Co-Founder

Nina was born right here in Leesburg! Her family moved cross country to California when she was a kid and then back while she was in high school. She graduated from Park View High School in 2007. While in high school, she began the cosmetology program at Monroe and graduated in 2008. As a lover of beauty and fashion- she studied Fashion Design at Marymount University, and graduated in 2011. While her love for fashion (especially bridal wear) will always remain, her true calling is behind the chair— creating beautiful hair.

When you walk into 454, you’ll most likely see Nina twirling around or showing you her latest not-so-good dance moves. When she’s not in the salon- she’s either rock climbing, running, or planning the next adventure with her husband, dog Sweety, and daughter Charlotte.

nina@salon454.com

Co-Founder

Sonia is originally from Connecticut and moved to Loudoun County in 2012. She knew from a young age that hair is her passion. She completed the cosmetology program in high school and graduated from Emmett O’Brien RVTHS in 2001. She graduated from the University of Phoenix with a degree in Business Management.

When you walk into 454, you’ll either see or most likely hear Sonia making fun of Nina, or cracking a joke. When she is not at the salon, she is with her wonderful family that consist of her husband, her 2 amazing boys, her dog Dakotah, and their bird Thor. When her family is not bustling around, you can find Sonia (reluctantly) running, lifting weights, reading, or tackling a DIY.

sonia@salon454.com

Salon Coordinator

Brandy is originally from New York and moved to Loudoun County when she was 8. She graduated from Tuscarora High School in 2016. As the salon coordinator, she is the first person you see when you walk in! She is the one that keeps the salon running smoothly and swiftly. Have a question? She’s your gal.

When you walk into 454, you’ll hear Brandy giggling and chatting with everyone. When she is not at the salon, you can find Brandy working out or listening to audiobooks.

brandy@salon454.com

Master Stylist & Educator

Junior is originally from Reston. He graduated from Loudoun Valley High School in 2013. He attended Paul Mitchell in Tyson’s Corner and graduated in 2016. After graduating and beginning his own career in the industry, he realized that not only did he want to create beautiful hair— he wanted to spread the knowledge. As our in-house educator, Junior continually teaches the tribe new trends and techniques. He believes no matter what industry you are in, you should never stop learning.

When you walk into 454, you’ll without a doubt hear Junior’s infectious laugh. It too, will make you laugh. When he’s not at the salon (or immersing himself in the latest beauty industry trends)- you will find him playing with his fur baby Olly, working out, and mastering wine tasting.

junior@salon454.com

Designer Stylist

Alivia is originally from Dinwiddie VA but moved to Leesburg when she was 15 years old. While in high school, she attended Monroe’s cosmetology program and graduated from Loudoun County High School in 2018. Alivia found her love for hair when she was 16 by working various positions in the salon; from shampoo assistant to stylist assistant. She has a passion for making people feel beautiful and confident while behind the chair.

When Alivia is not in the salon, you can find her either with her dogs, Autumn and Bailey, working out with her best friend, or shopping with her mom!

alivia@salon454.com

Apprentice

Leah is originally from Winchester, Virginia. She graduated from Sherando High School in 2018 and attended the Temple Paul Mitchell School of Cosmetology in 2021. Leah's passion for hair first started when she walked through those salon doors at Paul Mitchell. This is where her excitement and drive came from and made her realize that she wanted to do this as a forever career!

When you walk in 454, you will either see Leah at the shampoo bowls or in the back room snackin' it up! When Leah is not at the salon, she’s at home cooking and hanging with her ball python, Jumanji.

Be on the lookout for Leah - soon enough, she will be behind the chair doing what she loves!