STAFF — ROOKSTOOL SALON

STAFF

CHAD ROOKSTOOL

With 23 years in cutting and coloring, Chad holds master certificates from Vidal Sassoon, Bumble & Bumble NYC, L’Oréal, and more. He has done runway shows for Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Chanel, Gucci, Balenciaga, and Balmain. Chad previously owned and managed Chad Rookstool Salon Dallas for eight years and is very excited about the opening of Rookstool Salon.

PEYTON YODER

Peyton specializes in hair color and extensions, and she is the salon’s premier makeup artist for bridal, fashion, and private clients. Prior to joining Rookstool, Peyton’s makeup work was featured for several seasons on the catwalk as part of London Fashion Week. Peyton was trained at Sassoon Academy and London Makeup School in London, UK, where she lived from 2017-2021.

NATASHA NICOLE

Natasha is a native of Aspen, Colorado and spent her formative years there. She attended Aveda Institute Denver, where she learned advanced hair care techniques. She is a certified master Bellami extensions stylist. She specializes in blondes and lived-in color. Natasha returns to Aspen as often as she can to visit family and friends and reconnect with nature.

AHMER QURESHI

Ahmer has been cutting and coloring hair in Dallas for more than 18 years. He attended Paul Mitchell the School. Ahmer has trained with Toni & Guy, L’Oréal, Wella, and the TIGI advanced team. When Ahmer is not styling hair he stays busy raising his eight-year old son with his wife in The Colony.

CLAIRE DEININGER

Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Claire is a graduate of the University of Texas with a deep appreciation for precision and artistry. With a background in fine art and classical training as a painter, she brings a unique, creative perspective to hairstyling. For the past two years, Claire has been mastering her craft, specializing in bespoke men’s and women’s haircuts and color. Her attention to detail and artistic sensibility allow her to create effortlessly sophisticated, tailored looks that enhance each client’s natural beauty.
Beyond the salon, Claire finds inspiration in global travel, drawing from the elegance and aesthetics of the world’s fashion and art capitals to refine her approach to her work.

MACY CUTLER

Macy attended Collectiv Academy and is certified in Inhairatense Extensions. In her role as Salon Assistant she performs blowouts, shampoos, and assists in color application. Macy enjoys fashion and travel when she is not in the salon.

ZACKERY DYESS

Originally from Houston, Zackery is a certified stylist with training from Toni and Guy, L’Oréal, R and Co, Bellami, and Hair Dreams. Specializing in extensions, healthy blonding, and color, he is dedicated to creating customized looks while prioritizing the health and integrity of his clients’ hair. When he’s not in the salon, Zack enjoys spending time with his dog exploring the outdoors.

MICHELE GARRAHAN

Michele is a master stylist with more than 25 years of experience who specializes in color correction. As a native of Florida who recently moved to Dallas, she is highly experienced in blondes-beachy, lived-in, and brondes. She is equally known for vibrant, dimensional reds and brunettes and is also recognized for her precision cutting with women and men. Her extensive training began with Redken and Paul Mitchell, and she now offers extensions. When Michele is not behind the chair, she enjoys exploring Dallas and traveling.

SAVANNAH GUERRA

Savannah has been serving clients since 2021. She studied at the Aveda Arts Institute of Dallas. Her expertise is in color and extensions. Savannah’s success as a stylist starts with clear communication, ensuring client desires are perfectly understood. The goal is to achieve each client’s dream hair at the end of every appointment, making the inspo pics come to life through her devotion to her craft and attention to detail. Outside of work, Savannah enjoys traveling, dining out, and spending time with family and friends.

KAT KASIM

Katherine has been in the hair industry for more than 10 years. Originally from Colombia, she is fluent in Spanish. She attended the Toni & Guy Academy and is certified with Bellami for hair extensions.
She specializes in balayage, extensions, and custom cuts. She is experienced with dark hair and known for her excellent blowouts. When she is not in the salon, Katherine enjoys traveling, fitness, and spending time with her kitties and husband.

BAILEY BAUMAN

Bailey specializes in All Color and Extension transformations, including blondes, brunettes, coppers, color corrections, and fashion colors. She is also experienced in hair cutting, creating custom looks that make her a versatile stylist across many aspects of the craft. A Dallas native, Bailey trained at the Aveda Institute of Dallas and is a Bellami Master Certified Extension Specialist. When she isn't in the salon, she enjoys traveling throughout the U.S., especially to NYC, and exploring globally.