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Allure Highlights Christine Valmy’s Legacy & Alumni Success in the Beauty Industry
10/7/2024 – We are deeply grateful to Brennan Kilbane for featuring CV alumni, Elizabeth Grace Hand and Raquel Medina-Cleghorn, and Christine Valmy in his recent Allure article, So You Want to Be a Facialist?
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CV Alum, Marisa Napoli Takes the Reins Over Spa Rockaway
8/15/2024 – After fourteen years, Pat Rorke, owner of Spa Rockaway, is handing the reins to Christine Valmy alum, Marisa Napoli! Earlier this August, Rorke officially sold the business, stepping aside for Napoli to build upon her legacy.
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Christine Valmy Opens Its Largest Cosmetology School in New Jersey
8/13/2024 – Newly-constructed, expansive beauty education facility located in Wayne, New Jersey, is designed to elevate vocational education for New Jersey’s aspiring beauty professionals.
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CV Alum, Kay Rogers’ Spa Provides an Escape to Paradise
7/5/24 – Tropical and serene, Bev & Vicky Beauty Bar, owned by Christine Valmy alum, Kay Rogers, offers a variety of affordable services in the calming environment of her spa.
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CV Alum & Non-Profit Founder, Stephanie Debes, Named One of Staten Island’s ‘20 Under 40’
4/11/24 – Stephanie Debes, a distinguished CV alum, is not just revolutionizing the beauty industry with her remarkable contributions but also gaining well-deserved recognition for her work.
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CV Alum, Sofie Pavitt, Skincare Brand and Studio Owner, Takes the Beauty World by Storm
3/28/2024 — Christine Valmy is thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of CV esthetics alum Sofie Pavitt – a beacon of success in the beauty world! From the inception of her skincare studio to the release of her skincare line, ‘Sofie Pavitt Face,’ Sofie’s story is one of inspiration and determination.
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CV Alum, Raquel Medina-Cleghorn, Lead Esthetician and Spa Owner, Featured in Tribeca Citizen Article
12/4/2023 – Congratulations to CV esthetics grad Raquel Medina-Cleghorn for being featured in a Tribeca Citizen article! Raquel is an esthetician with impressive certifications in skincare, which have helped her become a household name in the competitive NYC beauty field.
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CV Alum, Desiree Delia’s Spa, The Skin Lab, Named the Ultimate Facial Destination in NYC by Forbes
11/7/2023 – Congratulations to CV Esthetics grad, professional make-up, and facial artist Desiree Delia for being featured in a Forbes magazine article! Desiree is the lead esthetician at The Skin Lab, which Forbes considers the ultimate facial destination in New York City!
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CV Alum, Michele Convissar, Opens Luxury Spa with Celeb Clientele
6/26/23 – CV alum, Michele Convissar, is a passionate esthetician who took her love for skincare to new heights. After completing her esthetics training at Christine Valmy, Convissar opened her own spa, Amor Aesthetics, in Arden Heights in January 2022.
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CV Alum, Tenisha Rae, Celebrates Two Years of Wellness and Rejuvenation at Sachi Nails
5/8/2023 – A huge congratulations to CV alum, Tenisha Rae, for celebrating two years of owning and operating Sachi Nails in Yonkers! With over 300 glowing reviews and 4.8 stars, it is evident that her commitment to excellence and customer service is a reflection of her dedication to providing the ultimate relaxation experience.
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