When you take a seat in Sam's chair, you'll quickly learn that passion meets precision. For over thirteen years, he has been our salon owner and fearless leader who brings the same contagious enthusiasm to his work behind the chair as he does in shaking up the salon industry. From the inception of High Five, Sam knew he wanted to build a team who shared a love for their craft and for their clients, because it's simply in his DNA. The expressive, creative, and relational aspects of his work make Sam fired up to show up to the salon every day.

Beautiful hair has been a passion of Meghan’s since an early age, and she loves helping people feel confident, cared for, and truly great about themselves. She values the relationships she builds with both her clients and fellow stylists, bringing warmth, creativity, and intention to every appointment. She’s always learning, evolving, and chasing the next creative goal.  Meghan especially loves creating seamless grey blending, crafting a great bob haircut, and painting natural, dimensional balayage—though she truly enjoys the full spectrum of hair services. Outside the salon, Meghan loves dining out with her husband, Bradley, thrifting treasures for their home, adding to her vinyl collection, and hanging out with their cats, Gidget and Flash.

Emily has over 10 years experience, specializing in natural, effortless color and cuts. She has a particular love for enhancing brunettes and creating soft, lived in blondes. Emily’s goal is always to design looks that are fully customized to each guest-considering their lifestyle, maintenance preferences, and what flatters them best. Outside of the salon, Emily is a wife and mom to her son, Holden, and dog mom to 2 pups. She loves a good book, practicing yoga, and spending quality time with friends and family.

From a young age, Maddy knew she wanted to do hair, and with her mom’s encouragement, she chased that dream and hasn’t looked back. Maddy is incredibly passionate about the hair industry, with a special love for working with blondes and coppers—they’re her jam! Her top priority is making sure everyone feels comfortable in her chair. When Maddy isn’t behind the chair, you’ll find her exploring the latest trendy food and bar scene with her husband, Noah. If you love cats, she’s your girl, because her kitties are her whole world. Trust me, she’ll jump at any chance to show you a pic!

Alicia discovered her love for beautiful hair a little later in life, but she’s been passionate about making others feel their best ever since. After earning a degree in Public Relations from Xavier University, she traded in her corporate job for a pair of shears, and she’s never looked back. With over 16 years in the industry, Alicia brings a detail-oriented approach to every client, whether it’s natural color, seamless extensions, or timeless bridal styles. Outside of the salon, she loves nothing more than making magical memories with her family at Disney or singing along at concerts. And when she’s home, you’ll find her snuggled up with her family and her favorite tunes or challenging friends to a karaoke duet!

Bringing years of expertise to the chair, Staci is a seasoned hair professional dedicated to her clients feeling valued and understood. She thrives on cultivating transformative relationships, seeking connection with each guest she serves. With hype and enthusiasm, she's your ultimate cheerleader, always eager to engage in conversations about music history—she even sports a Stevie Nicks tattoo; convinced she's Fleetwood Mac's biggest fan! Her goal... to infuse every interaction with warmth and positivity, so you can leave her chair feeling better than when you came in. If you aren't already her bestie, you soon will be!

Duffy has well over a decade of professional experience behind the chair but fell in love with doing hair as a little girl. This lifelong passion for styling brings a blend of expertise and genuine enthusiasm to High Five. As a vivids and blonding specialist, she transforms hair into works of art that reflect her mastery of color and technique. But, don't let this intimidate you because one of Duffy's favorite parts of the process is teaching her clients how to style and care for their hair. She loves to infuse her roots into the local hair scene, excited to work her magic and create unforgettable styles that reflect the unique beauty of each client.

Lorelei found her way behind the chair through the encouragement of those who believed in her and it quickly became exactly where she was meant to be. Several years in, she’s passionate about creating beautiful hair while making every guest feel understood, comfortable, and confidently themselves. She values the genuine connections she builds and the trust her clients place in her from the moment they sit down to the moment they return. Outside the salon, you’ll find her spending time with her husband and their little zoo at home, laughing at just about everything and somehow bringing up Kacey Musgraves in nearly every conversation.

Madison loves helping her clients feel confident and truly themselves in her chair. She specializes in lived in color, vivids, grey blending, and custom cuts, with a soft spot for a classic blunt bob. Her goal is simple: that every guest feels seen, cared for, and leaves feeling even better than when they arrived. Outside the salon, she enjoys time with her son and their two cats, long walks, thrifting, and finding beauty in the everyday. She is an only child, a longtime Bravo fan, and never says no to a Diet Coke and a warm chocolate chip cookie.

