Meet the Hair Team

Shanna Poirot - Stylist Extraordinaire Shanna Poirot has a four year Art degree and German minor from Walla Walla University in College Place, WA. Shanna expanded her art experience to the art of hair and graduated from Northwest Hair Academy in 2002 in Mt. Vernon, WA. Shanna gained valuable experience doing hair at salons in Bellingham and Walla Walla. She currently is enjoying working at LeFore’s Spa as a cosmetologist doing hair.Shanna shapes her clients’ hair by using her artist’s eye and by listening. Shanna particularly enjoys assisting clients in discovering a style that they can identify with.Shanna’s typical haircut service includes a thorough consultation, an invigorating shampoo, a conditioning scalp massage, a haircut, a style lesson and suggestions for hair care. Clients receiving chemical services such as color or straightening receive a complimentary hand massage during the processing time.Shanna enjoys a wide variety of projects at home including spending time with her husband, twin boys, and a younger son, Shanna loves spending time outside walking, biking, or camping.

Nikki Mamoulelis - Stylist Extraordinaire, Team Leader Nikki grew up here in Walla Walla. She attended college in the Napa Valley, and received a bachelors degree in exercise science, Nikki then decided to follow her dream and attended the Gary Manuel Aveda Institute in Seattle to become a Cosmetologist. Nikki applied at LeFore's before she finished school, and is happy to be back in Walla Walla. Nikki got married in 2009 and just recently added a sweet little addition to the family and is currently available for appointments part time.

Hannah Mudd - Stylist Extraordinaire Hannah moved to Walla Walla in 2009, after growing up in Richland Washington where she received her education at the Academy of Cosmetology. Hannah really enjoys doing hair, make-up, and nails. Her favorite is hair coloring and cutting, as she knows it can make a difference in how a person feels. In her spare time Hannah enjoys drawing, photography, and being outside as much as possible. Hannah loves what she does and will never stop being passionate about it!

Mandy - Stylist Extraordinaire Mandy went to the Gene Juarez academy in Seattle to attain her hairstylist dreams. Moving from Seattle to Walla Walla recently Mandy says she was a small town girl living in a big city! Mandy has just completed her training to become a Brocato networker... who knows we may see her on a hair stage one of these days. Mandy has a warm and outgoing personality and loves doing hair and meeting new people.

Emma Brueske- Stylist Extraordinaire Emma attended Walla Walla Community College to achieve my degree in hair design. Emma views hair as an art that never gets old. In her free time Emma loves to travel and experience new cultures and foods, she likes to be open minded and try new things, and enjoys sports and outdoor activities.

Gretchen Calahan - Stylist Extraordinaire Gretchen recently graduated from Hair Tech Academy, and has a passion for Cutting and Coloring along with a natural ability that shows through to her clients. Gretchen loves being able to make people feel good about themselves. She is beginning her career by taking the steps to become an Aveda Mentor. In her spare time Gretchen loves spending time with her son, going fishing, and riding her horse.

Sallee Bleth - Stylist Extraordinaire In the Spring of 2011, I graduated from Hair Tech Beauty Academy. There I discovered that assisting clients with their style goals is truly my passion. To further enrich my training, I attended several cutting and styling courses at the International Salon and Spa Expo in Long Beach, California, as well as classes in Aveda, Tigi, and Redken color lines. I was born and raised in the Walla Walla Valley, and plan on calling it home for a long time. I was married in August 2011 and my husband Johnny is the love of my life. God has richly blessed me with a wonderful family, and I love spending time with them. I have wonderful parents, two awesome sisters, a great brother-in-law, and the cutest nephew. I enjoy painting, country music, road trips, cute shoes and a good cup of coffee. Johnny and I have three dogs and one cat. From assisting you in choosing a tasteful and stylish hair cut and color, to carefully bringing the style to reality, my goal is to ensure you have a relaxing spa experience at LeFore’s that leaves you feeling fresh and confident.

Sandy LeFore - Stylist Extraordinaire Sandy brings great experience to our hair team, having attended multiple advanced classes with our industry leaders like: Vidal Sassoon, Gerry Gerard, and Michael O'Rourke, she helps to mentor our new interns. Sandy is a familiar face to many around town. She previously owned two hair salons in Walla Walla and she loves what she does. Sandy has an outgoing personality and loves to socialize! Look for her at chamber events and other social events around town.