DanielShay's Team

Meet Our Team

Rachel Ekmark

Rachel loves he career at DanielShay’s and wouldn’t trade it for anything! Rachel started cosmetology her junior year of high school and fell in love with the beauty industry! While in school she got experience working in a salon in the Wolf-chase area of Memphis. She finished her education in cosmetology after high school at Plaza Beauty School. Rachel went through the training program at DanielShay’s which brings her to where she is today! Rachel specializes in Donna Bella Hair Extensions. Rachel believes strongly in continuing her education, so she will be constantly updated on all the latest trends, techniques and technology! Rachel has worked numerous fashion shows and benefits as her way of giving back to the great city in which she resides!

Charla Acardi

Charla has had the business of beauty passed down to her from many generations! Charla has watched her grandmother & mother behind the chair while growing up as a little girl! She was destined to have creative talent! Charla graduated from Plaza Beauty School. She has been with DanielShay’s for just over three years and has been working in the Memphis area for Twelve years! Charla is a fantastic mother of three which explains her night time schedule! Charla Believes in continuing education so she can provide the best service to her clients! Let Charla enhance your natural beauty!

Veronica Cook

I have been with Daniel Shays since 2005. At home I am the mother of 3 beautiful girls. At my second home, Daniel Shays, your hair is my only focus. Since I was young, I was always interested in cosmetology. I feel it a blessing and honor to my clients who entrust me with their hair. I have a limited schedule so book book early, and come see what our amazing DS family can do for you!

Kirby Hughes

Kirby has been in the beauty industry since 2006 and prides herself on doing what is best for her clients. Her foundation began in a year long apprenticeship at Daniel Shay’s after graduating from The Beauty Institute in Memphis. Kirby has gained the ability to perform the delicate balance of fulfilling each client’s individual styling desires while maintaining an open forum for self-expression and conversation. Her continual training classes have proven to be effective in keeping her up to date on the latest techniques, not only in color, but in cutting and styling as well. Kirby also specializes in hair extensions by Dream Catchers.

Emily Broadway

Emily has been with Daniel Shays since 2009. She is a graduate of Paul Mitchell The School, with a passion for hair and the beauty industry. Emily is looking forward to a new and exciting journey with you. She believes in continual education and strives to stay at the top of her field with her knowledge of new products and techniques. She believes a consultation is everything when wanting to achieve the best look. She offers a variety of services including haircutting, coloring, facial waxes, and airbrush tanning. We look forward to seeing you at Daniel Shays and creating the best you.

Amber Monroe

Since childhood, Amber knew that she wanted to be a hair designer. To that end, she pursued an education in the beauty industry by attending Paul Mitchell the School at Memphis. Amber joined the DanielShays family in 2011. She specializes in Xtreme Eyelash extensions, as well as men and women custom color and cuts. Amber strives every day to ensure that her clients feel beautiful and that they always have an amazing experience.

Mary Dawkins

Mary was born and raised in Memphis,TN. She attended The Beauty Institute in 2009 and has been a licensed stylist for almost 5 years. She specializes in coloring, ombre, straightening treatments and custom haircuts. She strives to stay updated on new trends and always listens to what her clients truly desire.

Abby Prentiss

Abby Prentiss is a highly talented stylist who has been with Daniel Shay’s for 7 years. Having started out as a receptionist, she realized her true passion for hair and completed the apprenticeship program and excelled through the training process. Abby attended University of Memphis where she majored in art. She loves using her vast knowledge of current fashion trends and style to custom each haircut or color individual to the client’s needs . She loves having the opportunity to be creative and meet new people. Abby strives for complete client satisfaction through a thorough consultation and above and beyond customer service.

Jessica Roper

Jessica C, a Memphis native, is an up and coming stylist at Daniel Shay’s. After graduating from Gould’s Academy, she joined the Daniel Shay’s team and began the extensive training in the highly sought after apprenticeship program. For as long as Jessica can remember she has had a passion for the hair and beauty industry. She strives to make everyone of her clients feel gorgeous after leaving her chair! Her specialties include: custom hair cuts, hair color and highlights, men’s cuts, vegan smoothing treatment’s, blowout’s, airbrush tans, brow waxes, special event make up and updo’s.

Kayla Strawn

Leigh Ann Hearn

Leigh Ann Battles has 18 years experience in the beauty industry. She has been employed at Daniel Shays for 4 years. Leigh Ann is a third generation hair stylist. Growing up in the beauty world gave Leigh Ann the passion to become a stylist and she loves it. She thrives on creating and personalize each individual guest with the color, cut, and style they need. Leigh Ann specializes in creative coloring and special occasion updos. Leigh Ann looks forward to making you look and feel beautiful!

You can find Leigh Ann available
Friday 10-6
Saturday 9-5
Sunday 12-6

Taylor Welch

Taylor Welch has been in the beauty industry since 2014 and is celebrating 5 years at Daniel Shays this year!

Taylor's list of specialties and certifications is extensive and includes:
Xtreme Lash Advanced Certified, Bellami Hair Extension Specialist, Bridal & Event Hair Styling, Pravana Balayage Certified, Custom Color, & Women’s cuts.

Taylor looks forward to making you look and feel beautiful. She is available Tuesday thru Saturdays