WELCOME TO ELEVATE SALON STUDIO
ABOUT US
Established 2022, Elevate Salon Studio is a luxury-boutique style salon located in the beautiful community of North Peoria, at the northwest corner of 85th and Deer Valley. You’ll find us nestled inside of a gorgeous 4,000sf space shared with 2 other premium beauty businesses, Beauty Secrets Collective and Youthful You Aesthetics. We have a fun, friendly and fast paced environment where clients are more like family than customers. In our bright 4 chair studio, we’ve created a foundation for education, creativity and client centered services. We strive to give every client not only great hair but a fantastic experience!
Our collective offers a one stop shop in our very own neighborhood! In our little slice of Heaven on earth, you’ll find that this combination of female owned businesses is the FIRST of our kind and something you won’t find anywhere else in the valley!
MEET THE TEAM
DARYL LIENHART
Owner / Stylist
*Not currently accepting new clients*
As a 17 year salon veteran and 15 year licensed educator, continued education is a passion of mine. The future of our industry is something I care for very much, when I am not behind the chair or mentoring, you can find me attending in person or online training myself so that I never stop growing in my own knowledge and always have something of value to bring home to my team and our Elevate students. Quality education is so important so you know we will always bring our a-game and have the ability to offer our clients variety and quality from classic to current on trend looks. I specialize in our education program, lived in hair color, haircuts and Custom Extensions.
SHANTE HOWELL
Lead Stylist / Salon Manager
With 13 years behind the chair, l've mastered the art of creating effortlessly beautiful, low-maintenance color that grows out like a dream. From sun-kissed blondes to perfectly blended balayage, I specialize in giving clients hair that looks naturally gorgeous (even if it took three hours and a small miracle to get there). I have a talent for transforming dull locks into Pinterest-worthy hair-served with a side of witty banter and just the right amount of sarcasm. Because great hair is serious business... but taking ourselves too seriously? That's not my style.
SANDRA RODRIGUEZ
Stylist
Hi, I'm Sandy! I'm beyond grateful to call Elevate Salon my home! Since graduating from cosmetology school in January 2023, I've been passionate about helping clients achieve their hair goals while continuing to grow in the beauty industry. I am certified in Custom Hidden Extensions, love lived in colors and giving my clients a polished, finished look that they can wear for days! Outside of the salon, I love spending time with my husband and three kids, getting lost in a great book, and enjoying a good cup of coffee. I can't wait to bring your hair vision alive!
KANDY CRUZAN
Stylist
My name is Kandy Cruzan, and I'm so excited to be joining the team here at Elevate! As a 30+ year veteran stylist and former salon owner in Colorado, I have had the opportunity to work with some of the leading professionals in the industry. Beyond the chair, I also have experience as a vocational instructor and 20+years of experience as a color and cutting specialist for JOICO. I am a lifelong student! | love learning everything from music and languages to all things hair.
When I'm not in the salon, I love to spend time with my two adult kids (even though they're so far away!), my big fuzzy mastiff Delilah, and my amazing fiancé!
I recently completed the Hidden Extension certification course here at Elevate, and I'm looking forward to working with clients and achieving their hair goals. I love this industry and the fact that I can continue my education with Elevate. I'm a very visual artist, so bringing in pictures during the consultation is always a great way to make sure we are "talking the same language." I strive to make clients feel heard and cared for during their time with me.
I can't wait to help make your day better by giving you your specialized color and cut designed just for you!
CO-STYLISTS
AUBREYEL PROPER
Salon Assistant/Cos Student
I have been a salon assistant since I was 14 years old and I knew this was my future long before that. As a 2025 graduate and current cosmetology student at Penrose, I am focused on my future in the industry while also enjoying life. When I am not at work or in a class with my classmates or coworkers, you can find me spending time with my friends at the lake or doing something adventurous. Life wasn’t meant to be boring!
BAILEY GIACOMINI
Salon Assistant/Junior Stylist
Hi! My name is Bailey, and I’m originally from a small town in Humboldt County, California. In my free time, I love spending time with my family and boyfriend, doing permanent jewelry, trying new restaurants, and spending time outside. I’m very passionate about the beauty industry and love connecting with people and helping them feel confident. What excites me most about working at Elevate Salon is the amazing team atmosphere and the opportunity to continue learning and growing as a stylist. I’m excited to be surrounded by talented women and be part of a salon that inspires creativity and growth.
BEHIND THE SCENES TEAM
HELPING OUR BUSINESS GROW
KATIE CRAM
Support Coordinator
I'm an Ohio native who landed in Arizona through my travels of being a Military wife. I'm a first-time Mama to my beautiful son and have been married to a handsome redhead for almost 16 years! In a professional setting, customer service has been my passion ever since I was 15 and has continued to grow throughout the years! Being a Manager/Support Coordinator has been so much fun with the ladies at Beauty Secrets Collective and Elevate Salon Studio! Not only are they the most brilliant group of women, but they are living their passions as well.
Our hope is that you will feel that love and energy once you enter our doors! When it comes to our clients, they are by far the most important cog in our machine! They keep us running and we cannot be more thankful for them!
EMILY POPOVICH
Social Media Director
Hi! I’m Emily, the face behind thatonesocialmediagirl. I’m a corporate dropout turned creative entrepreneur with a passion for helping small businesses show up online with confidence and consistency.
I built this business for the freedom to work on my own terms, but also because I genuinely LOVE helping to bring brands to life through beautiful, effective content.
I help small business owners; especially in the beauty and lifestyle space, grow their presence on social media without the stress. My services are designed to take content creation off your plate so you can focus on doing what you do best.
OUR DOORS ARE OPEN
Sunday- Closed
Every Other Monday- 9am-6pm
Tuesday- 9am-7pm
Wednesday- 9am-1pm
Thursday- 9am-7pm
Friday- 9am-3pm
Saturday- 9am-3pm