
Ashley Land
Owner of Epic Salon + Suites
Stylist / Hair Extensions & Custom Wig Specialist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Certified Colorist
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Fusion, Tape in and Hand Tied Hair extension Specialist
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Ultratress Hair Extensions
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Hot Heads Hair Extensions
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Halo Couture Retailer
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Great Lengths Hair Extensions
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Bellami hair extensions
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Cinderella Hair Hair extensions
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EasyPro Hair Hair extensions
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Diabiase Hair Extensions
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Brazilian Blowout
About Ashley Land
Ashley is originally from Kansas City, Missouri. She moved to Fort Myers 21 years ago to follow her dream of living in the land of sunshine. She began working at Vincent Salon and remained there moving through the salon ranks for 11 years. She attended multiple educational classes helping her to achieve certification in everything from Redken Certified stylist to Wig Specialist.
Ashley says her favorite part of doing hair is that she alone can turn someone's difficult day into a wonderful day!

Abby Rupar
Stylist/Makeup Artist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Specialist
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Redken Color Authority
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Redken Design Authority
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Hotheads & Hairtalk Extensions
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Brazilian Blowout
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Bridal and Special Occasion Specialist
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Make up Specialist
About Abby Rupar
Abby Rupar is originally from Pennsylvania and has lived in Southwest Florida for more than 10 years. She graduated from Cape Coral Technical College in Cosmetology.
Abby specializes in Balayage, and blondes, and is a perfectionist with color and cuts. She believes in continued education in the hair and makeup industry and keeps on top of the latest trends.
Abby loves the beach and playing with her puppies, and has been known to be a bit of a Netflix junkie on the rainy days!
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Biljana McDonald
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Hair Color Fashion Supremacy
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Brazilian Keratin Smoothing Treatment
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Hot Heads Hair Extensions
About Biljana McDonald
Biljana is originally from Yugoslavia and has been in the hair industry for 33 years, fourteen of which, have been in Southwest Florida. In Yugoslavia she shadowed/assisted hairdressers after school, but once she came to the U.S. she went to cosmetology school in Wisconsin, barely able to speak English. Her skills were recognized by the teachers and she was recommended to work at a very high end specialized salon, where she grew as a Master Stylist.
Upon moving to Denver, she took a position as Color Specialist at an Aveda concept salon. Here Biljana became a member of International Intercoiffure, attending higher levels of education and participated in International Hair & Fashion shows raising funds for battered women charities.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Chris Lewis
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Colorist
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American Board Certified
in Hair Color
About Chris Lewis
Chris is a native of Fort Myers who started his first salon and spa, Angles, at the age of 21. Angles was one of the first day spas in southwest Florida and he owned it for 12 years.
His next venture was at Vincent Salon & Spa which he co-managed. It was then that he became the recipient of the inaugural Global Entrepreneur of the Year Award presented by Redken and UCLA School of Business in London.
Chris is President of The Salon Professional Academy, the only Redken endorsed cosmetology school in southwest Florida for the past 10 years. Chris believes in education; 40 years behind the chair, in the classroom and on stage for leading hair companies.
Helping to inspire another person’s success is his passion. He enjoys paying it forward and growing future salon leaders.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Roxanne Hess
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Pivot Point style Women and Men Haircutting
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Onsite Wedding Specialty Styles and Updo's
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Hair Color
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Brazilian Blowout
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Ear Piercing
About Roxanne Hess
Roxanne is a Redken Certified Colorist originally from Colorful Colorado.
Roxanne has over 25 years experience behind the chair creating beautiful trendy, fun and funky as well as classic colors and styles.
Roxanne has worked with color lines such as Xenon, Aveda, Iona and Redken. She believes continuing education is very important to be a successful stylist.
Roxanne is confident in all types of color from traditional highlights to bold vivid colors. She is also very confident with razor cuts.
When Roxanne isn't at work she volunteers at Roof after Disaster or helping those in need in the Battered Women Shelter both in Fort Myers and Colorado.
Roxanne continues to travel back to Colorado to do life long clients several times per year.
