Matthew Kennedy
Manager
Barber/Hairstylist
ig: @hairbymkennedy
Originally from South Africa, Matthew has traveled and lived all over the world, most recently moving from Los Angeles to Fort Collins. His more than 25 years in the industry has earned him the position of Master Stylist in award-winning salons. Being both a licensed Barber and Cosmetologist who has trained under the philosophies of Vidal Sassoon, Jacques Dessange, Toni & Guy, L’Oreal, Bumble & Bumble and R+Co has equipped Matthew to develop his skills in all areas of the industry. He is an expert at men’s cutting, more specifically- clipper cuts and fades; as well as with long layers and killer blowouts. Being comfortable with the use of a razor has taken his razor cuts to new levels of interpretation. If you’re looking to update your color, he’s a pro at natural-looking blondes and brunettes. Matthew is an extremely talented musician and songwriter, so naturally his creativity carries over into everything he does. Matthew not only enjoys the technical aspects of approaching each client but also focuses on prioritizing the pursuit of understanding each clients personnel story. Being married to his wife, Renae, for 14 years and raising four daughters has added value to his sense of community and family.
“I love people. Creating hairstyles allow me a way to express a love that goes deeper than just a haircut.”
“I love people. Creating hairstyles allow me a way to express a love that goes deeper than just a haircut.”
Ben Gifford
vibrant color/men’s hair
ig:@benjamincastlegifford
Ben is a San Francisco native with over 18 years of experience in the beauty industry. He started as a graphic artist interning with his dad in California at the age of 17, but felt he needed a more social occupation. Ben was introduced to the hair industry via Redken through that internship, and thus found a love for the salon industry. Ben started interning at some of the top salons in Northern California (Lather Beauty Lounge and Cowboys and Angels) where he was able to hone his craft. Branching out to more classic hairdressing Ben interned with a Vidal Sassoon educator where he learned the fundamentals of cutting. Through the years I have taken classes with Wella, Aveda, and Redken Color.
Ben has always had a passion for painting and drawing and is partial to using a straight razor as a primary way to cut hair. It gives him the opportunity to create beautiful texture to hair that traditional scissor cuts can't offer
Ben’s goal is that all of his clients will walk away loving their haircut and color, whether it be a small trim or a complete makeover. He strives to give the most professional experience possible to anyone in his chair. Ben is an integral part of the culture at Voltage and loves working with talented and diverse stylist.
Ben has always had a passion for painting and drawing and is partial to using a straight razor as a primary way to cut hair. It gives him the opportunity to create beautiful texture to hair that traditional scissor cuts can't offer
Ben’s goal is that all of his clients will walk away loving their haircut and color, whether it be a small trim or a complete makeover. He strives to give the most professional experience possible to anyone in his chair. Ben is an integral part of the culture at Voltage and loves working with talented and diverse stylist.
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becky puckett
balayage/cutting
ig: @beckypucketthair
Becky loves hairstyling almost as much as she loves people. She's also an artist, a bit of a perfectionist and enjoys finding colors and cuts to compliment her guests. She was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Fort Collins in 2006. Becky gave her first haircut when she was five and from that moment on she was hooked. She attended Hair Dynamics, graduated in early 2012 and went on to finish her training in the Aveda New Talent Program. Becky is passionate about learning new techniques and trends for both men's and women's fashion, taking classes to keep her clients looking fresh and current, and making sure her guests leave feeling put together, happy and confident.
"A big part of having confidence is knowing you look fresh and put together and people are really drawn to that confidence. It's not conceit or pride; it's taking care of yourself, taking time for yourself, and loving yourself, because you know that you're worth it. That's why I love my job; people leave feeling better than when they walked in, they're just brighter. I can see it in their eyes and their smile, and that makes me happy." - Becky
"A big part of having confidence is knowing you look fresh and put together and people are really drawn to that confidence. It's not conceit or pride; it's taking care of yourself, taking time for yourself, and loving yourself, because you know that you're worth it. That's why I love my job; people leave feeling better than when they walked in, they're just brighter. I can see it in their eyes and their smile, and that makes me happy." - Becky
Kristin Obrien
blonding services/ balayage
Kristin O’Brien has been a Fort Collins native all her life. Born and bred. Local connections and this town mean the world to her.
