Our Stylists

The talent behind
the transformation.

Every stylist at Craft Collective is selected for their skill, trained in the latest techniques, and committed to ongoing education. Our team is here to bring your vision to life.

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2 Stylists on Wella Professionals and R+Co artist teams

2 Pittsburgh-area studios

40+ Stylists & specialists

Owner & Lead Stylist

Derek
Piekarski

Globally Recognized Hairdresser

Derek Piekarski sits in line with some of the most credentialed hairdressers in North America. He built his career training artists for seven of the industry's top hair brands, served on the North America Signature Artist Team for Wella Professionals, and led technical education for Aveda / Estee Lauder across an entire continent. He founded Craft Collective to bring world-class expertise to Pittsburgh.

Franz Stroher Global Education Master Trainer Award, Wella Professionals (2016) North America Signature Artist, Wella Professionals Wella Top Artist Team North America North America Manager of Technical Capabilities, Aveda / Estee Lauder Featured in Vogue India, various technical education content, and print and media publications throughout the globe

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The Team

Meet the team

Hair

Kyra Poskey

Stylist

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Abigail Radziminski

Stylist / Lashes

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Being part of the beauty industry has been such an exciting and meaningful journey. She's loved learning new techniques and styles that let her expres...

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Alexis Tara

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Brings creativity, passion, and precision to every service. Specializes in bespoke color design, vivid fashion tones, and haircut transformations. Her...

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Allison Logan

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Licensed stylist with just over a decade behind the chair. Spent her time building her skill set by attending many classes and workshops. Her up-do an...

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Alyvia Merz

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Amanda Melvin

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Specializing in several methods of extensions, including sew in, keratin bonds and I-tips. Multiple certifications across different companies. Loves a...

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Angelina Labella

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

I grew up in hair salons and started shampooing at 14 years old. I’ve been a licensed cosmetologist since 2014 and truly love what I do. Making ...

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Angie Beattie

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Better known by her clients as the PGH Hair Maven. Passion lies in crafting striking, personalized color -- rich brunettes, sun-kissed balayage blends...

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Bethany Yates

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. Built her career around a deep passion for hair color and creative transformation. Known for metic...

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Billy Bremer

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

13 years in the industry. Specializes in lived in colors, blondes, and vivid colors. Loves hair cutting and hot tool styling. Certified in Hot Heads t...

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Carlena Bonomi

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

5 years in the hair industry. Graduated from Empire Beauty school in May 2020. Loves all things color. From lived-in color to total color transform...

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Caroline Radziminski

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over three years delving into the world of Cosmetology. Has a flair for painting with vivid colors and crafting the smoothest blowouts. Commitment t...

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Cori Patterson

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Doing what she loves for over 20 years in Pittsburgh area salons. Favorite things include cutting, soft and smooth blowouts, and enhancing natural colo...

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Delila Keller

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Graduate of South Hills Beauty Academy. Over 15 years as a licensed cosmetologist. She really cares and spends the time with consultations and conversat...

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Erin McCleary

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Three years in the industry. Likes to maintain a relaxing environment, keeping communication open. Gives an in depth consultation before coming up wit...

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Greg McKenzie

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

U.S. Air Force veteran and trained mechanic. His foundation in structure and attention to detail translates into his work behind the chair. Known for...

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Greta Healy

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Doing hair for well over a decade. Passion for color and specializes in blonding. Her honesty and advice is one of her biggest strengths. Most clie...

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Hana Ko

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Jess Imler

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Jess Mitsch

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Licensed hairstylist with over 7 years of experience. Specializes in long hair, lived-in color, dimensional brunettes, and bright blondes. Prides...

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Kayla Quinn

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Started career in 2021 after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh. Favorite services are blondings, lived in color, and hand tied extensions...

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Kelly Buttermore

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 20 years of experience. Graduated from the Aveda Institute Minneapolis in 2001. Honed her craft in color, color correction, tape-in extensions,...

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Kerrie Kipp

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Kim Hughes

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Seasoned artist elevating her craft since 2002. 20+ years behind the chair. Several New York Fashion Weeks for Zac Posen, Christopher Palu, Lujin Zha...

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Lauren Trudeau

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Talented hair stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group in Pittsburgh. Brings creativity and precision to every look.

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Laurel Seager

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Specializes in blonding, precision cuts, and natural curls. Believes great hair should feel effortless, confident, and full of personality.

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Logan Goetz

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 10 years in the industry. Graduating from cosmetology school in 2013, senior stylist position in Pittsburgh for six years. Went to New York City...

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Mallory Puniak

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Marie Puniak

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Nicolette Chieffe

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Olivia Sperl

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Focused on mastering modern techniques in color, cutting, and styling. Loves connecting with guests, understanding their lifestyle, and creating...

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Sarah Burke

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Hi, I'm Sarah! Hair has been a love of mine for as long as I can remember, literally since I was a little girl playing with my Barbies and...

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Sarah Emeigh

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 10 years experience behind the chair. Loves having a range of clientele that reflects all ages. Helps people have full gender expression and br...

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Sean Boyle

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Took a unique path into the hair world, completing an apprenticeship under Derek.

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Selena Pace

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 10 years of experience. Passion for color and understanding of current trends enables her to make any client's vision a reality. Easy going...

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Shari Geldrich

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Hairstylist for over 40 years. Color trainer for Wella and Matrix, National Education Manager for Framesi. Owned Isle of You Hair Color Studio for 1...

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Sherry Maiolini

Stylist

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Stylist at Craft Collective Salon Group. Bio coming soon.

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Skin

Rachel Batykefer

Esthetician

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Over 15 years of experience and dedication. Multi certified skincare specialist and brow expert. Specializes in precise brow shaping, custom facials...

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Nails

Liz Potts

Nail Tech

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Nail technician at Craft Collective Salon Group. Offers classic manicures, gel manicures, structure gel, pedicures, and Gel X extensions.

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Susie Ober

Nail Tech

North Hills / Canonsburg only

Brings creativity, precision, and genuine care to every appointment. Refined eye for detail and passion for personalized service. Offers acrylic full...

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Assistants

Kaylan

Assistant

Ella

Assistant

Luc

Assistant

Every stylist here was chosen
for a reason.

At Craft Collective, we do not simply hire stylists. We build a team. Every member is selected for their technical ability, trained in the latest techniques, and held to a standard of personalized guest care that reflects Derek's vision. We invest in ongoing education so our team stays ahead of trends and delivers results that last.