From a young age, Chloe knew she had a passion for hair, and after eight years in the industry, that passion is stronger than ever.  Specializing in customized color and cuts, Chloe loves creating looks that bring out each client’s unique style and personality. Her goal? That every guest leaves her chair feeling confident and refreshed. When she’s not behind the chair, you’ll find her soaking up quality time with family and friends—especially her two nieces, who are her absolute world!

The things that get Anna most excited are making new friends and getting to know her clients as individuals. When she was growing up, Anna's hairstylist helped express herself through her hair and it inspired Anna so much that she set out to make a career of doing the same for others. At a young age, she was experimenting with her sisters' hair color and was the go-to for styling her friends' hair for school dances. She has a contagious smile and calming presence that will make you feel like you're spending an hour with an old friend (with the added bonus of leaving that time looking and feeling really great).

Marissa ensures each client receives a unique experience. She will help you create a look that sets you apart and has you walking out of High Five feeling as good as you look. She graduated from Aveda Fredric's Institute, where she sharpened her skills and passion for hairstyling. She can talk to you about any type of music because her musical palette spans from house music to bluegrass. When she's not behind the chair, Marissa finds solace in the great outdoors—she's an avid hiker and loves to explore national parks.

Ariana loves that her clients can leave her chair feeling like they’ve spent time with a good friend. Not only does she want her clients to feel confident in how they look, but also how they were treated. Ariana is a graduate of Paul Mitchell and a rockstar at what she does - especially when it comes to balayage, toning, and blonding. Ariana is a travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring new places. Beyond her love for jet-setting adventures, she's also an avid concert-goer, always ready to immerse herself in the magic of live music.

Ashley wants to make sure you leave her chair feeling (and looking) your best. And that won't be difficult after spending time with her... she has an infectious and positive personality that will make you feel like you're instant BFFs. You'll really hit it off if you're into reading fantasy novels or traveling because Ashley is a big fan of both. When she's not behind the chair you can find her reading, adventure traveling, trying all the foods, or hiking the great outdoors.

From Abbey's childhood adventures turning Barbie's hair into masterpieces to now transforming her clients' hair at High Five, she's always had a passion for the art of hair and the magic of a really great cut. But, it's not just about the hair for her -- it's about igniting confidence and self-love in every person who sits in her chair. When she's not behind the chair, you'll find her exploring Cincinnati's hidden gems, discovering new breweries, and jamming to 80's beats. And a fun twist: Abbey is fluent in sign language! Abbey believes that communication isn't just about words; it's about making everyone feel seen and valued.

Natalie strives to bring her clients’ vision to life while helping them feel beautiful inside and out. She launched her career years ago and has a particular passion for blonding, as well as creating soft, natural dimensions or bold, transformative colors. When she’s not behind the chair, Natalie is usually traveling, attending concerts, or fully immersed in musical theater. She’s currently pursuing her undergraduate degree on a pre-law track (very Elle Woods energy), but don’t worry—she has no plans of hanging up her shears anytime soon. Natalie feels most empowered helping clients discover their beauty inside and out.

As the first friendly face you’ll see when you walk in the door, Trish loves to help people feel cared for, like they are a part of the family. As our Front of House Manager, Trish brings years of leadership knowledge, as well as a passion for elevating our clients’ experience in the salon. When she’s not at High Five, you’ll find her baking something sweet, hiking with her husband, or cheering on her 3 kids in all their sports. She brings a joy that makes every day better.

As our Back of House and Operations Manager, Hannah fosters an environment of warmth, welcome, and impeccable organization that sets the standard for the High Five experience. Beyond the salon, she is always eager to learn and grow, exploring new creative outlets such as beginner ballet, art classes, and a variety of sewing projects—including a beautifully crafted quilted jacket. Hannah also enjoys playing Dungeons & Dragons with friends and family and cherishes traveling with her husband.

When you meet Lindsey, you'll feel seen, known, and important. As our Salon Manager, Lindsey is an inviting and comforting presence in the salon for our team and our clients. When she's not working at High Five, you'll find her with her husband, 4 kids, and 2 dogs (most likely doing something outside). She's a foodie and a Crossfit enthusiast. She loves working alongside a creative team and enjoys having an impact on something outside of her own family.