“My journey in the beauty industry began back in high school during the 1990s when I started by sweeping hair and answering phones. Even in the 9th grade, I had a strong sense that becoming a stylist was my destiny. However, like many aspiring stylists, I initially ignored that calling and pursued a college education. After just one semester, I realized I had made a mistake, so I had a heart-to-heart conversation with my parents. They fully supported my decision to attend beauty school, and we began researching the top schools in the area. In 2001, I enrolled at the Douglas J. Aveda Institute in East Lansing, Michigan, and I fell in love with the profession from day one.
Following my schooling, I worked in a high-end salon in my hometown in northern Indiana for a few years. Later, an exciting opportunity arose that led me to Indianapolis to work for Aveda Corporate as a Salon Development Partner. This move thrust me into the business side of the beauty industry, which proved to be a valuable experience for me in the years to come. Despite my passion for helping other salons thrive, I found myself missing the art of working behind the chair. Two years later, I returned to a salon environment and resumed what I truly loved.
For 18 years, I dedicated my career to Indianapolis, with a decade of that time spent operating my own salon. Eventually, I moved to Baton Rouge due to my spouse’s job relocation.
Reflecting on my more than 20 years in the beauty industry, I feel incredibly grateful for the journey that led me to Rachel and EGGIE Salon Studio. Each day in this thriving environment, surrounded by incredibly talented individuals, I continue to learn and grow my craft. In addition to my work as a stylist, I am thrilled to be part of the leadership team at EGGIE and to hold the position of Director of Associate Training. Guiding and mentoring our young stylists, enabling them to build successful and fulfilling careers, has become my passion as a seasoned stylist.
Initially, I wasn’t sure how to transition into the industry without always being behind the chair, but I truly feel like God has led me to EGGIE to utilize my talents, expertise, and gift to serve others and contribute to bringing the full vision of EGGIE to life.”
– Angela LeBlanc