Our Team
Emily McColeman
Born and raised in Redlands, Emily loves bringing her creativity to the community. In 2006, she received her cosmetology license after doing her training at Riverside City College. After getting her bachelor’s in business from California State San Bernardino Emily knew it was her dream to own a salon. As Co-Owner of Palazzo, Emily enjoys her time behind the chair and running the behind-the-scenes part of the business. As a part-time educator at Riverside City College School of Cosmetology, she encourages education among the salon team. She loves creating the perfect look from long rich locks to bombshell blondes.
*Emily is not accepting new clients at this time.
Nicole Prusa
Nicole began her career in the beauty industry and with Aveda over 16 years ago. After beginning her journey as an apprentice and a stylist at Palazzo Salon she decided early on that her passion behind the chair was just a small part of her love for the industry. She realized that she loved education and desired to give back to upcoming artists in the industry. Nicole received her Education degree at California State Chico and became an adjunct professor at Riverside City College School of Cosmetology where her journey began. As Co-Owner of Palazzo salon, Nicole oversees the education of new stylists and thrives in giving back to the community that she lives in. When behind the chair Nicole specializes in bridal work, balayage, dimensional blonding, rich warm tones, and curly hair. She believes in the importance of communication and honesty when it comes to the hair of her clients and views every client as a friend.
*Nicole is not accepting new clients at this time.
Yvette Hohenstein
Yvette’s career as a stylist started over 16 years ago. She loves working with all lengths and textures of hair. She has an eye for long beautiful layers, precision bobs, textured pixies, strong shaped men’s cuts, as well as corrective cutting with would be transitioning an existing cut into a refined style. In coloring, Yvette loves creating soft, natural looks through balayage or blended foils. She also enjoys working with natural or bold reds. She strives to provide a customized service for guests where you find a style that compliments your personality. Yvette promises to always give you the best experience with her hard-working and positive attitude. She cannot wait to meet you and have you leave the salon feeling your best!
*Yvette is not accepting new clients at this time.
Heather Mogel
Heather started in the industry over 20 years ago and is grateful to have trained under Shawn here at Palazzo Salon. Heather loves to teach and has spent the last 14 years training and mentoring stylists in hair and business. Behind the chair, Heather specializes in low maintenance, lived in haircuts and dimensional colors that grow out seamlessly. She loves working with all lengths from soft, textured pixies to 24” beaded weft extensions. As a stylist, her goal is to listen, give honest suggestions, and help you achieve your hair goals at every single visit.
Emerald Etheredge
Emerald started her journey with Palazzo in 2018. She has always had an eye for art ever since she was young. Emerald is inspired and driven by the people and things around her, contributing to her as a stylist and in her career. The salon has been a space where she can be creative and innovative. She specialized in creative color, blondes, vivids, lived in color, and haircutting for both men and women. Emerald strives to provide a comfortable, safe, and relaxing environment for her clients while meeting up to their individual needs.
Rachael Rodriguez
Rachael has been a licensed Cosmetologist since 2020. Her passion for hairstyling at a young age developed into a desire to make it her full-time profession. Her experience in a barbershop as well as a song has given her the knowledge and skill needed to give quality styles to men, women, and children. Rachael loves to learn new trends and excels in clean lines and traditional cuts. Her bubbly attitude mixed with her devotion to helping clients achieve their desired look, creates a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Rachael looks forward to building new relationships at Palazzo Salon and helping others feel and look their best.
Elena Garcia
Elena is an enthusiastic hairstylist with 25 years of experience in the industry. Elena’s journey has been fueled by creativity, dedication, and genuine love for helping people feel confident and individually beautiful. Elena believes in the importance of tailoring every service to meet each guest’s unique needs. She is known for a keen eye to detail and a passion for creating personalized looks and enhancing each client’s natural beauty. Throughout her career, she has enjoyed doing it all! Elena is available for the whole family, whether it is a haircut, color, or helping embrace natural curls. Some specialties include curly cuts, custom coloring, pixies, blowouts, men, and women’s cuts. Elena approaches every appointment with enthusiasm and commitment to client satisfaction. Her greatest reward is seeing a guest leave the salon feeling refreshed, empowered, and ready to take on the world!
Lauren Thompson
Lauren’s passion for hair began in 2019, while she was completing her BA degree in business at San Francisco State. Her love and passion for hair overcame her love for numbers. Lauren completed her Cosmetology training at RCC and obtained her license. Behind the chair, Lauren has a love for extension work including methods such as tape ins, traditional sew in and wigs, and volume wefts. She strives to create beautiful all-over color, cuts, and styling for all textures of hair. She offers anything from silk presses to formal styling, and even flawless blowouts. She is very excited to be a part of Palazzo’s team where she will grow and build long-lasting relationships with each guest. She can’t wait to have you in her chair soon to make all your hair dreams come true!