Our Team
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Tracey Wingo
OWNER & HAIRSTYLIST 
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My career began at the early age of nine when I would cut hair for friends in my neighborhood and much to my surprise...I was quite good! Ever since then, I have been pursuing a space of my own. Downtown Refinery is my realized dream - equal parts relaxing, friendly, high-quality, and creative.
I am pleased to offer our space with expert stylists by my side. Our talented staff is here to engage your needs, provide you with top-notch services, and create an environment that places a positive break in your morning, afternoon, or evening. |
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Jill Leitz
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Jill Leitz is an acclaimed hairdresser who leads an illustrious career within the salon industry. She’s a 4 x winner of the North American Hairstyling Awards. She’s been an educator for Redken NY, Trevor Sorbie UK, and currently Beauty Underground, Denver. Images of Jill’s innovative work have been published in high-profile salon industry and fashion magazines including Allure, American Salon, Canadian Hairdresser, Hairdresser's Journal, InStyle, Modern Salon, Denver Post, Channel 9 News, Launchpad & Teen Magazine. Jill is one of the founder’s of the reputable Salon Salon, Boulder.
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Robert Dakota
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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My career began in the 70’s in NYC. A serendipitous viewing of short geometric women’s haircuts on late night television, presaged an era and guided my path. Mentored first by Paul McGregor, I was furthered along by the British Invasion of David Daines and Ian Harrington. My influences have spanned trends and classics. In Boulder, having cultivated a strong referral base, my stand out clients and peer relationships have included dancers, local business persons, professors, mountain climbers ”the ‘Wisdom Haired” and moms and dads and sons and daughters. Currently I am following social media influencer David Kinigson, a dry cutting pioneer and author of The Haircutters Handbook.
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Donna Bell
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Donna Bell is a rare breed of hairdresser: gifted master stylist, former business owner and business manager. One of the most skilled and sought-after stylists, Donna has specialized in serving successful Boulderites for 30 years. Trained in contemporary techniques for men and women, she has participated in and earned certificates from numerous national and international organizations ranging from American Crew, Great Lengths, Toni and Guy, Sebastian, Steiner of London, Wella International, Deva, Vidal Sassoon and Vivian Mckinder.
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Cheryl Stephenson
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Cheryl has been behind the chair for over 25 years. She's seen just about everything in that time and doesn't shy away from a challenge. Cheryl is a very experienced in natural looking blondes and is trained in precision cutting techniques. She takes advantage of life in the foothills and hits the trails whenever she can!
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Amber Monez
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Amber has been a licensed stylist for 31 years. Her passion is precision haircutting, and creative haircutting work. She has attended advanced Sassoon courses yearly for the past 25 years in London, New York, San Francisco and Santa Monica, Beverly Hills. While living and working in New York, she also attended razor cutting courses with Bumble and Bumble and Nick Arrojo to diversify her cutting style. Amber has attended seven Master Courses at the Vidal Sassoon in Santa Monica with Mark Hayes and Traci Sakosits . Six years ago she completed the final year of the
Sassoon Salon Educator courses 1 and 2 specializing in teaching the ABC ‘s in haircutting, and teaching creative cutting. 2019 Amber attended an open blade razor cutting course with Sally Rogerson Education in San Francisco Amber has a passion for hair-cutting, and believes “Strength through Quality'' Amber is inspired through Sassoons philosophy to create a look that is paired with the clients face shape, body, individualism and lifestyle. Amber is most inspired by passing on what she has learned to the next generation of stylists, an ideal her mentor Joseph Rosso has always encouraged her toward. Amber is very excited to begin her new journey in Boulder Colorado and strives to operate in a highly creative and motivated environment. Instagram: Ambern_hairartistry |
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Casey Hebb
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Casey has a vast base of knowledge and experience, having spent more than 14 years in the hair industry. Twelve of those years have been spent in Boulder creating beautiful, transformative color and styles for a very discerning, and devoted clientele.
Casey loves co-creating beauty with her clients and takes pride in her ability to clearly hear clients' needs and desires first, then deliver results that exceed expectations. While always ready with style advice, tips and recommendations, Casey respects each client's comfort level and unique aesthetic vision and enjoys making their hair dream a reality. Hairstyling for Casey is not just a career but an artistic endeavor drawing inspiration from fashion, pop culture, and nature (which is at its best here in Colorado). Passionate about ever-changing art of hairstyling, Casey keeps up with top-of-industry education including in-salon classes from world renowned stylist Sam Villa, as well as advanced training at Redken 5th Avenue in New York City. While every client benefits from top-notch services and skill, Casey specializes in blondes, ombre, graduated bobs, and long hairstyles Her Zodiac Sign: Taurus Dream Vacation: Switzerland Favorite Spot in Boulder: The trails, who can choose one!? |
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Aimee Tucker
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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With more than 17 years of industry experience, Aimee brings passion, creativity, and expertise to hair. She has had a love for hair since she was a little girl, and continues to stay on top of trends and professional education so she can bring out the best look for every client. With advanced training in Wella Hair Color and certification in Babe Hair Extensions, Aimee understands how to work with each client’s unique hair color and texture to create the perfect style.
Aimee is an expert in hair extensions! She offers I-Tip, Tape, hand-tied, and machine-sewn wefts. She also specializes in balayage-style highlights. In her free time she loves to do yoga and enjoys tropical vacations. |
Amy Sharp
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Hello I’m Amy. California born but have lived in Boulder since 1979 (I was very young!) I’m a master hairstylist/colorist and have been practicing the art of hairstyling since 2003. Its been my lifelong obsession after the first time I had my hair colored in a salon (middle school!) I knew somehow this would be my path. Over the years I’ve seen many trends come and go but have made it my mission to stay ahead of current trends. I love working with my clients to achieve whatever goals they may have for their hair. When I’m not working you’ll mostly find me outside hiking or looking to be inspired by my next cooking or baking experiment.
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Briana Sandford
PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST 
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Licensed since 2005 and in the industry 3 years prior Briana brings her passion for fashion, culture, music and art into practice to create the right vibe for each client. Specializing in color, cuts, and extensions, she is well versed in both classic and current trends.
Quick to laugh and listen and a true water baby, in her downtime Briana prefers to bask in the sun as close to any body of water as possible, both here in Colorado or any warm sandy scape. |
Karla Olson
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Professionalism, precision, and creativity best describes Karla behind the chair. Karla began her career in 2009 as a hairstylist in her home state of Minnesota. Her past work experience in Colorado and California, along with her ongoing commitment to continuing education and her role as a Framesi Color Educator, fuel her passion for the hair industry. Karla specializes in many color applications including balayage and hand painted pieces. She is also highly skilled in the art of long, short, textured, and precision hair cutting.
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