Rachel Nabood & Jillian Pintal

Alicia Bunch, COO of Lady Jane's, caught up with a very excited Rachel to get a good look at the incredible girl who will represent Lady Jane's in 2024:

Position & Locations: Stylist, Birmingham

AB::When did you discover that you wanted a career in the beauty industry?

Rachel: I discovered I wanted a career in the beauty industry three months into being a receptionist at Lady Jane's! I realized how great of an industry it is and had to be a part of it.

AB: What interested you in being part of Lady Jane's team?

Rachel: When I started as a receptionist, I had no idea what Lady Jane’s was about. But after being a part of the team, I saw how much love and support the girls got and gave to each other and knew this was going to be my home once I got my license.

AB: How long have you cut in an LJ salon?

Rachel: I have been cutting at the corporate office in Birmingham, Michigan for 9 months now!

AB: Why do you think you were selected as the LJ Rookie for 2024?

Rachel: I think I was selected for LJ rookie of 2024 because I’ve been a receptionist at Lady Janes for so long so I had the advantage of being watched from the beginning. They have seen me grow from not knowing what I wanted to do for my career, to going to beauty school and getting my license, and now into the stylist I am today! I always try to upsell every client in my chair to make sure I meet all the needs they didn’t know they needed and I think that’s why I stood out for this role!

AB: What has been your most challenging LJ moment so far?

Rachel: My most challenging LJ moment so far has been working with a special needs kid who did not want to get a haircut. It took a lot of patience from both of us but we were able to finish his cut and he ended up being so happy with it. It was a little stressful but very rewarding seeing him smile after I put the product in his hair.

AB: Other than your career, what are you passionate about?

Rachel: I am very passionate about animals. If I lived on my own, (thankfully I don’t) I would rescue sooo many animals in need.

AB: What is your favorite LJ service we offer?

Rachel: My favorite LJ service is the facial! I love that we have the option to give men a little taste of skin care.

AB: What haircut are you digging right now for the fellas?

Rachel: I’ve started to really appreciate a high bald fade with some length on top. They are my favorite cuts to do!

AB: Favorite restaurant/food?

Rachel: My favorite restaurant always changes! But right now it’s Kruse and Muer and I always get the chicken tortellini.

AB: What are three things you can’t live without?

Rachel: Three things I can’t live without are my dog, my family, and my LJ girls; I loovvee my team so much.

AB: Ten years from now, where will you be…?

Rachel: In ten years from now, I aspire to be a part of corporate office travel training all over the US!