Sunni Rogers
Owner/Permanent Makeup Artist
I grew up in Michigan and relocated to Wilmington, NC in 2001 which I now call home. I am a mother, foster mother, aunt, big sister and wife. I love traveling to Asia, getting tattoos and drinking champagne. I have been with I Am Salon and Day Spa since 2009. As an Esthetician with over 10 years of experience, I have spent many years in an ever growing field keeping up to date with the latest beauty and skincare products and services in order to better serve and educate my clients. With a background in Fine Arts, Architecture, Skincare, and a touch of OCD, this makes for the perfect recipe for Microblading and PMU. Having trained with the Phi Royal Artists, Microblading Academy of LA and Mara Studios my focus has been set on giving women (and men) the confidence they need and brows and lips they would love to have. Besides being a service provider, it was here that I absolutely fell in love with the Aveda culture, and in 2014 I partnered into the business in order to manage the team of incredible, like-minded people at I Am. On top of embracing the Aveda culture, we all work together by giving back to the community. Each month we pick a different cause or local charity and come together as a team to really make a difference. The teamwork and relationships built with each other, our clients, and the community is what makes us an I Am family.
Ashlee Davis
Manager
Originally from Michigan- I moved to Wilmington in 2006 and never looked back! I am the mother of 2 boys who keep me on my toes and are my everything. I have been involved in the beauty and skincare business since 2010 and love all things Aveda! I love working with people and being able to help them feel and look their best selves. Part of my Job is to make your experience at I AM Stress free and enjoyable. If there's anything you ever need just let me know.
Nadia McAlear
Salon Coordinator/Assistant Manager
Nadia is our Salon Coordinator and Assistant manager here at I Am Salon and Day Spa. With an extensive background in customer service, Nadia knows how to make everyone feel comfortable and at home with just her presence. As a Wilmington native she is the epitome of the laid-back lifestyle the North Carolina coast has to offer. With an Esthetics license under her belt, feel free to ask any skincare and waxing questions! Whether it is at the front scheduling appointments or assisting clients with product questions, she always makes herself available and is always happy to meet you!
Gina Dissosway
Salon Coordinator
I Am Gina, the Salon Coordinator here at I Am Salon and Day Spa. I graduated from UNCW in May 2022 with a degree in Communication Studies, but I fell in love with the community and atmosphere of Wilmington and decided to stay! I live downtown with my pets, who I adore a little too much, and my fiance who I am so excited to marry in October 2023. I love all things self care, whether it's physical, mental, or spiritual, and I am currently completing my 200-hour yoga teacher training! Feel free to ask me about our crystals, hair and skincare products, or just to chat; I am passionate about connecting with people and I want you to feel right at home while you're here with us. If you need anything at all you can find me at the front desk with a smile on my face ready to help!
Liz Appleton
AVEDA Stylist/ Head Trainer
As Aveda Ambassador I love ALL things Aveda! I have been a Hairstylist for 25 years, 20 of them with Aveda and originate from the West Coast; California and Washington State. The last 5 years have been spent as an educator at the Aveda Institute in San Francisco. I am a master in Aveda color, grey coverage/grey blending, foiling, haircutting all styles including long hair, razor cuts, precision cuts and men's cuts. I specialize in hand-tied extensions and Keratin treatments. I am familiar and comfortable with all hair types and textures. I love and embrace the Aveda Culture and always focus on the Guest Experience! Rituals and Shampooing are one of my favorite parts of any service and I look forward to the experience you are going to have in my chair.
Kimberly Walter
AVEDA Stylist
I AM Kimberly, a Wilmington, NC native born into a family of talented hairstylists and salon owners. I decided to continue my family’s tradition and began my career in the beauty industry when I was 18. Over the years, I have completed advanced hair color, cutting, and styling classes and attended beauty trade shows to keep up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques. I specialize in blondes, color, extensions, and keratin treatments. The laidback, lived-in looks that I've picked up from a lifetime on the beach have made me the stylist I am today.
My goal is to help my guests feel welcomed, relaxed, and beautiful!
Sarah Antonucci
AVEDA Stylist/Makeup Artist
I Am a stylist originally from New Jersey, who started her cosmetology career at Paul Mitchell the School in Jacksonville Florida. With over 9 years in the beauty industry, I have been in Wilmington since 2017 and love the city's laidback lifestyle. While my passions lie in many different places like cooking and traveling, there’s nothing I love more than making whoever sits in my chair feel like the most beautiful version of themselves, inside and out. I love a challenge and being pushed in my craft. Whether it’s makeup, highlights, cuts or color, I always listen intently and put all my care into your service and needs.
Nedzida Kadic
AVEDA Stylist
I began my career as a stylist in Vermont a little over 15 years ago. I recently moved to Wilmington to start a new chapter in my life and am very excited to continue my career here at I Am Salon and Day Spa. I have cut, and styled all types and textures of hair. I have also colored just about an y color under the sun men and women alike. I am excited to meet the people of Wilmington and get a chance to do their hair. You can find me behind the chair Monday -Thursday 9-5.
Tara Mills
AVEDA Stylist
I have been in the hair industry for 24 years. I graduated from Oehrlein School of Cosmetology in 1998 from E. Peoria Illinois where I’m originally from. We moved to Wilmington in 2/2021. I’m newly married with one 14 year old daughter. We’re huge animal lovers too.