Her hobbies include painting pictures, making jewelry and traveling with her husband.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Edmund Ico
Stylist
About Edmund Ico
Edmund is originally from the Philippines coming to the states when he was 14 years old.
Living in New Jersey, he graduated from high school and attended John Luis Beauty School. He graduated with the highest honors at the top of his class. Edmund was self-taught and he was cutting hair for family and friends at the age of 12. He claims that those years started out as a fun, artistic hobby that became reality and ended up being his beloved career. This career started in New Jersey until moving to Southwest Florida in 2000.
Inspired by his mentors, Edmund competed in many national hair competitions and has placed in the top for cutting and coloring. He has worked very hard to build a strong clientele here in Florida. He has traveled throughout the United States as a platform artist representing private label hair products.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Kari Myers
Stylist/Bridal Hair Specialist
Certified in the following:
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Graduated from The Redken Salon Professional Academy.
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Licensed Cosmetologist
for over 10 years. -
Master certified in Hairtalk Extensions
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Specializing in bridal hair and bridal parties
About Kari Myers
KARI'S MOTTO:
Life Isn’t Perfect, but Your Hair Can Be.
Kari was born in Gainesville, FL and has lived in Southwest Florida since 1998. Kari has had a passion for hair since she was 13 volunteering at a local salon in Cape Coral. During Kari's free time she began styling the mannequins hair in the back room, all the while reading books and watching videos on how to create updos. She then realized, along with the salons staff, that she had a talent for hair. She landed her first job at Vincent Salon & Spa where she styled hair for almost 5 years. Ashley Land was her mentor and someone she looked up to in the industry. You could often find Kari sitting behind Ashley, watching her style hair and taking notes. When asked her favorite thing about her career she says, “I genuinely love the challenge of a client showing/telling me what they would like their hair to look like and me coming up with a plan to make it happen. To see someones self esteem rise, confidence boosted and having the trust that I can achieve what they want is the reason for my passion in this career."
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Kelly Wayne
Stylist
Certified in the following:
Keratin Complex
Lasio
Brazilian Blowout
About Kelly Wayne
KELLY’S MOTTO:
The best color in the world is the one that looks best on you. Kelly dreams only in COLOR!!
Kelly is originally from Massachusetts having moved here when she was age six. She has been doing hair for over 30 years in Fort Myers. Kelly started renting her own chair at a rental salon at the age 24. After 15 years at that salon she opened her own chair rental salon that she ran for six years. She has now found her home here at Epic. Kelly has a passion for continuing her education. She attends many classes and has multiple color certifications.
Aside of her love for creating beauty, Kelly loves event planning, helping in the community and fundraising. She was a member of the Fort Myers Junior League for 10 years, served as a chairman on her favorite committee, Taste of the Town.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Lois Rupar
Stylist
Certified in the following:
Redken Certified Hair Colorist
American Board Certified Haircolorist
Brazilian Blowout
About Lois Rupar
Lois has a passion for making people look good and feel good about themselves. Lois has had extensive training in both coloring and cutting. She loves the learning environment and is always pursuing her education.
Lois is a Redken Certified Hair Colorist and an American Board Certified Haircolorist. These are two very coveted certifications.
Lois is originally from Pennsylvania where she owned her own salon. She has lived in Florida for 14 years. Lois is married and has three grown children, Chad and twins Blake and Abby, and two puppies that she adores!
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Lindsey Huelsenbeck
Colorist
Certified in the following:
Redken Colorist
About Lindsey Huelsenbeck
Lindsey started doing hair in 2009. She is originally from Iowa City, and often goes back to work at Studio 5 Salon. She has advanced training from the Redken Exchange, New York and takes classes regularly to stay current with today’s trends.
She is inspired by people’s natural hair color and likes hair color that looks like it could happen in nature. She has spent a lot of time assisting Tracey Cunningham, at Mećhe Salon, in Los Angeles and has assisted her at many of her color classes.
Lindsey loves trying new products and finding the best thing for her client. Her favorite color lines are Kevin Murphy and Alter Ego and favorite hair care lines are Balmain and Kevin Murphy.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Nancy Scott
Master Stylist
Certified in the following:
About Nancy Scott
Nancy has been a stylist and licensed barber for 31 years. Previous to coming to Epic she owned her own salon.
