Our Team

Angela has worked in the beauty industry since 1984. She started her career as an apprentice and quickly advanced to Hairstylist and then, in salon Educator. As an Educator, she trained the staff on skilled procedures and services. Angela holds many certifications for hair color & hair cutting techniques. In 2012, she became a Redken Certified Color Specialist. She also specializes in wig care and hair enhancements. Her greatest asset is her strong communication skills. Angela also enjoys volunteering at her church and lives in Collegeville with her supportive husband Stephen and their furry family.

Joanne is one of our more tenured stylists. Her rich history and hair style and design makes her a valued stylist among our clients. A graduate of Montgomery County vocational school, Joanne has enriched her skills with certifications from Redken, Sebastian, Truco, Youngblood cosmetics & Keratin treatments. Her thirst for current trends and hair fashion is evident by her roster of certifications. Joanne believes if you love what you do you’ll never work a day in your life and loves being part of the team at Bella Persone. Joanne enjoys traveling, healthy living and is a member at large of the herb society.

Jess started discovering her passion for beauty in art class at a young age. Switching from a paint brush to a make-up brush, she became a self-taught make-up artist. She graduated from CMTHS while attending NAHS in 2020. Being bilingual helps her communicate with an array of different people, making them feel beautiful and confident. She continues to further her passion by attending Redken and Summit Salon courses. She has also picked up many techniques from our owner, Angela. Jess loves shopping and spending time with family and her beloved fur baby Bombon.

Gabby received her Cosmetology license from the Center of Montgomery County Technical School in 1994. She has worked in the cosmetology field off and on since 1994, while raising her four children. She has a Redken education, along with experience as a nail technician. Prior to working at Bella Persone Salon she worked in the Title Insurance/Real Estate world. She enjoys being part of the Bella Persone Salon team, and being mom to her children and her kitty, Benny.

Emi received her cosmetology license after graduating from The Salon Professional Academy. The majority of her family are also licensed cosmetologists, so she grew up around a love for hair. Emi loves providing blonding and color services. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her loved ones.

Vaneza started at Bella Persone Salon in June 2024 as our assistant. She recently graduated from Central Montco Technical High School and received her cosmetology license.

Kristi is a graduate of the University of Delaware, and is a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Coach. Kristi’s mother was a hairstylist, and her grandfather was a barber, so she grew up with some knowledge of the hair industry. In addition to managing the salon’s front desk, she does the marketing for the salon. She enjoys time with family (includes her cats), exercising, and relaxing on the beach.

Sue received her Associates degree in Finance, from Montgomery County Community College. She worked as an Assistant Controller for a private company during her career, and came out of retirement to work in the salon. Sue loves spending time with her 2 children, and enjoys reading a good book.

Rachel graduated from beauty school in March of 2022 and frequently attends in salon classes for Redken, Amplify, and more. She transitioned from being on the floor doing hair to help manage education for new stylists, correspondences with our salon representatives for our inventory, and works at the front desk.