I enrolled in Oehrlein directly out of high school. Hair and beauty have always been a passion of mine even as a little girl. I used to follow my mom‘s hair stylist around the chair pointing out spots that he “missed.” I specialize in Balayage, foil highlights, color, low lighting, brunette dimensional color, tape-in hair extensions, as well as formal styles and make-up for that special occasion. Curly hair is also something I’ve mastered throughout the years as well as mens cuts and fades. Seeing my clients ecstatic about their hair is a true addiction for me.
Dulce Garcia
AVEDA Stylist
I lived in North Carolina my whole life but I’m newer to the Wilmington area. I decided to get my cosmetology license because I have always been into art growing up and to me doing hair is my art. My goal is to achieve your hair goals because I love to make people feel good about themselves. I love doing what I do and expanding my knowledge every day. Saber dos languages me ha permitido conocer varias culturas, conocer diferente tipos y textura de cabello. Me gustaría poder ayudarte en cumplir tu metas con tu cabello.
Tara Mills
AVEDA Stylist
I have been in the hair industry for 24 years. I graduated from Oehrlein School of Cosmetology in 1998 from E. Peoria Illinois where I’m originally from. We moved to Wilmington in 2/2021. I’m newly married with one 14 year old daughter. We’re huge animal lovers too.
I enrolled in Oehrlein directly out of high school. Hair and beauty have always been a passion of mine even as a little girl. I used to follow my mom‘s hair stylist around the chair pointing out spots that he “missed.” I specialize in Balayage, foil highlights, color, low lighting, brunette dimensional color, tape-in hair extensions, as well as formal styles and make-up for that special occasion. Curly hair is also something I’ve mastered throughout the years as well as mens cuts and fades. Seeing my clients ecstatic about their hair is a true addiction for me.
Kasey Goss
AVEDA Stylist
I joined the I Am team in February 2023 and am so excited to grow a clientele in the Wilmington community! I grew up in Mooresville NC, a suburb of Charlotte, and moved to Wilmington in 2017. I am a cat mom and love talking about new movies/series that have just come out! I got into doing hair because I love how it can be a form of self expression and big transformations that make you feel more comfortable with yourself are my favorite. I’m always learning, staying up to date with new trends and Aveda practices and will always strive to give you a calm and enjoyable experience in my chair!
Briana Wallace
Lead Massage Therapist
I truly believe to treat the body as a whole while zoning in on my clients' problem areas. I am also currently integrating a huge focus on the Energy aspect of massage and working that into my massage style. I love working with hot and cold stones and have medium to firm pressure. I am excited to be back with my I Am Spa Family and I look forward to meeting you in the place where relaxation and therapy intertwine.
Shea Morris
Massage Therapist
I am from New Mexico originally but I’ve been in Wilmington for almost 10 years. I absolutely love living by the beach, North Carolina has always felt like home to me. I have been a massage therapist for almost three years and I love the holistic arts and being able to help people on their healing journey. I can perform a wide variety of modalities but my main focus is connection, relaxation and helping people to calm their nervous systems. I deeply believe in the healing power of touch. My husband and I have a wonderful 9 year old son and 4 cats. I am really passionate about the arts and creativity and try to incorporate it into every aspect of my life
Laura Keeter
Massage Therapist
I am a native North Carolinian who lived in Asheville for 12 years, during which time I became a massage therapist in 2011, having gone to the The North Carolina School of Advanced Bodywork. I moved back to Wilmington to be closer again to family and of course, the beach! I am passionate about cupping and hot stone massages and also incorporate Thai and reflexology. I love to keep massage in my life as working in the relaxing spa setting and keeping my hands in this holistic work is as therapeutic for me as it is for my clients.
Syndey Chamberlain
Esthetician/ Makeup Artist / Farmhouse Fresh Ambassador
Hi, I AM Sydney! I have been in the esthetics industry for a few years now and joined the I Am Team in March of 2021. I am lash lift certified and and proud to be a Farmhouse Fresh Ambassador. I love all things skin care! As an esthetician I am able to combine my love of beauty and passion for working with people to create a comforting atmosphere for my guests where we can achieve their skin care and relaxation goals. I look forward to helping you feel your best!
Camille Carr
Esthetician
I Am from Florida and relocated to Wilmington in 2016. I got into the skin care industry because I love making people feel confident (men and women alike) and talking with people about everyday life. I invite you to come relax with me where you can feel positive vibrations, thoughts and feelings with Red Calcium and Tourmaline throughout your time with me as I address your skincare needs and concerns. I also specialize in full body waxing and will make sure you have a pleasant waxing experience no matter the area (yes men and women alike).
Bri Sharp
Microblading Artist
Hi! My name is Bri. I am a microblading artist at I Am Salon and Day Spa. Originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia, I relocated to North Carolina in 2015. After years of trying to figure out my place in the beauty industry, I finally found my niche and started an apprenticeship with Sunni in December of 2021. The following June I was certified as a microblading artist. I have always had a passion for makeup and making women feel and look their best from doing all of my friends hair and makeup to working in salons and beauty shops. When I'm not at work you can find me hanging out with my 3 kids, walking my dog, rollerblading at one of Wilmington's local parks, or reading a good book on the beach.
