Salon Avenue Team
Meet the Salon Avenue team—luxury hair stylists and specialists in League City, TX. Our team is known for blonding, balayage, dimensional color, hair extensions, and polished cuts with results designed to look effortless and grow out beautifully.
Serving League City, Clear Lake, Friendswood, Dickinson, Webster, Pearland, and Kemah.
Hanh NguyenCo-Founder + Director of Operations
Hanh Nguyen is a League City native and Co‑Founder of Salon Avenue HTX, leading daily operations with a strong focus on guest experience, team development, and salon systems. With over two decades in the beauty industry and a University of Houston business degree, she supports both the behind‑the‑scenes structure and long‑term growth of the salon. Known for her calm leadership and strategic mindset, Hanh helps maintain a polished, consistent service environment where guests and team members thrive. Outside the salon, she enjoys travel, exploring new cultures, and time with family and friends.
Denise LongoriaCo‑Founder | Master Stylist + Salon Educator
With over three decades in the industry, Denise Longoria is a Co‑Founder and Master Stylist known for refined technique and beautifully wearable results. She specializes in dimensional blonding, customized color placement, and mature hair blonding, including modern gray blending solutions designed for softness and confidence. As a Salon Educator, Denise prioritizes continued learning and supports team growth through mentorship and advanced education. Her work is polished, intentional, and tailored for long‑term maintenance. Denise draws daily inspiration from family as a proud mother of six.
Laran Nicole Fontenot-HockerMaster Stylist | Modern Barber + Texture Specialist | Salon Educator
Laran Nicole Fontenot‑Hocker is a Master Stylist and Modern Barber specializing in freehand cutting, textured styles, and lived‑in results with strong attention to shape and detail. Her extensive education through brands such as Hanzo, Wella, Goldwell, Redken, and Pulp Riot supports her work in highlights, bold color, smoothing services, and scalp care. Laran blends technical precision with a confident, approachable presence—helping guests from League City and Clear Lake feel informed, comfortable, and excited about their results. As a Salon Educator, she supports continued team growth while staying current on modern techniques and trends.
Amy GandyMaster Stylist + Colorist | Curly Hair Specialist
Amy Gandy is a Master Stylist and Colorist in League City specializing in curly hair, customized cuts, and healthy color results that complement each guest’s natural features. With extensive education through Oribe, Wella, Goldwell, and Davines—and Brazilian Blowout certification—Amy takes an intentional approach to hair health, shape, and long‑term wearability. She collaborates closely with guests to create cutting and color plans that enhance natural texture while delivering elevated, confidence‑boosting results. Outside the salon, she enjoys lake days, camping, and traveling.
Rosie Flores-DeffesTimeless Cut + Color Specialist
Rosie Flores‑Deffes is a seasoned stylist known for timeless cuts and polished color with long‑term wearability. Backed by advanced education through Toni & Guy, Wella, Goldwell, Oribe, Davines, and Brazilian Blowout, Rosie blends classic technique with modern finishing for results that feel elevated and effortless. She values continued learning and building lasting client relationships through consistency, care, and customized recommendations. Outside of the salon, she enjoys time with family, shopping, watching the Astros, fine dining, and relaxing with loved ones.
Mel MartinezExtensions + Color Correction Specialist
Mel Martinez specializes in transformation‑based services including color correction, corrective blonding, dimensional blonding, and modern color transformations. She excels in guiding guests through significant hair change with thoughtful planning, technical precision, and clear communication. Mel also offers cuts and extensions—including tape‑ins and K‑tips—tailoring each service to lifestyle, maintenance, and long‑term hair goals. Known for transparent consultations and realistic recommendations, she supports guests through every step of the journey while prioritizing continued education and consistent results.
Gisselle TorrerosBrunette + Teasylights Specialist | Salon Educator
Gisselle Torreros specializes in brunette transformations, teasylights, and lived‑in color, creating soft, seamless dimension that grows out beautifully. With advanced training and an education‑driven approach, she focuses on technique, detail, and helping guests feel confident maintaining their results at home. As a Salon Educator at Salon Avenue HTX, Gisselle supports team development and continued learning while staying current on trends and best practices. Her results are modern, polished, and designed to last between appointments.
Kara StrengthExtensions Specialist | Highlights + Dimensional Blonding
Kara Strength specializes in weft hair extensions and customized blonding services designed for a seamless, natural‑looking finish. She offers hand‑tied and beaded weft extensions to create fullness, length, and blended density while maintaining realistic texture and movement. Kara also provides balayage, highlights, babylights, teasylights, and lived‑in blonding, with a focus on soft dimension and beautiful grow‑out. Her consultations are intentional and detail‑driven—helping guests feel confident, supported, and educated throughout their hair journey.