She first knew she was destined for the hair industry at 14 years old- realizing it was the perfect mix of chemistry and artistry that she would thrive in. The balance of connecting with guests while being able to explore her scientific and creative mind was, and is purely ideal.
She has been doing hair since 2007 and has had the pleasure of being a lead salon stylist for over a decade, a national educator for Paul Mitchell, and a supporter of in-salon education teaching among peers.
Kristin thrives from learning and education, wether that is with guests or other stylists.
Color is her main specialty, but she enjoys the fact that geometry of hair cutting can tie an entire look together. She has also focused on being a blonde color specialist for her entire career. Her kind hearted, fun, welcoming, creative demeanor and drive continue to deliver the best possible service and care for her guests.
She first knew she was destined for the hair industry at 14 years old- realizing it was the perfect mix of chemistry and artistry that she would thrive in. The balance of connecting with guests while being able to explore her scientific and creative mind was, and is purely ideal.
She has been doing hair since 2007 and has had the pleasure of being a lead salon stylist for over a decade, a national educator for Paul Mitchell, and a supporter of in-salon education teaching among peers.
Kristin thrives from learning and education, wether that is with guests or other stylists.
Color is her main specialty, but she enjoys the fact that geometry of hair cutting can tie an entire look together. She has also focused on being a blonde color specialist for her entire career. Her kind hearted, fun, welcoming, creative demeanor and drive continue to deliver the best possible service and care for her guests.
Brittany Snook
vibrant color/makeup
ig: @twistedscissorstudio
Brittany comes to us with a little over 9 years in the industry. Having spent most of her childhood on the coasts of Alaska, she spent the rest of it exploring a large portion of the United States. She moved here at the beginning of high school and became licensed in cosmetology and permanent makeup in Colorado. Her first few years as a stylist she trained as a European stylist and has undergone training with multiple color, cut, and styling masters.
Brittany has a deep love of art and hair, and specializes in customized hair coloring. She is constantly adding new hair and makeup services and seeking continuing education in order to offer her clients all the newest trends, and to be able to improve the tried and true beauty services she practices daily.
Brittany has a deep love of art and hair, and specializes in customized hair coloring. She is constantly adding new hair and makeup services and seeking continuing education in order to offer her clients all the newest trends, and to be able to improve the tried and true beauty services she practices daily.
Kim Fite
stylist
ig: @scissorfite
209.484.2787
Kim is a master stylist and colorist with 25 years of salon and educator experience. She modernizes classic cuts to make them fun and wearable while working with demensional color to create looks that turns heads.
Kim is an expert on the difficult "scissor over comb" technique used on men's haircuts, and she will soon offer straight razor shave services.
While her education foundations are from Sebastian Internation and Sassoon in Los Angeles, and Bumble & Bumble in NYC, she continues to attend classes to stay knowledgeable in this ever-changing industry.
you can find her portfolio, contact and booking information on her website
Kim is an expert on the difficult "scissor over comb" technique used on men's haircuts, and she will soon offer straight razor shave services.
While her education foundations are from Sebastian Internation and Sassoon in Los Angeles, and Bumble & Bumble in NYC, she continues to attend classes to stay knowledgeable in this ever-changing industry.
you can find her portfolio, contact and booking information on her website
Hair is Sarah’s passion, cutting is her
Lauren Wooldridge
curly hair/DEVA Curl certified
970.373.4527
After studying at Hair Dynamics in Northern Colorado, Lauren started a career in hair that eventually landed her in Nashville, TN where she did hair for several music industry professionals. She spent the next years balancing her time between family and various roles in the beauty industry before deciding to return to doing hair after recovering from a 2016 car accident.
Lauren travelled to NYC in 2015 to study and certify with DevaCurl as a Deva Certified Stylist and loves helping people discover and embrace their natural curl.
Lauren enjoys developing long-term relationships with her clients and often does hair for multiple generations within the same family.
Whether it’s cut, color or style…….she wants to help her clients maintain healthy hair and feel/look their best.
Lauren travelled to NYC in 2015 to study and certify with DevaCurl as a Deva Certified Stylist and loves helping people discover and embrace their natural curl.
Lauren enjoys developing long-term relationships with her clients and often does hair for multiple generations within the same family.
Whether it’s cut, color or style…….she wants to help her clients maintain healthy hair and feel/look their best.