When I thought about opening a salon of my own, I pictured the kind of people I would work with. I wanted to create an environment where my stylists can learn and grow in their careers, to have goals that they achieve through education and mentorship. Stylists will invest tens-of-thousands of dollars and years of ongoing training into their careers and I want to invest in them. They deserve to be respected for their talent and expertise.
Jennifer Trace
Owner, Journeyman Stylist
Jennifer Trace
Owner, Senior Stylist
Enjoys both the artistic nature of being a stylist and the analytical nature of running her own business.
30+ years in sales and customer service and 18 years as a stylist.
Certificate in Entrepreneurship from Mount Royal University & Business Intelligence from Eufora University.
Certificates in both Leadership and Power Communication from Rapport Leadership International.
Cecilia Sofocleous
Manager, Senior Stylist
Cecilia has worked hard to become a leader among her fellow stylists.
Master Extensionist with Babe Hair.
Session Stylist with Kevin Murphy.
Passion for complex colour formulations and stunning blondes.
Amy Grabowski
Senior Stylist
Amy has over 18 years of experience as a hairstylist.
She strives to bring out the natural beauty of every client that sits in her chair.
An excellent listener, she pays close attention to detail.
Amy has confident with short and textured hair types.
Allie Chinski
Senior Stylist
Allie possesses 14 years of experience as a hairstylist and 17 years as a makeup artist.
She loves doing bold, fun colours and funky cuts for her clients.
Her love of art continues in her spare time as she enjoys painting and drawing.
Allie also spends time making memories on adventures with her daughter.
Jessica O’Krane
Journeyman Stylist
Jessica joined The Refinery team as an Apprentice Stylist following her graduation from MC College in 2021.
Now as a licensed Journeyperson, she has developed a passion for blonding services and is an adept extensionist.
Makaila Blumhagen
Journeyman Stylist
Makaila has her finger on the pulse of the latest trends.
She's passionate about blonding and transformation services, to give her clients that WOW factor.
Gary Greenstein
Senior Stylist
Gary has a lifetime of experience and knowledge to share.
A former salon owner in Medicine Hat, Gary has been in Calgary for the past 18 years.
He specializes in women's hair, offering cuts, colours, blonding and perming services.
Magee McAlister
Journeyman Stylist
Camilla Majore
Level 2 Apprentice Stylist
Bruno
Emotional Enhancement Specialist
Bruno is an expert at vibration lap massage and warming.
He possesses 7 years of experience in both snoozing and cuddles.
As an avid pescatarian he is also a certified Tim Bit connoisseur.