Staff

Lynn Surr
Job Title: Owner and President

Lynn had a natural talent for hairstyling that friends and family recognized in her early teen years. It was no question what direction she would take her career. By the time she was just 18 years old, she had graduated early from High School and completed her cosmetology training at Stewart’s School of Hairstyling in Davenport, Iowa.

Her career was 2-fold. She loved all aspects of hairstyling but had  the strong will to be an entrepreneur like her father had always been through her childhood and still is today.

After many successful years of hairdressing and ownership of small salons, Lynn was ready to make the BIG step into the Salon & Day Spa business. Hence, John Taylor was born in 2000!  But like any newborn, the business needed to be nurtured, trained and directed into the  “comfortable luxury” Salon & Spa that it is today.  In December 2008, a second location opened in Jumer’s Casino Hotel that bestows the same atmosphere.

Aside from John Taylor offering great services to its guests, Lynn also wanted her business to be a great place to work for her staff members. Her philosophy is to hire nice people and teach them to do the rest!  The staff is rewarded with many benefits for education, retirement, health & dental, vacation and Staff Service benefits so they, too, may enjoy the great services they provide.

After 36 successful years in the beauty business, Lynn plans on stepping back a little (o.k. a lot) and giving her 2 talented daughters the opportunity to grow and develop John Taylor into their vision for the future.

MacKenzie Griffin                                                                                                                                                            
Job Title: Marketing Director, Spa Director, Guest Relations Manager                                                                          

With 13 years of sales, marketing, design and guest relations experience I have the ability to grow John Taylor Salon and Day Spa in the positive direction that it has been going since 2000.  My focus will be on letting everyone in the Quad City area know about our distinct facilities and services. I can’t wait to welcome you to our spa and help you begin your journey to relaxation.

                                                                                                             

Cortney Fross
Job Title: Personnel Manager, Nail Technician and Master Hair Designer

The Salon and Spa environment is what I am made for.  I enjoy my career and have been with John Taylor Salon and Day spa since opening day in July, 2000.  I have completed many classes thru the years such as OPI’s circuit training and Redken’s Color Specialist course.  I thrive on the chance to make each guest feel relaxed and happy.

Services Offered:

• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Amanda Baar
Job Title: Master Designer Specialist, Bridal and Cosmetic Consultant

John Taylor Salon and Day Spa is my place to work my styling magic.  I am proud of my up-do’s and hair styling abilities.  I love to be around people so wedding parties I particularly enjoy. I love to make my clients to feel number one, especially on their prized days. I want to continue to be in the know with the latest fashion and hope one day be published.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Cosmetics
• Hair Removal
• Hollywood Airbrush Tan
• Body Brilliance Hollywood Bronzer

Bonnie Yuvan
Job Title: Master Designer and Nail Technician

I am ultimately passionate about hair cuts.  I know my guests will feel great after the precise hair cut, color, style or one of my manicures or pedicures.  I love to make people feel rejuvenated, beautiful and their best.  I love being surrounded by people who take pride in themselves and allow me to help maintain their beauty.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Kendra Berger
Job Title: Hair Designer, Nail technician

I really enjoy cutting and coloring hair, especially when it is a complete transformation for my guest.  At John Taylor, there really are no boundaries.  If you can conjure it up there is a way I can make it happen for you.  I love how much self expression is visible in this line of business.  My goal is to become a Designer Specialist and to go above each guest expectations.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand treatments
• Foot Treatments

Tomica Teager
Job Title: Master Designer Specialist

I believe that the way to begin a quality hair design is with a in depth conversation with my guests.  It is important to me to think the whole thing through before I start to cut hair or mix colors.  I also feel strongly about creating my designs that are manageable for the clients.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services

Courtney Lynn Oswald
Job Title: Master Designer, Nail Technician

I am well versed in cuts, colors and up-do’s.  Building a great relationship is as important to me as putting a smile on my client’s faces at the end of an often busy day.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand treatments
• Foot Treatments
• Hair Removal

Norrine Tubandt
Job Title: Hair Designer, Nail Technician

The most important factor is letting my customers feel confident in the style that I create for them.  I strive to treat all of my guests like family.  I am eager to learn and improve my skills so I can perform the best that I can.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand treatments
• Foot Treatments

Catherine “Cat” Mandle
Job Title: Master Designer, Nail Technician

My attention to detail to the smallest items makes each guest show that I truly care.  I am very skilled with creating stylish up-do’s.  It is very important to me to achieve a polished look for all of my services.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Leah Damitz
Job Title: Master Designer Specialist, Nail Technician

It is necessary to me to take the time to teach my guests how to look their best without spending a lot of time.  I am great at designing hair styles, especially short ones, but it has to be easy for the client to make it look good too.  I always strive to learn innovative ways of doing just that, making people look and feel great.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand treatments
• Foot Treatments

Kristi Bear
Job Title: Master Designer Specialist, Nail Technician

Hair is my canvas and I am the artist.  Only my canvas isn’t blank, I work with my clients’ features to enhance their natural beauty.  Not everyone can wear all hair styles so it is important to work with what you have to get the best that fits your attributes.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Ashley Elizabeth Johnson
Job Title:  Hair Designer, Nail Technician

It is amazing to me what a boost of confidence someone can get from experiencing any service at John Taylor.  It is all about making people feel better about themselves.  I absolutely love the people I work with and all of my clients.

