Meet the Team

At Metropolitan Salon and Spa, our dedicated team is constantly growing and learning to better serve you! Whether you’re a regular or a first-time visitor, we want you to feel comfortable getting to know all of us!

Still not sure? No worries! Take our Meet Your Stylist Survey, tell us a little bit about yourself, and let us find the perfect fit for you!

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Meet Your Stylist

Hair Stylists

Claudia Alcantar

Claudia Alcantar

Stylist | Redken Color Certified | Extensions | Level 4

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Claudia received her professional training from The Salon Professional Academy, and has been with Metropolitan for the past 4 years! She enjoys providing services like balayage, and highlights. Claudia is the perfect fit for clients who are looking for someone friendly who can bring the latest trend into their lives, while also having some fun! Claudia says that her favorite part of working in this industry is making her guests feel happy about the way they look.
FAVE SPOT: The Pearl | FREE TIME: Spending time with family or friends | COFFEE ORDER: Vanilla Chai Latte
Sarah Starch

Sarah Starch

Stylist | Barber | Level 3

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Sarah joins our team with over 8 years of experience in the Lacrosse and surrounding area. Sarah went to Winona Technical College and TSPA Onalaska. Sarah is energetic and driven, she  is a perfect fit for guests who are looking for easy going conversations and want to feel like they have been lifelong friends forever. Sarah has a diverse skill set that includes perming, blonding and her favorite service to perform is barbering. 

FUN FACT: Mom of twins | FUR BABY: Border Collie| DRINK ORDER: Iced white mocha

Zoie Twite

Zoie Twite

Stylist | Redken Specialist | Extensions| Level 2

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Zoie is a licensed Cosmetologist who completed her education at The Salon Professional Academy Zoie received 2 different scholarships from The Salon Professional Academy, the Joe Francis, and the Big Dreams scholarships. Her goal is to have guests love their hair and service when they leave her chair. If you are looking for some me time and the salon and want to be pampered while you are here Zoie is the perfect stylist for you!
COFFEE ORDER: White mocha Iced from Moka | FAVE SPOT: The Bluffs in La Crosse | PRODUCT PICK: Redken Blondage Shampoo for Blondes
Logan Suhr

Logan Suhr

Stylist | Redken Specialist | Nails | Level 2

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Logan Suhr is a licensed Cosmetologist who completed her education at The Salon Professional Academy. As a Redken Specialist Logan shares her enthusiasm and energy, the unique Redken “spirit” with her guests! She loves to provide blonding services, hair cutting and pedicures. Logan’s fun and driven personality is a perfect fit for the guest that is looking for a stylist who knows how to achieve the look that they are envisioning. Guests who are looking to try something new or guests who are looking for a place to refresh and recharge will find that in Logan’s chair.

PRODUCT PICK: Kerastase Nutritive 8 Hr Night Serum | FAVE SPOT: Buzzard Billy’s | COFFEE ORDER: Iced Americano with a splash of 2% from Moka
Shelby Levandoski

Shelby Levandoski

STYLIST | BARBER | VIVID COLOR ARTIST | LEVEL 1

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Shelby is a recent graduate from The Salon Professional Academy Onalaska.. Shelby has been a part of the Metropolitan team for the past year as a part of our Support Team. They received the Big Dreams Scholarship while going to TSPA Onalaska. Shelby is dedicated to helping their clients feel more comfortable and confident with their appearance and provide a safe place for self love and expression in their chair. Shelby’s passions are vivid and fantasy colors.
COFFEE ORDER: Honey and Lavender Tea | PRODUCT PICK: Pureology Strength Cure Line | FAVE SERVICE: Balayage
Courtney Thompson

Courtney Thompson

STYLIST | MAKEUP | Extensions | VIVID COLOR ARTIST | LEVEL 1

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Courtney received her education at Lajames college in Mason City, Iowa! She enjoys Vivid Colors and is one of our team members who specializes in them. Courtney is the perfect fit for clients who are always looking for something new from their hair appointments! Courtney says that her favorite part of working in this industry is always meeting new people.
COFFEE ORDER: Iced cold brew with cream, Carmel, and sweet cold foam | PRODUCT PICK: Extensionist Serum by Kerastase | FAVE SPOT: Granddad’s Bluff
AMY HANG

AMY HANG

STYLIST | NAILS | MAKEUP I LEVEL 1

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Amy is a licensed Cosmetologist who completed her education at The Salon Professional Academy in Onalaska. Amy is new to our team, however, she comes with 10 years of experience in the industry. She loves to provide blonding services, and her favorite service is balayage.  Amy is friendly, open-minded, and reliable.  Guests who are looking to connect with someone who has experience is easy to talk to, and is fun-loving would be a perfect fit with Amy.

COFFEE ORDER: Chai Latte from Java Vino | PRODUCT PICK: PUREOLOGY Smooth Perfection Smoothing Serum | FAVE SPOT: Brice Prairie trails

EDEN BAIRD

EDEN BAIRD

STYLIST | NAILS | MAKEUP I VIVID COLOR ARTIST I LEVEL 1

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Eden is a licensed Cosmetologist who recently completed their education at The Salon Professional Academy. Prior to moving to Wisconsin and graduating from TSPA, Eden had been a nail technician for several years in Alaska. Eden’s fun and sassy personality is a perfect fit for guest that is looking for a stylist who knows how to achieve the look that they are envisioning. Guests who are looking to try something new or guests who are looking for an edgy look will be in Eden’s chair.

