Meet The Halo Team

Owners

Bekka Vania (Owner/Stylist)

Bekka, a licensed professional stylist since 1988, is truly one of a kind. Her formal and on-going training speaks for itself, ranging from the Rusk and Wella Studios in New York and the American Crew Menswork Academy in Colorado, to Vidal Sassoon in Miami, Florida, and the Studio Makeup Academy in Hollywood, California, where she specialized in film and red carpet makeovers. But more importantly, her clients come from near and far for the full "Bekka experience". Bekka is walking proof that a person can be both laugh out-loud funny, while approaching her art with patience, honesty, compassion and a pureness of voice. Her dynamic personality motivates everyone around her and her natural genius lies in her sincere desire and ability to make each client feel like a star. Bekka's belief that great relationships are built on communication fuels her creative energy. "I first find out what works for their lifestyle and how much maintenance they are expecting. Only then do I analyze their hair to see what options we have." Creating styles and color that are captivating, whether subtle or bold, Bekka has mastered the art of respecting her client's boundaries while introducing new ideas that will provide the dramatic change they crave. Her passion for unique color placement and the perfect hairstyle shines above the rest and keeps her clients coming back for more. They know that there is only one Bekka. For her it's simple, "I insure that my clients walk out the door feeling like a knockout."

Ryan De La Rosa (Owner/Stylist)

Ryan Delarosa has been a licensed Hair Stylist since 2001. He Specializes in cutting, color, and styling. "When I meet new clients I like to consider their personality and individual style. That helps me create the perfect look for them." In 2004 Ryan was chosen to be the Hair Stylist for American Idol Season 3 Summer Tour. After touring with American Idol Ryan was hired in 2005 to start a new tour with "Celtic Woman" an Irish folk group. During his employment as personal Hair Stylist for Celtic Woman, Ryan was also working closely with the performers on Television appearances such as "Martha Stewart," "Good Morning America," and "Regis and Kelly." After working for 5 years with the multi-platinum selling group Celtic Woman he decided to finish his work with Celtic Women by filming the DVD "Songs from the Heart" shot in the historic Powerscourt House and Gardens in Ireland.

The Team

Jackie LeTarte (Stylist)

Jackie LeTarte has been cutting, coloring, and makeover-ing hair for the last 15 years. Specializing in classic and up to the second scissor and razor cuts, color, highlights (including ombre), curls, keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, and corrective color and cuts. Her haircut ideal is: an effortlessly chic cut that looks fantastic even with the most minimal styling, appropriate for the personality, and lifestyle of the recipient, and complementary to the texture of the hair. She aims to help women work with their natural texture; fine and curly, dead straight and coarse, curly and crazy thick- there is a perfect cut for everyone! Her ideal color: does no damage to the hair, complements a great cut, as well as the recipient's skin tone, and is not high-maintenance. She loves getting over-highlighted new clients (that have the damage to prove it) back to a more natural, dimensional color, which results in less frequent salon visits and healthier hair. Jackie has received training and education from Bumble and Bumble Academy in NYC, Schwartzkopf, Goldwell, and Redken.

Hannah Braden (Salon Manager and Art Curator)

Hannah Braden's background in management, event organizing and curating prepared her for the position of Salon Manager and Art Curator at Halo Salon and Spa. She worked for four years as the production manager for one of the leading photography studios in Florida. She also organized and curated the Arts Against Hunger Benefit in 2010, Fella Fundraiser in 2011, Ella Music Festival in 2011, and the Sunday art markets at Blank Space Gallery & Lounge in 2011. Her work has shown in galleries such as Realm54, Blank Space Gallery & Lounge, Club 57 West, Milk Bar and Dandelion Communitea Cafe to name a few. As a curator and member of the local art community, Hannah seeks to bring an element of community and art to Halo Salon and Spa.

Brenden Kuhn (Massage Therapist)

In 2007, Brenden was in a car accident that severely injured him and changed his life. Not wanting to mask the pain with muscle relaxers or painkillers that slow the healing process, he chose a more holistic approach of healing involving massage. It was during this rehabilitation process that the idea of becoming a massage therapist occurred. Three years later he attended the central Florida school of massage therapy and graduated that fall. Shortly after graduation he began working for a chiropractor that dealt primarily with people who were in car accidents. After a year of working with the chiropractor the opportunity arose to work at Halo where he now provides massages that are as relaxing as they are rehabilitative.

Jamey Lewis (Stylist)

Jamey Lewis began his career in the creative arts with a decade long career as a graphic designer. His background in design, and focus on structure and shape accompanied by his passion for music and fashion prepared him for his transition from graphic arts to hairstyling. "I've had a strong interest in hair and fashion since I was a kid. I remember buying the Clash's album because the guy on the cover had a cool Mohawk. Music continues to be a big source of inspiration for me." Jamey became a hairstylist in 2008 after doing graphic design for night clubs, record labels and independent boutiques. "I'm passionate about the craft of styling, cutting and coloring hair, and the effect the result has on the individual. When I'm starting a new client, I take into consideration what they're wearing, how they style their hair, their lifestyle, face shape and skin tone." Jamey trained at Alchemy in Orlando, a Bumble&Bumble network salon for 3 ½ years. He studied under Nick Arrojo at the 4 week intensive Arrojo Boot Camp. He has additional training and experience working with the Wella Color Family, the Doves in Santa Monica and is So-Cap Certified for hair extensions.

Tina Jackson (Stylist)

With a natural approach and a genuine eye for shapes, textures and colors, Tina sculpts hair from her heart. She has a gift of connecting with her clients to better understand their vision, helping to enhance their natural beauty, and working together to create an original and personalized look. She combines technical skill with passion and artistry and learned technique with her innate passion, skill and ability to design. She is very versatile. Pulling from her life of travel, and exposure to a wide array of cultures she has an eye for progressive styles for all walks of life. With an extensive list of education, Tina never stops learning. Her inspiration continues to grow through originality, mother nature, street art, and YOU!

Carly Milleson (Stylist)

Carly Milleson, a native Central Floridian, started her career in 2004 and has dedicated her time to making people feel beautiful based on lifestyle, faceshape and skintone. She travels to New York each year to take classes at The Redken Exchange to keep herself educated for her clients. She also attends local classes several times a year. One of the most important things she takes pride in is her approach at consultations and keeping the integrity of the hair so that color and styles are more manageable!