JESSICA DODSON

SALON MANAGER

As salon manager, Jessica loves supporting the team, improving the client experience, and helping create an environment where both stylists and guests feel valued. Jessica is passionate about seeing people succeed and making The Rooted Salon a place everyone loves to be.

BLAKE BRYANT

Director of social media & marketing

Blake has worked in and around salons since she was 16 years old. She has served as a salon coordinator, salon assistant, and now serves Rooted under the social media umbrella! Blake also is a stay-at-home mom to her three children! Blake enjoys Burn Boot Camp, the beach, the lake, and getting any chance to watch sports (Go Dawgs & Go Braves!) - Her and her husband, Cody, serve as small group leaders at their church (Woodstock City), and are enjoying navigating the chaos of parenting three young kids!

ELLE CARDENAS

STYLIST

Elle has 15 years of experience in the beauty industry and brings a wealth of expertise and passion for creating stunning, personalized looks for every client. She specializes in transformational cutting, color, and extension services. She is dedicated to staying on top of the latest trends and techniques through continuous education and training. Elle loves helping clients think outside the box with specialized techniques such as color analysis and style essence analysis, expanding and challenging the options of styles and colors clients can explore.

When Elle isn’t working magic in the salon, you can find her at the pool or on a play date with her two sweet kiddos. As a side passion and hobby, she does commission floral and abstract paintings.

MOLLY TATE

STYLIST

Molly has grown up in and around hair salons, and has been licensed for almost a year now! She is passionate about hair but also loves the business side of of things! In her free time, you will probably find Molly with her family and friends, or more specifically her niece! Molly has a goal to one day open a salon and be a successful hairdresser!

ELLIE WATKINS

SCALP SPA SPECIALIST

Ellie is a beauty professional specializing in skin health. She is obsessed with all things skin, wellness, and relaxation. Come see her for deep relaxation, improved scalp health, and the clean, refreshed hair you’ve been craving!

LAUREN BOWERFIND

STYLIST

A 39-year-old Georgia native, Lauren specializes in blonding of all shades and styles - from bright, dimensional blondes to soft, lived-in color. She also has a passion for rich, multi-tonal brunettes, seamless gray blending, and texturized haircuts - creating effortlessly beautiful, customized looks that grow out gracefully.

BROOKE HAACK

STYLIST

Brooke has been a stylist for 15 years - specializing in blondes, lived-in color, and precision cutting. For Brooke, hair isn’t just a job - it’s about the hair you create and the connections you make along the way.

​A few fun facts about Brooke outside the salon: She is a Pacific Northwest native (originally from Spokane) but she is absolutely loving life down here in Georgia. She loves pilates and hiking. Her favorite titles are “fiancé” to David and “stepmom” to our sweet four-year-old, Santi.

MIKALA COOPER

STYLIST

Mikala has been in the industry for 6 years, specializing in blonding and haircutting. She has a passion for making people feel confident and beautiful! She believes being a hair stylist isn’t just about skill but it’s about sharing your God given joy and connecting with everyone you meet!

Mikala is so excited to be part of an amazing salon where everyone is kind and compassionate and where she feels she will finally be able to reach her full potential!