Design Team

Barbara

Master Stylist & Salon Owner

Barbara Sangenito has enjoyed being the co-owner of Plum Tree Salon and Spa for 10 years and takes pride in her talented and energetic staff. She has retained most of her original clientele while becoming a well-known name throughout Historic Roswell. In addition to her 30 years of professional experience from New York City to Atlanta, she frequently attends educational classes to stay up-to-date on the newest styles. Her expertise lies in corrective color, latest hair-cutting trends, bridal parties and other special events.

Cindy

Master Stylist & Salon Owner

Cindy is originally from Pensacola, Florida. She moved to Maui when she was 18 for an exciting 2 years, then back to Florida, where she discovered her love for hair and decided to attend Pensacola Junior College where she won an award in competition the first year of becoming a master stylist. Cindy taught students ways to wear and care for their hair and worked several years with AU’BRE International, designing hair for weekly fashion shows before coming to Atlanta.

When she first moved to Georgia, she was involved as a Delta flight attendant stylist and volunteered to do hair for the Shepherd Spinal Institute, though most recently has been involved with Rally Foundation for childhood cancer in their Day of Pampering. She has continued education for hair and skin care with International Beauty School of New York, Vidal Sassoon of London, Llongueras of Barcelona, Miami, Las Vegas, Minneapolis and Phoenix. Cindy has experience as a color and make-up educator, loves working with and is certified in Keratin Protein treatments for straightening the hair without chemicals and specializing in color correction. Cindy has also discovered a love for designing beautiful scarves {Kinikia Designs} and herbal hot and cold packs which are available @ Plum Tree Salon and Spa in any specialized colors.

Missy Willard

Missy Willard has been a name on the Roswell hair scene for over 15 years, having previously owned and operated a successful salon on Canton Street before joining the Plum Tree Salon and Spa team ten years ago. Keratin and Japanese Straighteners are Missy’s specialty, as well as a full-service menu of cutting, hair color, color correction, and facial waxing. Her work can also be seen on local stage and screen, as well as dozens of Atlanta brides.

Stephanie

Master Stylist/Color Specialist

Stephanie has been a hairstylist in Atlanta since 1993. She has been with Plum Tree Salon and Spa since it opened 10 years ago. She received her training at the Pivot Point Academy as a Master Cosmetologist and has furthered her education continuously through hands on classes with renowned artists from REDKEN, PUREOLOGY and FRAMESI. Stephanie recently achieved the status of a REDKEN CERTIFIED HAIR COLORIST in July 2011 at the REDKEN Exchange in New York City.

She specializes in hair cutting design, creative color techniques and loves doing up-styles and make up artistry for bridal/special events. Stephanie is one who listens to her client’s needs and strives to deliver a look that is current and trendy, but at the same time is real for their lifestyle.

Danielle

Danielle Bianco began her career as a stylist in Los Angeles, where she trained under the Vidal Sassoon Team, Louis Licari, and the prestigious Linear/Carlton line of salons. With her beginnings in stage, screen, and print work, Danielle honed her skills [and perfected her blonding] working on Hollywood clientele and seeking further education in New York, New Orleans, and Atlanta. She has been with Plum Tree Salon and Spa for six years, and is currently crazy for the new Keratin Smoothing trend. She specializes in long hair!

Venus

Color Specialist/ Hair Stylist

As a stylist for 14 years Venus has a great passion for both color and design. Her unique and fun-loving approach to her art keeps her fully engaged with her clients during their visit. Each client can expect a full consultation to assess individual needs and concerns. Venus has been at the Plum Tree Salon for 6 years.

Venus has always strived to keep up with the latest techniques and has travelled extensively to perfect her art. She was instructed at the Gene Juarez Academy of Beauty in Seattle, Washington [member of INTERCOIFFURE.] Venus trained with Rusk International Design team. She also became a certified hair color specialist with WELLA International in New York. Venus has been a member of the International HAIRCOLOR Exchange since 2008.

Venus has transformed herself throughout her career. Not only is her specialty color-paneling and multi-dimensional color. She strives hard to educate her clients on latest trends and products in the industry. Venus will see her vision for you throughout the entire design process.

Susan Gilliland

Master Cosmetologist

Susan has been with Plum Tree Salon and Spa for over 10 years. She is a Master Cosmetologist with extensive color training and expertise. Susan also specializes in the Coppola Keratin Hair Smoothing System. She has quite an eye for tailoring a look designed especially to compliment your face shape with the latest trends and styles!

Marian Brannon

Master Stylist

Marian has been a hairdresser for 14 years. She began as a member of the Matrix Design team doing hairshows and established her reputation as a sought after stylist specializing in finishing and special occasion styles. Marian travels all over to style for weddings and other major events. She also enjoys make up artistry and color correction and personalization.