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Our Team

Aveda Institute Las Vegas Leadership Team

We team manage at Aveda institute Las Vegas where we all focus on the specific areas of our expertise. We believe that by creating a family of management it allows our students a well-rounded support system while they attend our school.

THOMAS CIARNIELLO

Founder (RETIRED)

Although retired, Thom’s contribution and legacy lives on at the Aveda Institute Las Vegas. His vision and best practices are incorporated into everything we stand for and do each and every day. Having developed our “Become your own Masterpiece” program, Thom is becoming his own “Masterpiece” as he fills his time and passion studying art and painting.

John Gronvall

Owner/CEO

John has been with Aveda for over 15 years. He is passionate about providing a quality education in a beautiful environment, resulting in the licensure and placement of students into great careers. John’s favorite Aveda products are Hydrating Lotion or anything from the Shampure line!

Gail Renzi

Executive Director

Lauren Moody

Operations Director

Lauren has been with the Aveda Institute Las Vegas for four years. She is passionate about inspiring others in the quest for knowledge. Lauren’s favorite Aveda products are Lip Saver and Botanical Kinetics Intense Hydrator!

Gavin Williams

Front Desk

Gavin began his journey with Aveda in 2004! He is most passionate about giving each guest a kind, sincere, educational and memorable experience. Gavin’s favorite Aveda products are Lip Saver, Chakra #5, Hand and Foot relief.

Sasha Ness

Front Desk Lead

Sasha has been with Aveda for 5 years. She is passionate about the guest experience and helping students become successful. Sasha’s favorite Aveda product is the Nutriplenish Curl Gelee.

Paris Brown

Esthiology Educator

Paris started working for Aveda in 2022 and is an Aveda Institute Las Vegas alumni! She is most passionate about encouraging others, pushing them to always sharpen their skills while sharing her knowledge & experiences. Her favorite Aveda products are Botanical Kinetics Liquid Exfoliant & Radiant Skin Refiner.

Briana McCollough

Lead Esthiology Educator

Briana has been with Aveda for 5 years. She is passionate about helping and educate students to become the best future estheticians they can be. Briana’s favorite Aveda products is the Botanical Kinetics Skin Refiner.

Dezarae Valente

Cosmetology Educator

Dezarae has been with Aveda for over three years! She is most passionate about all things hair color, makeup and hair extensions. Dezarae’s favorite Aveda products are the Balancing Cooling Oil and the Botanical Repair line.

Marianne Richter

Lead Cosmetology Educator

Marianne has been with Aveda since 2015! She is passionate about professional development and coaching successful future cosmetologists. Marianne’s favorite products are the Nutriplenish Shampoo and Conditioner!

Ryan Withey

Cosmetology Educator

Ryan has been with Aveda for three years. He is most passionate about the students, educating each of them across all subjects and seeing them enter a vibrant, successful career. Ryan’s favorite Aveda product is the Botanical Repair line!

Tiana Jackson

Front Desk

Tiana has been with Aveda for just under 6 years. She is most passionate about seeing guests feeling renewed and glowing! Tiana’s favorite Aveda products are the Botanical Kinetics Pore Refiner Serum and Intense Hydrator Serum, and the Radiant Skin Refiner.

Heather Fleming

Cosmetology Educator

Heather has been with Aveda for three years. She is most passionate about the chemistry behind hairdressing. Heather’s favorite Aveda product is Phomolliant!

Allie Fort

Esthiology Educator

Allie began her journey with Aveda when she graduated from our Esthiology program in 2014. She came back to become an educator in 2017 because of her passion for making guests and students feel confident. Allie’s favorite products are the Botanical Kinetics Exfoliating Creme Cleanser as well as the Tulasara Calm Concentrate.

Meredith O'Flaherty

Esthiology Educator

Meredith has been with Aveda since 2019. She is passionate about all things skin care, traditional and cutting edge! Meredith’s favorite Aveda product is the Botanical Kinetics Intense Hydrating Masque.

Dicky Montoya

Cosmetology Educator

Dicky has been with Aveda since he graduated from our Cosmetology program in 2007. He is passionate about wellness and self care. Also, being a day maker is something he strives to do daily. Dicky’s favorite Aveda products are the Chakra Balancing Pure Fume Mists!

Sharon Walker

Financial Aid Advisor

Sharon has been with Aveda for about a year but has been in Financial Aid for over 15. She is passionate about helping students plan out their financial future and emphasizes on financial responsibility! Sharon’s favorite Aveda product in our Hand Relief.