Abby MuldinExtensions Specialist | Highlights + Blonding
Abby Muldin specializes in blonding, highlights, and hair extensions for guests seeking high‑impact transformation with a clean, polished finish. She offers multiple extension methods including weft extensions (hand‑tied and beaded), tape‑ins, K‑tips, and fusion, customizing each install to match lifestyle, density, and maintenance preferences. Abby works with premium extension brands such as Bellami, NANO Hairdreams, and Perfectress and is known for seamless blending and modern dimension. She also has a strong niche in pixie cuts and short hair transformations and is certified in smoothing treatments for sleek, manageable results.
Mackenzie CampbellHighlights + Bold Colors Specialist | Extensions
Mackenzie Campbell is a Paul Mitchell graduate with advanced training through Wella, Redken, Goldwell, and Oribe. She specializes in detail‑driven highlights, blonding, bold color, and color correction, delivering seamless results that feel modern, polished, and maintainable. Mackenzie also offers weft hair extensions, including hand‑tied and beaded wefts, customized for fullness, length, and natural blending. To complete the guest experience in one visit, she provides lash lifts, brow lamination, and brow + lash tinting. Guests love her strong attention to detail, creativity, and calm supportive approach.
Julan DiazExtensions + Highlights Specialist | Makeup Artist
Julan Diaz specializes in a wide range of services designed to help guests feel polished and refreshed in one appointment. She offers weft hair extensions (hand‑tied and beaded), highlights, and blonding, along with finishing services including waxing, lash lifts, brow lamination, brow + lash tinting, and makeup. Known for calm energy and clear communication, Julan creates a welcoming experience while customizing each service to match goals, lifestyle, and maintenance needs. Outside the salon, she’s passionate about animal rescue and enjoys time with her furry family.
Yesenia CastroEmerging Stylist | Creative Highlights + Modern Color
Yesenia Castro is an Emerging Stylist specializing in creative highlights and modern color with an artistic eye and detail‑driven technique. As she grows through education and hands‑on experience, she focuses on tailored color placement, customized highlights, and styling that feels polished, current, and wearable. Yesenia values strong consultation, connection, and creating results that reflect each guest’s personality and lifestyle. Outside the salon, she enjoys trying new restaurants, finding the best coffee spots, and spending time with friends and family.
Alyssa GonzalezEmerging Stylist | Highlights + Dimensional
Alyssa Gonzalez is an Emerging Stylist focused on creating detail‑driven results that feel modern, wearable, and personal. She enjoys lived‑in color, dimensional tones, layered cuts, and event styling, and loves working with all hair textures to enhance each guest’s individuality. Alyssa is committed to continued education and consistent growth in her craft so she can deliver refined results with confidence. Outside the salon, she enjoys sports and spending time with family.
Shalyn DoughertyEmerging Stylist
Shalyn Dougherty is an Emerging Stylist focused on building her foundation through hands‑on experience, continued learning, and team support. She’s known for being a great listener and creating a comfortable, welcoming environment for guests during their visit. With a strong work ethic and friendly energy, Shalyn is committed to growth, professionalism, and developing into a confident stylist.
Aneadra SchooleyGuest Service Coordinator
Aneadra Schooley is a Guest Service Coordinator focused on creating a welcoming, supportive experience for every guest. With extensive customer‑facing experience, she helps with scheduling, appointment coordination, and service planning while building strong relationships through consistency and care. Known for professionalism and teamwork, Aneadra plays a key role in keeping daily operations smooth and guest experience polished.
Gloriana ZunigaFuture Stylist
Gloriana Zuniga is a Future Stylist training through Texas City High’s cosmetology program and supporting the salon team with energy, professionalism, and attention to detail. A SkillsUSA Quiz Bowl winner and student ambassador, she’s committed to continued growth and education as she builds a strong foundation in the industry. Gloriana enjoys supporting the team while working toward her long‑term goal of salon ownership.
Kyrie MartinFuture Stylist
Kyrie Martin is a Future Stylist and graduate of College of the Mainland, continuing to expand her skills through education, new techniques, and hands‑on salon experience. She brings creativity, positivity, and a strong team mindset to every day while building meaningful connections with guests. Outside of the salon, Kyrie enjoys jewelry making, visiting antique stores, and creative projects.
Evelyn SaldanaApprentice
Evelyn Saldana is an Apprentice currently studying at College of the Mainland and developing her foundation in cutting, coloring, and hair design. She brings empathy, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic to the salon—helping guests feel supported and comfortable. Evelyn values teamwork and continued education as she grows in the industry and builds confidence through hands‑on experience.
Kathy LamSocial Media Coordinator
Kathy Lam is the Social Media Coordinator for Salon Avenue HTX, helping share the salon’s work, team, and culture through consistent and engaging content. She focuses on storytelling that reflects the salon’s signature services while maintaining a clean, elevated brand presence. Kathy supports cohesive messaging across platforms so guests can easily connect with the Salon Avenue experience online.