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Alumni Spotlight: Angela Leto, Esthetician and Spa Owner
Alumni Spotlight on CV Skin Care graduate and owner of Geneva Esthetics, Angela Leto! During her time at CV, she most valued the nurturing environment encouraged by her instructors, as […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Marisa Napoli, Spa Owner and Esthetician
Alumni Spotlight on CV Esthetics Grad and new owner of Spa Rockaway, Marisa Napoli! Marisa is a rising star in the beauty industry, reaching remarkable heights quickly since graduating from […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Gabriel Taylor, National Aesthetician, Skin Expert & Business Owner
Alumni Spotlight on esthetics grad, Gabriel Taylor! A National Aesthetician and Skin Expert, Adjunct Instructor for Christine Valmy, and founder of his cosmetic/spa consulting company, Taylor Made Consulting! Gabriel has […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Kalliopi Perceli, Esthetician at Sage Day Spa
Alumni Spotlight on esthetics grad, Kalliopi Perceli! She is an empathetic and hardworking individual whose educational journey was driven by a love for skincare and a desire to grow her […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Chelsea Blackburn Owner of Dew You Skincare & Lore Skincare
Alumni Spotlight on Esthetics grad, Chelsea Blackburn! She is an ambitious individual whose skincare concerns ignited a passion for beauty and motivated her to become a spa owner and founder […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Olga Familia, Co-Owner of Blossom Studio Spa & Training Center LLC
3 photo’s of Olga, one she is standing in front of the old front desk at the NY school. In the middle photo she’s standing in front of her new beauty study, with her co-business owners. In the third she’s standing alone Infront of her studio alone.
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Alumni Spotlight: Yokayra Rojas, Owner of Enchantress Beauty Spa
Alumni Spotlight on Esthetics grad, Yokayra Rojas, a lifelong learner who dreamed of working in the beauty industry! Her pursuit of knowledge and passion for her trade drove her to […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Lilly Rojas, Owner of Lilli and Cata Nail Saloon!
Alumni Spotlight on Nail Specialty grad, Lilly Rojas! Her dream of owning a nail salon led her down an exciting path full of insight, including an education from Christine Valmy. […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Natalie Martinez, Owner of Skin Vanity Beauty Studio
Alumni Spotlight on Esthetics grad, Natalie Martinez! In her interview, Natalie emphasizes how every experience is a learning opportunity that shouldn’t be taken for granted! This is why she encourages […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Francine Cotona, Owner of Afterglow Aesthetics
Alumni Spotlight on Esthetics grad, Francine Cotona! Francine knew that to turn her passion for beauty into a fulfilling career, she had to work hard and remain determined. Even though […]
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