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!

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

LIZ G.

Independent Master Stylist

Creating stunning dimensional color as well as, an amazing Balayage or Ombre are Liz’s passion. A Chazio’s Family Member for over 9 years, Liz is known for her cutting edge styles and is one of our resident Redken Specialists. Meeting her Guests expectations is her priority. Liz is an avid foodie and enjoys cooking.

LIZ G.

Independent Master Stylist

ANDREA D.

Independent Master Stylist

Andrea is known for her fashion forward looks and personality. She has been part of the Chazio’s Family for over 10 years. Her specialties include rich dimensional color, as well as, Balayage, and Ombre. In her free time she enjoys running and raising her 3 beautiful children.

ANDREA D.

Independent Master Stylist

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

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!

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
Voted One of The Best Stylists Best of the Fox 2018!

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

KATELYN

Stylist & Makeup Specialist

Katelyn is a graduate of Regency Beauty Institute and mentored under Charles for her post-graduate degree. She offers a full range of hair services and specializes in makeup and color techniques. Katelyn has been part of the Chazio’s Family for 2 years and enjoys baking.

KATELYN

Stylist & Makeup Specialist

EVONA

Independent Artist – Organic Ink Microblading & Lash Extensions

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EVONA

Independent Artist – Organic Ink Microblading & Lash Extensions

LISA R.

General Manager, Salon Coordinator

Lisa has been a part of the Chazio’s Family for over 11 years. After being a client of Chazio’s for a few years she opted to apply for a part-time position “to keep me busy”. Since then her position has evolved from part-time Salon Coordinator to General Manager, responsible for many of the functions that keep the salon functioning and flourishing.

Lisa lives in Algonquin with her husband and 3 children. She has a BS in Nursing from Villanova University. Lisa considers Chazio’s her second home and her co-workers her family. We feel the same about her!