Prospect Heights Team

As a son of hairstylists, Shannon grew up with a love and passion for the hair.  Now an internationally known Platform Artist and Education/Creative Director, his talents have allowed him to lead a team of 1600 educators supporting 57 countries while leading trainings and stage shows in countries like England, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Jamaica, Trinidad, Korea, Canada, Sweden, Finland, Jamaica, Mexico, Australia, South Africa, China, Brazil, Bali and Singapore. Shannon’s appeared on the Oprah show doing make-overs and enjoys working backstage each season at New York Fashion Week. 

Allyson has over 26 years of salon professional and salon leadership experience as the Co-Owner and CEO of Hair & Co BKLYN and Beauty 360 Consulting and former President and CEO of Dessange Group North America,  Vice President of Education for Clarins,  and head of the salon division for such companies as; Ulta Beauty and ColorWorks Salon a division of Ratner Companies.  She became a Stylist right out of high school and later an American Board Certified Haircolorist.  She writes a blog for Salon Today and was featured in Beauty Fashion Magazines “Counter Culture”, Salon Today “2013 Enterprising Women” and Scholar Magazine “Making It Personal”.

Chad Taber is a veteran in the salon and has spent over a decade working as a highly requested contract artist and Certified Colorist for Keune Haircosmetics. He thrives by sharing his experience and knowledge with other salon professionals, including his role as the Color Coach in Prospect Heights. Chad has worked with the Keune International Team back stage at New York Fashion Week and at Keune Evolution events, and he enjoys special event styling and working on set for editorials. He relocated to Brooklyn in 2015 to join the Hair & Co BKLYN team and he brings a fresh eye to the Brooklyn hair scene, inspired by fluid color, geometric shapes and a lived-in aesthetic. Experimental color techniques and avant garde cuts, styles and construction also feed his creative vibes.

Sunshine possesses a bubbly, warm personality that we’re sure you’ll adore. There’s no doubt that you’ll feel welcome, uber comfortable and in safe in hands with Sunshine when you’re in her chair. After all, her clients’ happiness is her No. 1 priority. Sunshine’s incredible talents have also been sought-after by A-listers, TV shows and major ad campaigns.  Whether whipping up gorgeous balayage, ombre, foilyage or highlighted tresses, nipping coifs, performing keratin treatments, or tapping into her Dream Catchers’, Hair Dreams’ or sew ins extensions’ training, Sunshine has an unparalleled set of skills and can create any look you desire. When left to her own druthers, she prefers to craft romantic, pretty styles paired with grit and an edge. “I like things that are in juxtaposition—like a yin and a yang!” she says.  When you sit in her chair, Sunshine promises to give you the same undivided attention and world-class service that she awards her celebrity clientele. “I make clients feel heard and love to give them hairstyles they could have never imagined!” she says.

Janice is a loving Mom and Prospect Heights local.  As a seasoned professional she’s known for her diverse clientele and passion for all textures of hair.  While she has a love of haircolor, chemical work (relaxers and cold perms) and natural hair; she’s known for incredible weave installation and crotchet and hair braiding.   Janice’s amazing energy,  attention to detail and love for what’s possible will make your next hairstyle one to look forward to.

Originally from California with stints in Tokyo, Japan and Austin, Texas, Teddy is happy to now call New York his home.  He has a graphic style, having studied at Avenue Five Institute in Austin, Texas, a Sassoon Connection School, The Vidal Sassoon Academy in Santa Monica, California and apprenticing at Sassoon Salons here in New York City.  He has a strong affinity for precision cuts and creative color.  In his spare time Teddy enjoys writing, sewing and playing the guitar.  Teddy is also fluent in Japanese.

Alyssa is an old soul.  Her calm patient demeanor shows up in every aspect of her work: how she; listens, practices her craft,  pays attention to every detail,  to her consistent ability deliver a enjoyable relaxing experience.    Alyssa’s passion for all forms of art inspires her to be a lifetime learner constantly growing her skills all so she can help you look and feel like the best version of yourself.  She loves detailed haircuts, razor cutting, dimensional haircolor and all types of hair painting.  

Coming from the Bay Area, with a background in fine art, fashion and design, Savannah strives to make your vision come to life.  She stays highly engaged in the translation of the current industry trends taken from her experiences at NYFW into cutting edge designs that suit your lifestyle.  Savannah's mission is to make you look and feel like the best version of yourself.

Rhianna's bubbly upbeat personality is contagious and immediately makes you feel right at home.  Her dedication to education and passion for learning gives her a head start on hair trends and speciality techniques, especially fashion colors and funky tones.    

Born and raised in Miami where the glitz and the glamour never dulls; where you get your hair and makeup done before hitting the beach. Ashley Christine understands the significance of looking and feeling your absolute best and strives to make sure her clients have a great hair day, every day. She left her city for this one to pursue her passion for hair and is excited to see where NYC can take her career. A painter at heart, Ashley Christine loves all things color. From sun-kissed, natural balayage to funky, bright fashion colors and everything in-between. She just wants to make your hair dreams come true!