Meet Our Team

The Level System

Novel Stylist/ Artist

Stylist/ Artist

Designer Stylist/ Artist

Artistic Designer

Lead Stylist/ Artist

Master Stylist/ Artist

Live Salon runs on a level system of stylists. It is not necessarily based off skill or time spent in industry but more so the stylists' demand of time. Guests may choose whatever stylist best fits there needs & budget.

REMEMBER! We work as a team and you may book services with as many stylists as you would like.

What does this mean for you?

With a tiered pricing structure, all clients can have services rendered at Live Salon no matter their financial status. As each one of us here specialize a little more in certain areas, one stylist may fit the needs of your color and another, your lashes.

How does this help the stylists at Live Salon?

We are in the business of empowerment. Our stylists have their own personal goals and salon standards needing to be met. They track these goals and we review the stylists every month. This allows our stylists to always strive for more and continue to grow for themselves, the salon, & their guests. As these goals are met, advancements, promotions, and price increases follow.

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Jalynn Knopsnider

Artistic Designer | Colorist | Lash & Brow Technician | Extensionist | Manager In Training

Specialties: Blondes, Color Corrections, Lash & Brow Services

Jalynn has done hair and makeup for fun for as long as she can remember. She always wanted to be just like her mom who was also a stylist. When she was a little girl, she watched her mom work in the salon and knew immediately that working in the beauty industry was her calling. Seeing people smile when they leave her chair, knowing that they feel good about themselves is Jalynn's passion. Her goal is to be the best she can be and never stop learning nor striving for success.

What truly makes her unique is that she truly loves making people who have been through some rough patches feel beautiful and "worth it" again. It is not about money for her, it is about that sort of gratification that makes her happy. Jalynn attended Bella Capelli in which she received Future Professional of the Month voted by the Staff Members. Jalynn is an amazing team member of LIVE SALON.

Jalynn is our hustler. Similar to Amanda, Jalynn's personality fits the mold of the salon. She's one tough cookie. She's honest, outgoing, and empowering. She has exceeded all expectations. So much in fact that Jalynn is now training to be Live Salon's manager. She offers the team a new perspective.

Jalynn will also become a mom within the next few months and we know that she will be amazing! she too will be able to leave a legacy of drive, passion, determination, & resilency.

Please CLICK HERE for an important update from Jalynn.

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Sabrina Maggio

Novel Stylist | Colorist | Assistant

Specialties: Announced Soon

Sabrina is a newer member to our team. She is a pure delight with such a sweet and humble demeanor. She is excited to start her career here with us.

Both her Grandmother & Grandfather has salons so she was practically born to do this. She loves making her guests look and feel good. Trust us. With her sweet voice and ability to just make people happy, she succeeds. She loves children and can make them too feel comfortable in the salon.

As a graduate from Bella Capelli, she is ready for even more education and support from the other artists of Live Salon. She is looking for the oppotunity to grow her skills and gain confidence in this industry. We trust that Live Salon can provide her with ideal clientelle who wish to see her succeed as much as we do.

As she grows, she may be assisting other stylists. she loves how can can learn from others and that the other artists here support her and empower her to be the best stylist and woman that she can be.

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Lauren Connors

Lumos Nail Artist

Specialties: Unique Nails, Creative Nail Art, Hard Gel

Lauren has been a long time friend and client of Amanda's. Lauren's calling may have come a little later in life but she has followed her dreams and has hit the ground running.

She is wildly creative, innovative, safe, and clean. Do not expect boring, everyday nails from her. Let your imagination run free with your finger nails. She will never disappoint.

We are beyond excited to have partnered with her. To book with her, click on the link below:

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Bella Acito

Part time Guest Coordinator | Assistant

Specialties: Making Our Guests Feel Welcomed, Providing Excellent Customer Service & Lending a Helping Hand

Bella may be a young member on the team but she is a huge asset! You may be greeted by her as you walk into our salon.

Bella is a Junior at Latrobe Area High School and a student of cosmetology at her local technical school. She has always been a lover of the beauty industry. In fact, she has the opportunity to always play with her sister or mom's hair or makeup.

Bella and her family have been long time clients of Amanda and we are so excited to have her apart of our team. We will be thrilled to watch her grow into a young woman and artist.

BIG NEWS! Bella will soon be able to take clients as she will finish her cosmetology hours before even gratuating high school. We are so proud of her. She will be a high school graduate in June 2022.