DRINK ORDER: Raspberry green tea from Moka | PRODUCT PICK: Maypop lotion from Farm House Fresh | FAVE FOOD: Culver’s Onion Rings

Associates

FAITH JANDT

FAITH JANDT

ASSOCIATE I NAILS

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Faith, our resident coffee enthusiast graduated from The Salon Professional Academy and is excited to be joining the team at  Metropolitan. She is building a clientele in vivids and blonding services. Faith is a perfect fit for our coffee enthusiast guests and loves the great conversations that go with a good cup of coffee and friend.

PRODUCT PICK: Quick Blowout by Redken | FAVE SPOT: The Bluffs | FAV DRINK: Moka’s Black and white blended

Massage Therapists

Emma Dockter

Emma Dockter

Massage Therapist | Level 4

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Emma is a Licensed Massage Therapist who received her training from Globe University of La Crosse. Emma also holds a CNA, and before coming to Metropolitan worked at other salons, as well as at Bronston Chiropractic. Emma is our most senior Massage Therapist. Her well-refined practice has earned her recognition as Best of La Crosse’s #1 Massage Therapist in 2017, and as runner-up in 2018.

Emma has been in Massage Therapy for 7 years and specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Athletic Massage, Pre/Post-natal Massage, Senior Massage, and Myofascial Massage. Emma’s favorite part about working in this industry is caring for others. What she loves most about her job is the opportunity to help her guests relieve pain, stress, and anxiety through natural methods.

FAVE PRODUCT: FarmHouse Fresh Shea Butter | FAVE SPOT: Home | FREE TIME: Gardening + Car Shows
Riley Schroder

Riley Schroder

Massage Therapist | Level 2

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Riley is a graduate of Delta College in Covington, Louisiana. She has been in the industry for 2 years. Riley is a licensed massage therapist as well as a certified Yomassage therapist. Riley is an easy going, slightly goofy, and caring person. Her caring and gentle approach help guests feel calm and comfortable. Her favorite guest is one who not only gets a massage for the relaxation benefits but for the mental health benefits as well.

FAVE PRODUCT: Farmhouse Fresh Honey Lavender Salt Scrub | FAVE DRINK: Large drip coffee, 2 splendas with cream| FUR BABIES: 2 Blue Heelers, Crash, and Steeler

Estheticians

KATE CREGER

KATE CREGER

Esthetician | LASH EXTENSIONS | Dermaplaning | Level 2

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Kate is a Licensed Esthetician, Makeup Artist, and Lash Extension Technician who received her professional training at TSPA Onalaska. Kate has been with Metropolitan for the past year and loves Lash Extensions, Facials, Waxing,  Bridal Makeup, and dermaplaning.  Kate’s favorite services to offer are full set lash extensions and dermaplaning.

COFFEE ORDER: Salted Caramel White from Moka | FAVE PRODUCT: FarmHouse Fresh Marshmallow Melt body lotion | FREETIME: Dinner with Friends

Support Staff

Sam Frauenkron

Sam Frauenkron

Guest Experience Specialist

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Sam has worked in the cosmetology industry since 2014. She attended The Salon Professional Academy in Onalaska. She realized after attending school that she loved being in the industry just not with being a service provider. Guests can count on Sam to deliver an exceptional experience with a touch of fun and sass! Not only is Sam amazing at delivering an exceptional guest experience she loves to customize our guest’s shopping experiences whether that is for themself or choosing the perfect gift.
COFFEE ORDER: Iced Caramel Latte w/ Almond Milk | FAVE PLACE: All Glazed Up | PRODUCT PICK: Kerastase 8H Night Serum

Shareholders

Holly Fox

Holly Fox

Shareholder | Stylist

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Holly is a licensed Cosmetology Manager who has been in the beauty industry for 20+ years and received her training from Pro Schools of Cosmetology & Scientific College of Cosmetology. She started her career at Scot Lewis Salons and in 1999, opened Metropolitan Salon and Spa. Holly is a certified Redken Colorist and Educator, traveling to salons across the country to train their teams on Redken product lines, color techniques, and professional development. Under her leadership, Metropolitan Salon and Spa has been named the area’s #1 Salon & Spa by Best of La Crosse, five years in a row! She’s also proud to say that through her work with High Performance Salon Academy, Metropolitan was recognized with the Velocity Award.

Holly is one of our most senior stylists and specializes in Color Corrections, Mature Hair, Bridal Styles, Portrait Session Styling, Special Occasion Styles, and Blowouts. She works best with clients who trust their stylists to take the reins and lead the service with expertise. Holly prides herself on bringing fresh, fun ideas to every client’s consultation, ensuring that every client’s color and style is as unique as they are!

PRODUCT PICK: Redken Wind Blown | COFFEE ORDER: Blanco Americano | FAVE SERVICE: Microblading
Cindi Mausehund

Cindi Mausehund

Shareholder | Director of Guest Experience

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Cindi’s career in the cosmetology industry started over 20 years ago when she attended Winona Technical College for a nail technician license. Cindi’s background in management and retailing has helped Metropolitan achieve LaCrosse County Best Salon and Spa for over 5 years.

Cindi is well-known by guests and staff as friendly and courteous, always bringing positivity and energy to our work. Cindi’s favorite parts of her position are putting a smile on the face of our guests and celebrating our team when they meet their goals or reach life milestones! Cindi takes great pride in her work and aims to elevate your experience with us beyond what you might find at other salons and spas. If we ever miss our mark, Cindi will be sure to make it right.

FAVE SERVICE: Herbology Body Polish | PRODUCT PICK: Awesome Socks | COFFEE ORDER: Blanco Americano

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