Nancy loves this line of work as it is always evolving, new techniques, new products, and new styles. She says, "It is satisfying when I can make someone look and feel special". Nancy currently works part time but still with the passion for making a difference for her clients.
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Redken Colorist
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Master Stylist
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Tyler Lapatin
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Colorist
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Master Stylist
About Tyler Lapatin
Tyler LaPatin, a native of New Jersey, moved to Fort Myers Florida in 1997. Tyler is not only a talented hair stylist she has been a dance major since she was 4 years old! If Tyler isn’t behind the chair making magic you can find her at FootNotes in Lehigh where she continues to teach and share her love of fancy footwork.
Tyler graduated cosmetology school in 2009. One of the most rewarding things for Tyler is helping others look good and feel good about themselves.
Tyler is committed to continuing education and being able to help her clients achieve any goals they may have.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Stylist

Stacie Thompson
Certified in the following:
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Redken
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Color WOW
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Matrix SoColor
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American Crew
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Brazilian Blowout
About Stacie Thompson
Stacie was raised on the beaches of Malibu, CA. She graduated from Simi Valley School of Cosmetology in 1989 but gained most of her styling skills through training with elite educators globally while traveling as a flight attendant for the prestigious MGM Grand Air. Her artistic vision and impeccable attention to detail lends her the satisfaction of desired results every time. She enjoys working with her clients to create styles and colors that truly wow. Owning a salon for fine men’s grooming in Southern CA allowed her to train and specialize in the art of precision cutting and styling specifically for men. Her goal is to make you look and feel amazing.
Whether you are looking for contemporary, classic, or far out and funky, you are sure to be delighted with your Epic experience when Stacie is behind the chair.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Bernadette "Bernie" Muisenga
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Redken, Wella, Goldwell, Pravanna, Aveda and
Pulp Riot Color -
European Cutting Class
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Keratin Treatments
About Bernie Muisenga
Bernie is originally from Chicago,Illinois. She started her career in Colorado where she was a stylist in Crested Butte, for 10 years, then onto Grand Junction, for 18 years, continuing her love in the beauty industry. She always dreamed of living by the water, so she left the beauty of the mountains for the beauty of the sea. Bernie began working at Ulta in Fort Myers in April 2018, but after always having had her own business she moseyed away from the corporate world and found Epic Salon & Suites. She has trained in color and hair design from top stylists from all over the world that includes Sam Villa, Sam Bracato, and Phillip Wilson. Bernie loves creating a masterpiece on everyone who sits in her chair. Your crown is her masterpiece!
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Doug Rice
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Color
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Redken Design
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Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment
About Doug Rice
Doug is originally from Ohio, having moved to Southwest Florida in 2015. Doug joined the Epic Salon family in July 2018 after spending almost 8 years working at Ulta Beauty. Doug has an impressive career climbing from a starting stylist in his hometown, then transferring to the Fort Myers location and climbing to a position as an Artist Educator.
Doug has achieved the impressive Redken Certified Design Stylist and Redken Certified colorist during his nearly decade long career. Doug specializes in women’s cuts, color, highlights and Keratin treatments.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Emily Francouer
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Keratin Smoothing Treatment
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Hairtalk USA Extensions
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Redken Colorist
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Bellami Hair Extensions
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Covet and Mane Hair Extensions
About Emily Francouer
Emily was raised in a small town in Western MA and relocated to Fort Myers Florida in 2015. She decided she wanted to change career paths from studying at FGCU and found an interest in cosmetology. She attended a local full time program at The Salon Professional Academy where artistic ability bloomed. Immediately following graduation of cosmetology school, she moved to Naples assisting and working with Redken artists learning from the best and most talented.
Coming to Epic Salon in 2018, Emily specializes in color, color corrections, highlighting, and Balayage techniques. In her free time she enjoys riding horses, boating with family, and spending time with her fur baby at the park.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Megan Saftchick
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Redken Colorist
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Hot Heads and Hairtalk Extensions
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Marcia Texeria Keratin Treatment
About Megan Saftchick
Megan is originally from Queens, New York and moved to sunny Florida in 2011. She graduated from The Paul Mitchell Hair School of Fort Myers. She began her career in Naples at a Redken Elite Salon.
