Our Team
Our team is here to help you succeed
Lorie Chadsey
Director & Instructor
Continuing her passion for teaching and the future of the Beauty & Wellness Industry Lorie has proudly been the director of Academy Of Excellence for decades. At the helm she has led the school and salon + spa to become one of Victoria’s best. “I have always strived to elevate the industry, I want my students education to be the foundation to a successful and prosperous career! My students inspire me everyday & keep me young!”
Arlene Brookall
Hair Design Instructor
As a “High Achievement Award” recipient and graduate of the Academy of Excellence herself, she brings almost a decade of experience and a keen eye for detail in both cutting & colour.
She has over 20+ yrs of Customer Service background & is committed to the best possible experience of both the students & our guests.
She can often be seen cracking jokes & coming up with fun new ways to make the learning experience a positive one!
Wendy Charlton
Hair Design Instructor
Wendy completed her four year apprenticeship at age 14 in England and wrote the British Exam. She is a fully certified Master Stylist in Canada, and also holds a Pivot Point Chicago Instructor Certificate. Wendy has done advanced training at Vidal Sasoon and Tony & Guy in London, England and has been a salon owner and worked directly on Film Fashion runway and TV. Before joining the Academy of Excellence she was an instructor for ten years at Blanche Macdonald in Vancouver. “I am passionate about this industry and love to share all my education and experience with my students”
Jessica Hewitt
Salon/Spa Co-ordinator
Jessica has worked in customer service for over a decade, enjoying interacting and meeting new people daily.
Having graduated from a spa practitioner program herself, her love of this lifestyle spills over into her position as salon/spa coordinator.
“I look forward to helping students and guests every day.”
The team at the Academy binds together like family. We are stronger together because we truly have caring hearts!
Free Academy Tour
Choosing a school should be fun and informative! The first step is to schedule a tour to visit the campus and meet with our Registrar. Allow us to answer your questions, show you the campus, and see first-hand what it’s like to be an Academy student! If you feel the Academy of Excellence is a good fit, you can schedule an interview and proceed with the enrollment process.
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