OUR TEAM
JP Styles Teaching Salon is not a traditional salon — it’s a mentorship-driven training environment designed to bridge the gap between beauty school and a thriving career. Here, stylists don’t “assist.” They learn by doing. Every stylist who joins our team is a paid learner, working side-by-side with seasoned mentors on real clients, building confidence, developing skill, and growing a clientele from day one. Our mentors are experienced professionals who teach techniques, service flow, client communication, and the business side of the industry — because success requires more than passing a state exam. We believe education should happen behind the chair, not just in the classroom. Clients benefit from: • Quality services at community-friendly prices • Stylists trained in current trends and modern techniques • A meaningful experience where education and passion meet Stylists receive: • Paid, hands-on training (not unpaid assisting) • Residency-style mentorship, similar to a trades apprenticeship • Clear pathways for advancement and commission growth This salon is the pilot location for the Hands That Built America Foundation, proving that mentorship, craftsmanship, and community can rebuild careers — and rebuild small-town America. We’re not just doing hair. We’re building futures
Bianca Santana
Brianna Columbus
Elsa Ramos
Eryn Bruce
Heather wilde
Innovative lash artist with a passion for creating stunning lash extensions that enhance your natural beauty, providing top-notch service and personalized care for each client.
Jacquelyn Bushnell
Jacquelyn “Jackie” Place is a master stylist, educator, and founder of JP Styles Teaching Salon in Castleton, NY. With 27 years behind the chair, Jackie blends advanced color theory, precision cutting, and hands-on education to create a salon experience that empowers both clients and future stylists. Her salon operates as a teaching concept—a place where seasoned mentors guide new stylists through real-world learning while offering clients high-quality services in a welcoming, community-focused environment. Jackie believes beauty should build confidence, opportunity, and connection—and that every person who walks through the door leaves feeling seen, valued, and inspired
Karalyn Smith
Karalynn Salon Coordinator | Operations Manager Karalynn is the heart of The Beauty Guild’s daily operations, ensuring every client, resident, and mentor feels welcomed and supported. From coordinating schedules and managing the front desk to keeping the salon running smoothly behind the scenes, she’s the steady hand that keeps everything on track. Passionate about the beauty industry and helping others succeed, Karalynn plays an essential role in creating the warm, community-centered experience that defines The Beauty Guild