Megan specializes in color corrections, blondes, Balayage, fashion/vivid colors and is always keeping up with the latest trends to keep her clients looking their best.
Her main goal is to make everyone look and feel beautiful! In her spare time, she enjoys taking her dog to the dog park, spending time with friends and family and traveling.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Andrew Charles
Stylist
Certified in the following:
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Principal Based Design Haircutting
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Redken Colorist
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Rusk Colorist
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Hairtalk Extensions
About Andrew Charles
Andrew is from New York State and has worked as a professional hairstylist for 18 years.
He specializes in precision hair cutting for men, women and children. His talents include hair color artistry, hair extensions and special occasion styles for weddings and formal events.
Andrew believes that the only way to do phenomenal work is to love what you do. It is his goal in the beauty industry to exceed your expectations.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Brittany DiGiacomo
Nail Technician
About Brittany DiGiacomo
Brittany was born and raised in SW Florida. She completed Sunstate Academy for both her Hair and Nails license and quickly discovered Nails were her passion.
"You can never be too rich, too curvy or have too much bling!" Brittany has attended several continuing education classes for the last six years and is sure to leave you with a WOW experience.
Certified in the following:
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Gel Nails
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Hard Gel
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Acrylic Nails
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Sculptured Nails
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Glitter nails
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Chrome finishes
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Kelly Motely
Nail Technician/
Permanent Make up Artist
About Kelly Motely
Kelly is a licensed cosmetologist and nail technician as well as a Two time certified Plasma Skin Tightening and Fibroblasting Technician.
She had a salon home for 10 years, until moving to Epic Salon in 2018.
She loves to compete in her craft entering and placing second and third in two different International Nail Competitions.
Kelly specializes in flawless sculpted nails, beautiful smile lines and crisp clean finishes. She enjoys doing everything from solid colors, rhinestones, tortoise shell, water color, free hand art, glitter and matte finish to name a few. With an assortment of Glitters,
Mylar, Gel polishes and Colored Acrylics, she is able to create the look you desire.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Skin services include:
Fibroblasting
Saline Tattoo Removal
Cosmetic Tattooing including:
Lip Brushing
Powder Brows
Microblading

Lisa Neal
Nail Technician
About Lisa Neal
Lisa is originally from Chicago, IL, having moved to Florida in 1984. She attended LaBaron Academy beauty school in Fort Myers earning her degree in Full Specialist allowing her to do nails, waxing, facials and eyebrow tinting. She has worked doing nails for over 30 years specializing in natural nails and pedicures. Lisa worked for many years at Vincent’s Salon before coming to Epic Salon in 2018.
Lisa enjoys decorating for all the holidays both in her home and in her work space. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with friends and loving on her cats!
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Amy Ingle
BSN, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Owner, Sweet Spot Medi Spa
Certified in the following:
Advanced Registered Nurse
Practitioner with the Florida
Board of Nursing
Board Certified as Family Nurse
Practitioner with the American
Association of Nurse
Practitioners
Certified Provider in Toxins &
Dermal Filler Procedures
About Amy Ingle
Amy is originally from Southwest Missouri and moved to Fort Myers in 2002. She is a 2005 graduate of the University of Missouri and a 2016 MSN graduate of South University. She has been in nursing for over 20 years. She fell in love with the art of facial rejuvenation."Its absolutely amazing what a few vials of filler can do! Right before your eyes you can transport people back to a more youthful version of themselves!"
Amy Ingle , Jennifer Moss, Wendy Pfeiffer make up the Sweet Spot team.
They offer services including Botox and Dermal Filler Injections,PRP, Sexual Rejuvenation shots, Medical Weight loss programs and Medical Grade Peels to name a few. Check out the Sweet Spot website to get a full overview of what the Sweet Spot Medi Spa team can do for you!

