Strands team
Our People

Meet the Artists

Every member of our team brings a unique specialty, international training, and an unwavering commitment to your confidence.

Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Founder & Master Stylist

15+ years of experience. Trained at Vidal Sassoon Academy London. Editorial work featured in Vogue, GQ, and Allure. Specializes in precision cutting, editorial styling, and textured hair.

Precision Cuts Editorial Texture
Sofia Rivera
Sofia Rivera
Color Director

12 years of color expertise. L'Oréal Professionnel certified colorist. Trained at the Wella Studio NYC. Featured in Allure's "Top Colorists in America" list. Known for dimensional balayage and natural-looking color.

Balayage Color Correction Foils
James Okafor
James Okafor
Senior Barber

10 years of traditional and modern barbering. Trained under master barbers in London and Lagos. Winner of the 2023 Grooming Style Award for "Best Fade in NYC." Straight razor specialist.

Fades Beards Straight Razor
Yuki Tanaka
Yuki Tanaka
Style Consultant

8 years of experience. Trained at Shiseido Hair Academy Tokyo. Specializes in avant-garde styling, textured and curly hair, and creating editorial looks for fashion week. Known for bold, architectural cuts.

Avant-Garde Curly Hair
Elena Volkov
Elena Volkov
Bridal & Events Specialist

9 years specializing in bridal and special event styling. Has styled over 400 brides. Trained at the London School of Barbering and Vidal Sassoon. Published in Brides Magazine and Martha Stewart Weddings.

Bridal Updos Editorial
Ryan Mitchell
Ryan Mitchell
Junior Stylist & Treatment Expert

5 years of experience. Certified Olaplex and Kérastase specialist. Completed the Strands Academy mentorship program under Marcus Chen. Passionate about hair health, scalp therapy, and restorative treatments.

Treatments Scalp Therapy

Join Our Team

We're always looking for passionate, talented stylists who share our commitment to excellence. If you're ready to grow your career at one of NYC's top salons, we'd love to hear from you.

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