaporFree Ventilation System integrated with Freestylist Hanging Hair Dryer and SpectraLights LED lighting at the Premiere Orlando Beauty Show, on May 30, 2015. The VaporFree system is designed to remove ...

Neil Ducoff, founder and CEO of Strategies

News

Strategies Announces Second Annual Team-Based Pay Conference

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Strategies responds to increasing demand for team-based salon and spa compensation with revamped two-day conference in Chicago, IL on September 27-28, 2015.

Design

Salon Tour: J Roberts Salon & Studios

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

J Roberts Salon & StudiosHickory, North Carolinajrobertssalon.comOwner: Jim RobertsDate of Opening: February 24, 2015Overall Style: modern, industrialSquare Footage: 2,200Number of Styling Stations: 12Equipment Manufacturer: Minerva salon ...

Design

Salon Tour: Five Senses Spa and Salon

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Five Senses Spa and SalonPeoria, Illinoisfivesensesspaandsalon.com Owner: Paola HintonDate of Opening: June 2006Overall Style: luxurious escape, elegant, sophisticatedSquare Footage: 3,000Total Design Investment: $94,110Styling Stations: ...

Design

Salon Tour: Echo A Salon

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Echo A SalonGuilford, Connecticut echoasalon.com Owner: Stephanie HuffmanDate of Opening: July 2013Overall Style: upscale boutique, unique chicSquare Footage: 720Total Design Investment: $31,800Styling Stations: 8Furniture: ABC Carpet ...

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