Team Talent Bios - Chazio's Hair Colour Salon

CHARLES W. NELSON

Owner, Educator, Color & Hair Extension Specialist, Independent Master Stylist

Voted Best Hair Stylist, Best of the Fox 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, & 2020!

Charles has been a Stylist for over 25 years, specializing in signature and corrective hair color, Balayage, Ombre and custom Hair Extensions. He is proud to have been voted “Best Hairstylist” by Best of the Fox 3 years in a row! Education is his passion and he has personally trained numerous successful Stylists through the Chazio’s Associate Program. Charles interests include health, fitness and weight lifting. He is also a certified Reiki Master and avid meditation practitioner. Charles lives with his wife, Gwendolyn and children, Chase & Chazzz, in his hometown of Crystal Lake.

CHARLES W. NELSON

Owner, Educator, Color & Hair Extension Specialist, Independent Master Stylist

GWENDOLYN R. NELSON

Salon Staff Support & Coach

Gwendolyn has been a member of the Chazio’s Family since 1994! In the salon, she assists with the daily flow and coordination of the Team to ensure a great experience for all. She is also the coach to every team member, helping them to reach their goals, career promotions, and personal bests. She is a certified Reiki Master and her interests include fitness, creative writing, and interior design.

GWENDOLYN R. NELSON

Salon Staff Support & Coach

KURT ZANGE

Partner, Associate Trainer, Color Specialist, and Independent Master Stylist

Voted One of the Best Stylists, Best of the Fox 2016!

Kurt has been a Stylist for over 20 years, specializing in precision hair shaping and color. He has passed his knowledge and experience onto countless Stylists as a Trainer in the Chazio’s Associate Program. In 2015, Kurt released his own brand of hair care, Element Five. He is an accomplished drummer and a lifelong resident of Algonquin, IL.

KURT ZANGE

Partner, Associate Trainer, Color Specialist, and Independent Master Stylist

NINA T.

Independent Master Stylist, Associate Trainer, and Certified Redken Specialist

Nina has been a Chazio’s Family member for over 9 years and is a trainer in the Chazio’s Associate Program. Her specialties include precision hairshaping, color, Balayage, Ombre, and she is both Brazilian Blowout & Redken Specialist certified. Education is her passion and it shows in her diverse abilities and approach to hair care. Her interests include music and fitness.

NINA T.

Independent Master Stylist, Associate Trainer, and Certified Redken Specialist

JANET R.

Master Stylist

Voted One of the Best Stylists, Best of the Fox 2016!

Janet is an accomplished Stylist with over 20 years experience. Originally from Australia, Janet has been a Chazio’s Family member for over 6 years. She specializes in signature colour, precision hair shaping, and Updo/ Special Occasion styles. She has even styled former First Lady, Barbara Bush! Janet’s interests include painting and her artwork has been exhibited at The Dole Mansion.

JANET R.

Master Stylist

CAROLE M.

Master Stylist

“Your work is your love made visible “ ~K. Gibran

Carole is an experienced crafts woman for over 25 years
She prides herself with the start of an honest consultation, perfecting skills on timeless designs in color and cuts of all kinds. Her specialty is multi–dimensional highlights and colors, detailed haircuts blended with the art of dry cutting respecting the natural fabric of your hair .

Carole truly offers her passion and talent combined with forming relationships. The end result is an enjoyable salon experience and the renewal of your hair. “Happy hair days”

CAROLE M.

Master Stylist

JENNA R.

Independent Master Stylist

A Chazio’s Family member for over 8 years, Jenna is passionate about creating looks and styles that her Guests can feel great about. She mentored with Charles N. and specializes in hair shaping, color, Balayage, Ombre, and is Brazilian Blowout certified. Jenna’s interests include running and she has participated in many local marathons.

JENNA R.

Independent Master Stylist

MELANIE D.

Assistant Manager/Master Stylist
Voted One of The Best Stylists Best of the Fox 2018 & 2020!

Melanie has been a Chazio’s Family member for over 6 years and mentored with Charles N. for her post-graduate Associate Program. Her specialties include custom color, Balayage, Ombre, and precision hair shaping. She is also Brazilian Blowout certified. In her off time, Melanie enjoys working out and volunteering her time to several worthy causes and charities.

MELANIE D.

Assistant Manager/Master Stylist

COURTNEY D.

Stylist & Hair Extension Specialist

Courtney’s passion is dimensional custom colour, Balayage, and Ombre. She mentored with Charles N. and has been a part of the Chazio’s Family for 3 years. Courtney also enjoys creating signature Updo/ Special Occasion styles and Makeup Artistry. In her free time she loves shopping and listening to country music.

COURTNEY D.

Stylist & Hair Extension Specialist

TINA

Stylist & Makeup Specialist

Tina is a multi-faceted stylist specializing in custom color, Balayage, and precision hair shaping. She also loves creating special occasion event styles and is a certified makeup artist. She mentored under Charles N. and Melanie D for her post-graduate training. Tina is also a Disney Party Princess and is best known for her portrayal of Rapunzel.