Meet our Team

SALON COORDINATOR / CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGER

Samantha Kruse

With a nurturing and calm presence, Sami ensures every detail of your visit is seamless. Her dedication to guest experience and team loyalty creates a welcoming environment where clients feel valued. She embodies Meraki's promise of "Beauty Created with Purpose" from the moment you enter Meraki.

Stephanie Vanderwest

OPERATIONS MANAGER / MENTOR STYLIST

With 14 years behind the chair and 7 years as a cosmetology educator, Stephanie brings both expertise and passion to Meraki. She specializes in grey blending, extensions, and customized color while also mentoring new stylists to reach their full potential. Known for her fun, energetic spirit and commitment to growth, Stephanie embodies "Beauty Created with Purpose" both with her clients and behind the scenes as a leader.

💬 “The consistent desire for growth and the opportunity to teach new stylists, all I know is that it doesn’t have to be complicated, there just needs to be passion. Meraki is changing the way people view this industry, and I’m never too proud to admit I’m still learning.”

— Stephanie

Kati Patrick

ASSOCIATE STYLIST

Kati is an established talent with a true passion for people and a gift for creating beautiful color, cuts, and butterfly extensions. Known for her caring nature and exceptional customer service, she shines with reds and coppers while bringing skill and heart to every style. At Meraki, Kati embodies "Beauty Created with Purpose" through her artistry and genuine connection with each guest.

Mallory McNeill

INDEPENDENT ESTHETICIAN

An established esthetician with a passion for skincare, Mallory prides herself on customer care and results-driven education. She’s known for creating ultimate relaxation in her facials while offering real treatment options tailored to each guest. Bubbly, energetic, and modern, Mallory is the ultimate girls’ girl, bringing "Beauty Created with Purpose" to every service, from glowing skin to fabulous lashes and brows to expert waxing, she is the perfect esthetician for Meraki's guests.

Taylor Rogers

INDEPENDENT STYLIST

Taylor is a seasoned color specialist with a passion for lived-in colors, trendy haircuts, and Brazilian blowouts. She blends determination and professionalism with a luxury twist, while keeping the vibe comfortable and approachable. Known for creating modern, trend-forward styles, Taylor makes every appointment feel both effortless and elevated. At Meraki, she delivers “Beauty Created with Purpose” through her artistry and genuine connection with each guest.

Crystal Hayden

INDEPENDENT MASSAGE THERAPIST

With over 15 years of experience and direct training under chiropractic care, Crystal specializes in therapeutic massage with a holistic focus on overall wellness. She offers a wide range of techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial, prenatal, hot stone, cupping, gua sha, and the use of natural oils and tools to support healing. A great listener and solution-based practitioner, she is passionate about helping clients feel their best. One of her signature treatments, the Flow & Glow Lymphatic Facial Massage is designed to reduce puffiness, promote circulation, and enhance natural radiance. At Meraki, Crystal shares "Beauty Created with Purpose" through the art of wellness and body care.

Lindsey Walter

INDEPENDENT NAIL TECHNICIAN

Lindsey is a detail-oriented nail artist specializing in builder gel, Gel-X, and gel polish. A fresh talent with a love for transformation, she pairs her fashionable eye with a fun personality to deliver flawless nails and an elevated guest experience, always staying true to Meraki's vision of "Beauty Created with Purpose." To further embrace her love for fashion, she owns a boutique that can be shopped online and at Meraki.

Michaela Couture

INDEPENDENT STYLIST

A seasoned stylist with a background in cosmetology education, Michaela blends a luxury focused touch with a fun, approachable personality. She loves extensions, blonding, and custom color, and is known for creating effortless styles that make her guests feel confident and cared for. At Meraki, she shares “Beauty Created with Purpose” through her creativity and cheerful demeanor.

Erin Geisel

ASSOCIATE STYLIST

Erin specializes in blonding, lived-in color, grey blending, balayage, and dimensional brunettes. An established talent with a passion for hair, she pairs her fun personality with a luxury focused touch to create seamless transformations and unforgettable guest experiences. She always stays true to Meraki’s “Beauty created with purpose” philosophy.

Cadence Thompson

CO-STYLIST

As part of Meraki’s mentor program, Cadence is a new talent skilled in blonding, blowouts, styling, and extensions. Known for her kindness and eagerness to learn, she’s a natural talent who brings fresh energy to the salon while delivering "Beauty Created with Purpose" to every guest.

Maycee Garrison

CO-STYLIST

As a new talent in Meraki’s mentor program, Maycee is growing her skills in blonding, blowouts, and extensions. Though quiet at first, her sense of humor always shines through, making guests feel instantly comfortable. She’s a natural at creating effortless styles while bringing “Beauty Created with Purpose” to every service.

Alisha Spangler

CEO / FOUNDER

As a seasoned stylist and visionary leader, Alisha prides herself on building genuine relationships and creating a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere for every guest. Her passion for developing a team of like-minded professionals has shaped Meraki & Co. into a true destination salon and spa, where "Beauty is Created with Purpose" and clients feel cared for inside and out while providers feel heard, supported and inspired to genuinely give their best to others .