Salon History & Staff

History

Our staff

Our hairdressers and coordinators are some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the beauty industry. All of our hairdressers are expertly trained and graduates of our world-renowned school, Leon Studio One School of Hair Design. We take pride in choosing only the most dedicated and enthusiastic people who are committed to customer service and technical excellence. Each and every hairdresser in our company is involved in regular on-going training throughout their employment with us. They stay abreast of all the latest techniques and trends and are uniquely qualified to deliver quality that is associated with Leon Studio One.

Accomplishments and awards

For almost 25 years, Leon Studio One has been at the forefront of creativity and community service. We have been recognized in every major trade and fashion publications as a leading authority in the beauty business. Our numerous awards include:

• Best Companies to work for Buffalo Business First 2007, 2008, 2009
• Voted by Artvoice 2007, 2008, 2009 Best Salons in Buffalo.
• Featured in L'Oreal Unique Art magazine; featured numerous times in American Salon magazine.
• Featured numerous times in Modern Salon magazine, the largest trade magazine in the country.
• Featured on the front cover of Canadian Salon magazine; the first American salon to be on the cover of a Canadian trade magazine.
• Appeared in Mademoiselle and Elle magazine "Best Salons in the Country".
• Featured in behindthechair.com, a prominent industry website.
• Chosen as Creative and technical consultant for the development of top professional color lines and hair care products by major manufacturers such as Artec and L'Oreal.
• Active in many local charities and fundraisers such as Foodbank of Western New York and Carly's Kids.