Dulce Pixabaj

Cosmetology Educator

Dulce has been with Aveda for just about a year. She loves the art of hair cutting and helping students on the clinic floor. Dulce’s favorite Aveda product is the Nutriplenish line, specifically the shampoo.

Valerie Presser

Cosmetology Educator

Valerie began her journey with Aveda this year! She is passionate about creating hair and make up for special events. Valerie’s favorite Aveda product are anything from the Shampure line!

Dej'Sheron Alston

Lead Massage Educator

Dej’Sheron has been with Aveda since 2017! He is most passionate about helping people feel better and educating about massage practices. Dej’Sheron’s favorite Aveda products are the Stress Fix Creme Cleaning Oil and the Dry Remedy line.

Mary Banks

Educator

Mary has been with Aveda since 1991! She is passionate about Aveda Culture – the art & science of beauty through wellness. Mary’s favorite Aveda products are the Chakra pure-fume mists, Tulasara Skin Care, & Invati Hair Care System.

Anthony Dalaimo

Financial Aid / Operations

Anthony has been around the Aveda culture since he was young as his family was familiar with the brand. He is passionate about making school attainable for future professionals. Anthony’s favorite Aveda products is the Shampure line.

Fran O'Donnell

Registrar

Fran began her career with Aveda this year! She is passionate about helping students and keeping accurate records. Fran’s favorite Aveda product is Hand Relief!

Kristin Harris

Esthiology Educator

Kristin has been with Aveda for 4 years. She is most passionate about improving self confidence and changing people’s lives thru wellness and teaching. Kristins favorite Aveda product is the Tulasara Wedding Masque, Beautifying composition oil, and the Perfecting Plant Peel.

Johnny Crouse

Massage Therapist
Johnny is new to Aveda but has been working in the massage therapy industry for over 21 years! He is passionate about teaching and improving the quality of people’s lives. He is certified and specializes in in Medical Massage, Myofascial Release, Myo-skeletal Alignment, Deep Tissue, Thai Yoga, Cupping, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, Muscle Release, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, Hypno-Massage and Swedish Relaxation.

Juanita Evans

Cosmetology Educator

This is Juanita’s first year with Aveda! She is passionate about hair care. Her favorite Aveda product is the smooth infusion line.

Jasmine Despeine Goncalves

Admissions Advisor

This is Jasmine’s first year with Aveda! She is service hearted and passionate about customer service. Jasmine’s favorite products are the chakra sprays!

Maria Landry

Admissions Advisor

This is Maria’s first year with Aveda! She is passionate about meeting with students during career planning sessions and talking about their dream careers. Maria’s favorite Aveda product is Hand Relief. 

Lorien Johnson

Nail Tech Educator

Lorien is new to Aveda this year but is no stranger to the beauty industry! Her favorite Aveda product is Botanical Repair Intensive Masque.

Gabbi Stelzer

Cosmetology Educator

I have been with Aveda for about a year, but I have been in the industry for 30 years. I am passionate about educating new generations of stylists and I love being able to watch the students get set up for a successful career!

My favorite Aveda products are the whole Nutriplenish line.

Claire Reno

Esthiology Educator
I’ve been in the industry for 4 years and with Aveda for 2. My favorite part about the industry is, surprise, teaching! I love sharing my knowledge with people who are just as excited about it as I am. It’s truly the best thing to see your students grow into such talented and successful estheticians. I’m also extremely passionate about the medical portion of esthetics and will always be obsessed with chemical peels and lasers. My staple or go Aveda product to will always be the botanical kinetics liquid exfoliant. I could bathe in liquid exfoliant!

Claire Scarpelli

Esthiology Educator
I am new to Aveda but not to the industry! I’m passionate about making people feel confidant in their skin and empowering them to go out and empower others. Vitamin C Concentrate is my favorite Aveda product.

LaQwin Chapman

Cosmetology Educator
LaQwin has been with Aveda for 6 years and a licensed professional for 12 years. He is passionate about creativity in hair color and styling along with the ability to share knowledge and experiences. His favorite Aveda products are the hair color full spectrum deep and pramasana scalp cleanser.

Trini Baca

Nail Educator
I’m just starting my journey with Aveda. I am passionate about the connection with clients, students and learning and teaching all the new trends of the industry. My favorite Aveda product is the toning mist.

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