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Lindsey Hoegner
Job Title: Hair Designer, Nail Technician, Cosmetic Consultant

 I absolutely LOVE what I do! Being able to meet new people and giving them a great experience from the moment they walk in the door is what I strive for! When I have a guest in my chair, whether it is for color, cut or make up it is my goal to make them feel like a million bucks! I have been trained by one of the best cosmetic companies in North America so being able to bring my skills to John Taylor and its guests makes me incredibly happy!

Services Offered:

• Hair Services
• Color Services
• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments

Paige Danielson
Hair Designer, Nail Technician

As a stylist I help my clients acheive confidence in themselves and feeling important while they are in my chair. It is so important to listen to what each of my guests desires to create the look they want. Being a Hair Desiner is more than a job to me, it's a lifelong career that I am very passionate about and I think that passion shows in my work.

Solie Turner
Job Title: Esthetician

I believe beautiful skin is essential for everyone to look and feel their best. My goal is for you to enjoy the ultimate in rejuvenation and relaxation, while your skin loves the healing benefits the treatments that I offer.  I hope to continue to gain knowledge so I can best guide and serve each client.

Services Offered:

• Esthetic Treatments
• Hollywood Airbrush Tan
• Body Brilliance Hollywood Bronzer
• Eyelash Extensions

Lindsay Stoever
Job Title: Esthetician

My guests are seeking a refreshing escape, a quiet hour to leave the outside world and just relax.  It’s rewarding to me that my clients look forward to receiving their treatments all week long.   I hope to continue to expand my services to have a more diverse offering.

Services Offered:

• Esthetic Treatments
• Eyelash Extensions
• Reflexology
• Body Treatments

Sara Sutter
Job Title: Esthetician/Makeup Artist

I have been working as a freelance makeup artist for 7 years. I have successfully completed my extensive training at Capri College. My artistic touch and eye for beauty and detail can be seen in my make up work. Let me illuminate your natural beauty at John Taylor Salon and Day Spa.

Melissa McGinnis
Job Title: Esthetician, Guest Relations

As an esthetician I strive to make sure every client walks out our doors feeling 100% satisfies. I go above and beyond during each service and give guests the knowledge they need to take care of their skin daily.

• Esthetic Treatments
• Body Treatments
• Waxing Services
• Cosmetics

 

Robbie Blanik
Job Title: Massage Therapist, Esthetician

After 15 years of giving massages, I still love what I do.  I have had the opportunity to be very diverse in my career working with many sports teams and also traveling for 7 years with bands.  That experience has been rewarding and allowed me to possess the ability to cultivate great relationships with my patrons.

Services Offered:

• Massage
• Esthetic Treatments

Sherree Williams
Job Title:  Nail Technician, Reflexologist

I have a passion for making each person feel relaxed and help them escape everyday stress.   When my guests arrive at John Taylor it is all about them.

Services offered:

• Hand Treatments
• Foot Treatments
• Reflexology

Wes Pranschke
Job Title: Massage Therapist, Spa Tender

You can’t beat my classic massage. I can put you to sleep and make those muscles relax; it’s just what I do.  I love working at John Taylor because it is one of the few places where a client leaves better and happier than when they came in.  INSTANT GRATIFICATION!!!!  More and more people are discovering that massage is part of wellness and good heath.

Services Offered:

• Massage

Sarah Gibbs
Job Title: Massage Therapist

I enjoy offering our clients a variety of treatments to soothe their sore muscles focusing on releasing tension in the deeper layers of the muscles, tendons and ligaments.  My favorite technique is the Hot Stone Massage.  I aim to have all guests find value in investing in themselves.

Services Offered:

• Massage

Jodi Treptow
Job Title: Massage Therapist

I love that I am able to help someone that may be in pain or just having a bad day. By the time they leave they are feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Services Offered:

• Massage
• Body Treatments
• Spray Tan

Jessica Steinbeck
Job Title: Guest Relations Director

I am constantly focusing on creating a seamless flow throughout John Taylor so all of our guests feel like they have received VIP treatment.  My goal is to accommodate each guest’s requests, big or small.

Brittany Rose Martinson
Job Title: Assistant Guest Relations

My job is all about welcoming each guest to John Taylor Salon and Day Spa.  I love to provide great service by setting the relaxing tone from the first time a guest calls all the way to the time our guests check out feeling peaceful and beautiful.

Janel Mutum
Job Title: Assistant Guest Relations



I am aspiring to be a cosmetologist so I am surrounded with what I have a passion for each day.  It is great to be mentored by the best technicians in this business.  I am learning all while I am accommodating the needs of the guests at John Taylor.