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Learn about the Zenbi Salon staff and their educational explorations.

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Anothony Lam

Anthony Lam - Founder and Artistic Director

At the salon, he is sometimes overheard recalling childhood memories of how his mother’s friends would rave over their hairdressers, and how these spirited conversations sparked his passion for ‘making people feel beautiful.’

From those early formative years, Anthony pursued his passion without means or privilege, even going so far as to attend beauty school in secret. In high school, friends would form a line from the bathroom out the front door, sometimes waiting hours for a trim, to both the pride and frustration of his mother.

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He has since parleyed these humble beginnings into an internationally recognized career as a master of hair that spans the most elite studios and academies from New York to London, Vancouver to Milan.

The unique combination of his hard knocks upbringing and worldly experience has resulted in a creative but eclectic philosophy that he imparts to all of our stylists. Having mentored dozens of assistants into confident successful stylists, Anthony emphasizes a meticulous attention to detail and “controlling hair, not letting it control you.”

Anthony also holds more than a decade of experience as the Director of Education to exclusive boutiques here in San Diego, where he first developed his simple, yet powerful customer-centric philosophy: “Always spend how ever much time perfection takes.”

In his own words, Anthony’s vision for Zenbi is “an upscale salon without the intimidation. No fake kisses or attitudes. Just real caring people…who rock at hair.”


Corinne Lam

Corinne Lam - Owner and Director of Guest Experience

The first time you visit Zenbi, you will notice a thoughtful, genuine soul graciously floating between stations, hand-delivering the Zenbi touch. By the time you come back for your second or third visit, you will know her as a lifelong friend. Simply put, Corinne is the lifeblood of Zenbi and the personification of “Complete Beauty.”

And “Complete Beauty” is more than skin-deep, it is both an experience and a state-of-mind. As our Director of Guest Experience, the softness of Corinne’s manner belies an unrelenting focus: EVERYONE GETS THE SAME “COMPLETE BEAUTY” EXPERIENCE, EVERY TIME.

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This is no small task. Corinne listens with a deftness and focus beyond her years, and she has a particular gift for drawing out a look or vibe that a client may be unable to articulate.

Such an intent focus on relationships involves all details big and small. She can recall the name of every guest since we first opened our doors 5 years ago, their hair issues and how they take their coffee.

But to us, above all, she is a friend and mentor who empowers stylists, assistants and guests alike to feel Completely Beautiful.


Eliza Montoya

Eliza Montoya - Stylist and Color Specialist

Direct: (619)813-1630

Having been with Zenbi since day one, Eliza's interpretation of 'Complete Beauty' really rings true in her work as well as her relations with her clients. To Eliza, there is nothing more rewarding than when people walk out of the salon feeling beautiful about themselves. And if you're looking for a beautiful bob, Eliza is your gal!

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Experience and Education:

  • Color training with Schwarzkopf, L'Oreal and Wella Color Professionals
  • Specializing in classic coloring and highlighting and creative applications, providing an array of options to suit various lifestyles.
  • Bumble and Bumble product and various techniques training.

Specialized Services:

  • Keragreen's organic Keratin smoothing Specialist

Rory Stanley

Rory Stanley - Master Stylist and Wella Color Specialist

Direct: (619)977-7679

Rory has evolved with Zenbi since the "good ol' days" in Carmel Mountain Ranch, which includes holding the unofficial role as color theory educator to our salon assistants. He builds strong relationships with each of his clients, takes his time and ensures his client's happiness at all cost. And what Rory loves most about a Stylist…"making someone feel great about how they look and present themselves to the world".

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Experience and Education:

  • Classic cutting techniques at Vidal Sassoon Academy; Santa Monica, CA
  • Razor cutting technique by "What Not to Wear"`s makeover stylist, Nick Arrojo; Los Angeles, CA
  • Bumble and Bumble product and various technical training
  • Superior color knowledge as a former Wella Color Educator; California and Arizona

Specialized Services:

  • Keragreen's organic Keratin smoothing Specialist
  • Certified Wella Master Colorist for 3+ years training salons across Southern California and Arizona

Dominique Ceccon

Dominique Ceccon - Stylist, Creative Color and Makeup Specialist and Bumble and bumble Network Educator

Direct: (858)245-2868

Don't be fooled by Dominique's vibrant hair and radiant body art. She combines a genuine demeanor with a soothing background in holistic health to put her clients at ease. Her personal way of engaging with every client is just as unique as the personalized hair and makeup services she provides.