It has given us such pleasure healping her through cosmetology school. She has grown so much before our very eyes. Thank you to our valued guests for making her feel so welcomed and supported by giving her the opportunity to assist in their appointments. We are thrilled to see what is store for her next.

Amanda Bossi

Owner | Master Stylist | Couture Colorist | Extensionist

Specialties: Blondes, Color Corrections, Haircuts, Updos, & Extensions

Amanda has been active in the cosmetology field for 15 years and has constantly pushed herself to grow not only as a stylist but as a person. As a published hairstylist, makeup artist, and model she is always up on the newest trends. She was nominated for Most Individual Style in the Pittsburgh Style Awards. Not only does she excel in her field, but she has a deep desire to provide more to her guests and community. She wishes to even make the smallest difference by living by and carrying through LIVE SALON's mantra. She has been featured by an international brand for her #girlboss determination & philanthropic beliefs. Amanda is able to accommodate any guest and make them feel comfortable, cherished, and empowered.

Amanda is down-to-earth, tell-it-how-it-is, & an open book. Her personality would make anyone comfortable. She has had a mission to better herself and help others find themselves and what gives them passion and fire. She is an avid self-help reader and writes about her own challenges. She is the quintessential girl boss and warrior.

Amanda's sole purpose is to grow people to help them find what sets their souls on fire and to help be able to provide the tools to learn the act of self confidence, drive, success, and happiness. She does this not only with her team and guests but with her two children. Her dream is to leave a legacy and to be able to touch and leave a mark on as many people as she can.

Please CLICK HERE for a letter from Amanda about 2022. She will no longer be accepting new clients unless referred by another client.

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Vanessa Bortz

Stylist | Colorist | Brow Artist | Education lead

Specialties: Razor Cuts, Updos, Color Corrections, Clipper Cuts

Ever since Vanessa was a young child, she wanted to be a hairstylist. One of her fondest memories was helping her grandmother with her roller sets. She has been active in the cosmetology field for 15 years. She pushes herself to learn more about innovative techniques and new products as that will help meet her clients' needs. She has advanced knowledge in color, cutting & texturizing techniques, and product use.

Vanessa has 2 children who are her biggest motivators and what makes her continually strive for more. Her & her family participate in Relay for Life every year. She is passionate in all aspects of her life.

In fact, she has now embarked on a new chapter in her career and life, returning to school for her Cosmetology Teaching License. Combining that with her nuturing personality, she was the most perfect canidate for our leadership position of Education Lead. She helps our new stylists as well as supports all of the staff in continuing their education.

We love Vanessa's skills and experience she brings. It is her time to shine and we hope Live Salon & the clients she has can help her finally reach her dreams.

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Malaya Mekkaoui

Lash | Brow| Makeup Artist

Specialties: Lash Extensions, Makeup, & Henna Brow

Malaya is a newer member to our family here at Live Salon. We could not be more thrilled that she chose us to work for and grow in the career.

She is immensely talented and just has a nack for the beauty industry. Her makeup skills are out of this world. She can make anyone look their best.

She also specializes in lash extensions and henna brows. You will never be disappointed scheduling an appointment with her. She educates her guests on proper care and can customize looks for the unique individual.

This has been a dream of hers since she was a young girl and is super excited to live out that dream here at Live Salon. It doesn't feel like a job to her. She loves meeting new people and seeing how happy she can make them with just some lashes and lipstick.

As a graduate of Bella Capelli, she is fully educated and ready to conquer this new path.

Please welcome her and love her as much as we do.

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Ami Bossi

Full Time Support Lead | Guest Coordinator

Specialties: Keeping Stylists on Track for Success, Making Guests Aware of What We Offer, Excellent Customer Service

Yes. You may have guessed it. Ami is the youngest sister of Owner & Master Stylist, Amanda Bossi.

Ami is highly qualified to act as the support staff here at LIVE SALON. Not only has she been subjected to this industry by her sister but she has also attended beauty school for nails and esthetics. She also was a front desk coordinator and receptionist for another local chain salon.

Ami is driven to not just be "Amanda's sister" but to be an asset to our team and guests. We are excited to see what a full time support lead can do for not only us but for you as we strive for impeccable customer service and relations.

She has proven her worth here as our salon has grown tremendously since she started with us in February 2021. She give us peace of mind as she handles a lot of the behind-the-scenes tasks and handles customers with ease.

She can easily make anyone feel comfortable here with her wit, charm, and humor. It has been a privledge to have Ami on our team.

She too will soon be emabarking on a new venture of her own in becoming a mom. We know that all the staff and clients here will support her and love both her and the baby.