Frank Gironda - President
30 years since its inception, Frank Gironda is the force behind Frank Gironda Salons & Day Spa. He entered his first competition the same year he opened the doors to Chicago's Tops in Town Coiffures Salon and handily won his first "First Place" trophy. These experiences laid the foundation for Frank's career commitment to continuing education and a constant infusion of fresh ideas for him and his staff. Frank has been a member of CC for over 20 years and has served on numerous CC standing committees.

Joseph Cartagena - 1st Vice President
Joseph Cartagena has been active in the industry for 26 years and participates on several boards of cosmetology institutions. He has served on various CC committees including Education, Nominating, Competitions, Scholarship and Membership. Currently, he is the acting Chair of CC's Artistic Team. Joseph is a Director Stylist and President of Genacelli Salon and Day Spa.

Karol Thousand - 2nd Vice President
Karol Thousand has been a licensed professional in the field of cosmetology for over 25 years as well as a leader in business administration, strategic planning, and implementation with cosmetology schools. Karol is currently Operations Officer for La James International Colleges. Karol actively shares her expertise with professional and civic associations.

Denise Provenzano - Secretary
Denise Provenzano is the founder and president of Zano Salons. The first Zano Salon opened in 1985 and currently, there are five suburban locations with a flagship salon in downtown Naperville. Denise continues to direct the company’s education and artistic efforts, as well as its community relations and marketing activities. In 1992, when Zano University opened, Denise focused her efforts on education at all levels for her employees.

Larry Silvestri - Treasurer
Larry Silvestri is a seasoned business owner and operator with more than 19 years of experience in overall salon operations management, business development, sales and marketing, design and construction, training and education. Silvestri is currently Chief Operating Officer for Mario Tricoci Hair Salons and Day Spas with direct responsibility for operating and managing a division with $85 million in sales revenue. He is highly recognized for his pragmatic and simplistic approach in achieving goals and delivering results with a strong customer focus and broad market understanding. Silvestri has previously held a position on the CC Board of Directors, several committees and has been a member since 1996.

Luz Segovia - Immediate Past President
Luz Segovia is owner and director of Segovia Salon & Spa, an Aveda Concept Salon, located in the Lincoln Park/Lakeview area. She is a certified coach for Aveda and an industry educator. Luz is a past President of ICA and sits on the education committee. Additionally, she liaisons with Cosmetólogos Latinos and has been featured in local media as well as in articles for American Salon, Modern Salon, Vibra Magazine and Salon Plus.

Directors

Bonnie Canavino
Bonnie Canavino is President, developed and designed the Red Cherry Group; manufacturing two Organic Spa Brands…amrit organic & spa specific. She brings thirty years of private spa industry career growth, along with public industry management & training, all in the beauty business with a passion of growing spas with integrity from professional to professional. Bonnie is a National Spa Industry Speaker, highly sought after Spa Consultant and frequent contributor to leading industry and consumer periodicals including Organic Spa, Skin Inc., Massage, Renew, Healing Arts Guide, Nails Magazine, Allure, Lucky, ELLE and Chicago Magazine.

Karen Gordon
Karen Gordon is the co-owner of J. Gordon Designs in Chicago, where she is also a hair color specialist. She has been a licensed cosmetologistfor 31 years, and has a Masters Degree in Applied Business from DePaul University. She is an active member of Cosmetologists Chicago, and works on CC's Business Development Committee, Scholarship Committee and Education Committee.

Kathy Jager
Kathy Jager is a 29 year veteran in the cosmetology industry with a diverse background as a licensed instructor, salon owner, stylist, competitor, retail specialist and educator design team member for ISO and Zoto’s. Jager has reinvented her career and is now a motivational industry writer and keynote speaker. A member of CC since 2001, Jager is a three-time recipient of the Presidents Scholarship Award.

Debra Jargstorf
Debra Jargstorf has a career that spans 30 years in the industry and currently works as a full time cosmetology instructor, for the Empire Education Group. Debra has held the position of National Education Manager for two major industry manufacturers; traveling throughout the US, working with national chain salons, distributors and cosmetology schools. She has developed and conducted a multitude of motivational, technical and sales-related seminars. Debra also serves on the Executive Board of Cosmetologists Illinois.

Andrea Nierhoff
Andrea Nierhoff celebrates 21 years in the hairdressing industry as of this year. Six years ago when she decided to open a salon of her own she became a more active member of CC in order to find a network of people who could support her in her new role as salon owner. Her experiences with CC have given her more confidence in her work and herself and she has joined the board to reach out to other hairdressers and help spread the word about the wonderful opportunities CC has to offer.

Rosa Paz
Rosa Paz has been a licensed cosmetologist for 15 years and has been very active within the association by serving on various committees, including being a membership volunteer. Rosa is currently a stylist and the salon owner at TRIO Evanston

Lisa Ryan
Lisa Ryan has over 15 years of experience designing and launching successful, customized programs, strategies and products that serve to increase market share, build loyalty to brand and expand client databases. Proven ability to take a concept from inception to execution. Lisa is a highly effective team leader, inspirational speaker and innovative thinker strategist. Lisa also has a diverse employment background, including tenures with wholesalers, retailers and prestige cosmetic/skincare companies.