If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Caitlin Delfin
Stylist
Certified in the following:
Cosmetologist Since 2012
Wella, Joico, Pulp Riot, Color lines
Tape in and Hand tied Hair Extension Methods
Keratin Complex
Brazilian Blowout
About Caitlin Delfin
Caitlin is originally from Springfield Ill. Caitlin has been in the salon environment since she was 17 and has loved every minute of it.
She has learned from the best over the years and traveled across the country for education.
In an industry that is constantly changing it is important for her to keep up with the latest techniques and trends.
"Doing hair has been so gratifying; we build relationships with our clients, many become family over the years".
She also believes having your hair done is a form of therapy with the right salon experience.
You can find her hanging out with her husband and babygirl, cooking, decorating, reading, or watching movie with her dog curled up beside her in her spare time.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Raevyn Hayes
Stylist
Certified in the following:
About Raevyn Hayes
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Nikki Goshorn
Stylist
Certified in the following:
Redken Colorist
Master Stylist
Keratin Complex
Brazilian Blowout
Diner Airbrush Make up
About Nikki Goshorn
Nikki is a Florida Native. She has been a cosmetologist in the Fort Myers Area for over 13 years. She specializes in color, cuts, specialty styles and make up.
Being a stylist makeup artist she loves how making her clients; and sometimes complete strangers; feel amazing is what makes her job awesome.
From freshening up a color and cut to giving her clients a completely new look she loves it all.
Leaving Special Events knowing everyone feels beautiful is why she does what she does.
When she isn't working she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
She is a mother of two girls and a bonus daughter making three daughters total, She is blessed to have an amazing husband who always supports her.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Courtney Tincher
Stylist
About Courtney Tincher
Courtney is a Fort Myers native.
Courtney has been in the Beauty Industry for over 12 years. Growing up she found she had a natural talent for doing her own hair with fun colors and stylish cuts.
After deciding that the hair industry was her passion she ventured out to Santa Monica, CA to attend the Vidal Sassoon Academy.
She trained in Wella Color where she has received training from the industries top artists.
She found herself back in Fort Myers and began working Downtown at a salon where she stayed for 11 years working with Schwarzkopf color.
Her favorite part of doing hair is the way the color and cut fit together like a puzzle; like a seamless piece of art. While also being functional for everyday life.
When she isn't creating masterpieces behind the chair you can find her at Disney, the great outdoors, or home snuggling her fur babies.
Come on in and let her pamper you! She believes it's not just about hair its about the whole experience, feeling beautiful in a safe space where you can just be you.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land 239-826-5052
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Seada Nasrollah
Threader
Certified in the following:
Facial Threading Specialist
About Seada Nasrollah
Originally born and raised in Iran, Seada moved to Florida in early 2000. Seada is a talented Facial Threading Specialist who has mastered the art of threading. She learned threading at the young age of 19 and has perfected her technique through the years.
Seada achieved her Florida license in 2009 and has been touching lives ever since. With her years of experience and passion to make people happy with their appearance. Seada strives to exceed expectations and satisfy her clients everyday.
In her spare time, Seada enjoys reading, gardening, and spending quality time with her two daughters.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land at 239-826-5052.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Kimberly Patnaude
Full Body Wax Queen
About Kimberly Patnaude
Kimberly was born and raised right here in SWFL and loves living in paradise! She studied esthetics with a focus on waxing. She has been a WAX QUEEN for over 12 years and absolutely loves what she does! She has a unique ability to make you feel comfortable in her room while performing your waxing services as gently as possible. There’s no hairy situation she can’t handle.
When she’s not in the salon she is usually spending time with her husband and 3 kiddos.
If your stylist does not return your call within 24 hours please contact Ashley Land 239-826-5052
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Certified in the following:
Licensed in Esthetics
Specialist in Full Body Waxing

Carol Nordland
Salon Coordinator
About Carol Nordland
Carol is originally from Jamestown, New York.
In her spare time Carol enjoys decorating her home, shopping and spending time with her grandchildren.
Coming to work at Epic in July 2017 now gives her an opportunity to spend her day helping both the clients and the stylists. “I love the opportunity to meet the clients of Epic and make their experience smooth and memorable. She is a “people person” and does that so well!