Meet the Members of Salon Rispoli Staff

Mario Rispoli

Master Stylist/ Salon Owner

With 37 years of experience in the hair and beauty industry, Mario Rispoli is a master stylist and the proud owner of his own salon. Renowned as a highly sought-after educator and speaker across all branches of cosmetology, Mario leads the field in non-surgical hair replacement in the tri-state area.

Mario's journey includes comprehensive wig-making studies in NYC and specialized training in non-surgical hair replacement at Visions International Company in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He has honed his skills at prestigious institutions such as Jingle International in NYC and London, Tony and Guy Academy, and the Vidal Sassoon Academy in London. Additionally, Mario has actively participated in advanced classes at the Redken Exchange across various locations nationwide.

Committed to continuous learning, Mario is on track to become a Certified Trichologist in 2025. His dedication to education ensures he stays at the forefront of industry advancements.

Mario's approach is client-centric: he listens to your needs, assesses your hair, and recommends tailored solutions. His philosophy is that a hairstyle should complement each individual, suit their lifestyle, and maintain the integrity of their hair.

Thomas Tear

Master Stylist

Thomas is a 22 year veteran of Salon Rispoli with a total of 42 years of experience in the business. He is a published author and writes in his spare time. He believes that hair should be simple and easy to maintain. He is a master with classic styling. In addition of his years of experience Thomas is Deva curl certified, Redken Institute trained in cutting and coloring, and has attended numerous educational programs. Thomas is also well versed with men’s styling including beards and mustaches.

Senior Stylist

Erica Reilly

Erica has worked at Salon Rispoli for 13 years. She is a Pravana color specialist and has extensive training with East Coast Salon Services as well as the Redken Exchange in N.Y.C. Having struggled with unruly, curly hair for most of her life, Erica is uniquely qualified to understand the special care that styling and maintaining curly hair requires. She listens to her clients and suggests ways of obtaining their goals without compromising hair quality or integrity. She is great with short, medium or long hair.

Debbie Perrone

Starting as a receptionist Debbie has been with the shop for 19 years, 16 as a stylist. She apprenticed under salon owner Mario Rispoli and has multiple classes with East Coast Salon Services as well as the Redken Exchange in both N.Y. and Las Vegas. She also has attended multiple product knowledge classes. In addition to being a talented artist Debbie is a great communicator. She prides herself on always being on time. Her calming relaxed manor will put you at ease. Debbie books fast so make sure to call in advance.

Laura Kintigh

Laura has been a respected member of Salon Rispoli for 18 years. She enjoys creating beautiful, easy care styles for her clients. She is a great communicator and will make sure you get Salon perfect results at home. Laura is Deva Curl and Pureology product certified and has extensive training at the Redken Institute in N.Y. and Las Vegas

Jessica Lashbrook

With over 17 years of experience in the industry, Jessica is our very own Irish southpaw. Known for her warm smile and attentive nature, she has a genuine passion for listening to her clients and understanding their goals. Jessica believes that her ability to truly comprehend her clients' needs, combined with her commitment to ongoing education, is the key to her success.
Jessica graduated from the Shilling and Douglas School of Design in 2007 and has continued to expand her knowledge through advanced training. She has studied under Sam Villa at the Redken Institute and attended various cutting seminars and design classes at the Redken Exchange in NYC. She’s also trained at the Moroccan Oil Academy in NYC, earning certifications in both master color and design. Additionally, Jessica is a Pravana Master Color Certified Artist.
When she’s not perfecting her craft, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two children, often taking trips to the beach to unwind and enjoy family moments.

Kayla Sullivan

Kayla has been with Salon Rispoli for 14 years. She feels that if she can put a smile on your face and make you feel beautiful she has been successful. She is a color specialist who hopes one day to teach advanced color. She has multiple classes in color including, Balayage Boot Camp, Balayage Triple Threat Master Class, with Ashlee Norman, Hair painting with Jessica Scott, and she has also studied hair cutting and styling at master classes with Redken in both N.Y. and Las Vegas, Se habla Espanol.

Samantha Horwath

Samantha is a 9 year veteran of the hair care industry and in her spare time loves to sketch and draw. She is equally skilled with men’s and women’s hair styling and grooming. She believes that hair can make or break your attitude and loves to help her clients feel their best. Samantha has studied with Ashlee Norman Balayage, Sun light Balayage, and has multiple advance classes with the Redken Institute and attends monthly on line continuing education.

Sean Pyle

Sean received his cosmetology license in Delaware and has trained and worked on both the East and West Coasts over the course of his 11-year career. He is Redken Color Certified and has trained at the Redken Exchange in New York. Sean is always continuing his education with the mind set of satisfying his client’s wants and needs. Sean believes your hair is your crown and if it’s tilted then all it needs is a little adjustment. Though he has a passion for transformative color, cut, and extensions, Sean also has a finely tuned sensibility for helping clients discover their natural textures and helping them get the most out of them whether their hair is curly, wavy or straight. Sean wants to make sure his clients look back at their hair in wedding and birthday photos with fondness. “These are the stories we play a role in and I want to ensure my clients feel beautiful while they experience them."

Junior Stylist

Angela Zavala

Angela has been doing hair for 3 years she has classic barbering classiness, Cut and Know Why from the Redken exchange and color theory from Pravana under her belt. Her goal is to instill confidence in her clients with fashion forward styling and make-up

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Brenda Meadows

Brenda believes that less is more. Clients can have beautiful, healthy, easy care hair even if they are on a budget. She genuinely listens to her clients and comes up with a regime that will give them affordable salon perfect hair at home. With 8 years of experience under her belt Brenda has studied at the Paul Mitchell School of Hair Design, East Coast Salon Services, the Redken Institute in N.Y.C. Ethos Barbering, and Masters of Balayage. She is Parvana Color certified. Brenda will work tirelessly to make sure you realize your hair care goals

Brian Noland

Brian’s philosophy is that hair should make clients look and feel their best. He believes that the results should enhance a person’s unique features and hair type, protect the health and integrity of the hair and be sustainable and easy to maintain. Brian has been with Salon Rispoli for 5 years of his 14 year career. He has multiple classes with the Redken exchange under his belt, Ethos Barbering Classic training, Masters of Balayage workshop, as well as additional haircutting, color, and styling classes. Brian is also knowledgeable in the field of non-surgical hair replacement for men and women

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Christine Brusetti

A passionate junior hairstylist with four years of experience in the industry. Skilled in both women’s and men’s haircuts, color, and styling, Christine is dedicated to helping clients express themselves through their hair. She has trained at the prestigious Redken Exchange in New York City and Ethos Beauty, continually refining her craft and staying on top of the latest trends. Whether it’s a bold new color or a fresh cut, Christine believes that hair is a powerful tool for self-expression and confidence.

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Reception Team

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Assistants

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