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Experience and Education::

  • Assistant training in precision haircutting, various coloring techniques and translation of natural artistic abilities onto clients; Zenbi Salon: San Diego, CA
  • Extensive color training with specialized training with Wella Professional
  • Advanced precision hair cutting training, various educators
  • Bumble and Bumble product and various technical training; Bumble and Bumble: New York, NY
  • Training with celebrity makeup artist, John Stapleton
  • Make-up artist for 8 years, stylist for 8 years
  • Certified makeup artist for LA and New York Fashion Week by MAC Cosmetics

Specialized Services:

  • Keragreen's organic Keratin smoothing Specialist
  • Continued training in Special Occasion Hair Styling and Up-dos
  • Seasoned makeup specialist, specializing in camera perfect makeup applications for all occasions
  • Certified makeup lessons instructor

Lezlee Saccento

Lezlee Saccento - Master Stylist and Color Specialist

Direct: (858)449-7617

Lezlee, one of the original members of the Zenbi team in 2005, returns to Zenbi from a hair styling career in downtown San Diego. Her laugh is infectious and her smile defines the excellence of her customer service. A true mom, she nurtures her clients needs and always takes the time to assure that they are met.

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Experience and Education:

  • Hair stylist for 16 years
  • Member of a Robert Cromeans Salon team for over a year
  • Floor instructor for Poway Academy of Hair Design (now Bellus Academy of Hair Design), supervising and assisting students with color and cutting procedures
  • Color training with Paul Michell "the color", Redken, Goldwell and Framesi
  • Extensive training with Wella Color Professionals

Specialized Services:

  • Specializing in haircutting, color and styling for the last 11 years
  • Extensive training and experience in men's haircutting and color
  • Keragreen's organic Keratin smoothing Specialist

Lorena Hernandez

Lorena Hernandez - Stylist, Color and Makeup Specialist

Direct: (760)715-6907

Lorena's youthful zest is the "zing" your hair has been missing! Yet her calming aura and gentle confidence leave you at ease and your locks in vastly talented hands--one shampoo from Lorena and you'll be craving a visit to Zenbi every week. And for a night on the town, or a complete makeover, Lorena's passion and skills for beautiful makeup applications makes her a double-threat and your one stop shop.

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Experience and Education:

  • Assistant training in precision hair cutting, various coloring techniques and translation of natural artistic abilities onto clients (Zenbi Salon: San Diego, CA)
  • Extensive cutting and coloring training with Vidal Sassoon; Bellus Academy: San Diego, CA
  • Wella color specialist with extensive knowledge in creative color placement
  • Various makeup training courses for a vast knowledge of application techniques
  • Bumble and bumble product and various technical training

Specialized Services:

  • Keragreen, organic Keratin treatment Specialist
  • Continued passion and education for beautiful transformations with both hair and makeup

Tiffanie Frahm

Tiffanie Frahm - Master Stylist

Direct: (858)248-7260

When Tiffanie greets you with her unfailing cheerful demeanor, you know immediately you're in good hands. Her genuine passion for client satisfaction and expertise as a veteran hair stylist has made Tiffanie the perfect addition to our Zenbi family since early 2012. Her personal mantra is to "BE friendly and reliable, DO a great consultation and GIVE the very best using top of the line products and techniques".

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Experience and Education:

  • Extensive training in sculpting varying hair textures from fine to course, curly and straight, various technical training courses
  • Seasoned colorist with a vast array of knowledge with varying color lines, now specializing in Schwarzkopf

Specialized Services:

  • Hair re-texturizing with modern permanent wave techniques for various goals and hair textures
  • Special Occasion styling

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