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Dodie has been in the beauty industry for over 38 years. Owner and operator of Wright Hair & Co. for the last 13 years. She is coming up to her 14th year anniversary as a Professor at Fanshawe College, teaching in the hairstylist program. Dodie takes inspiring young minds very seriously. She encourages apprenticeship in her salon and has sponsored 12 apprentices in the last 13 years.

 Aside from working behind the chair everyday and teaching at the college part-time, Dodie is also a professional make-up artist, mastering her craft in bridal, photo shoots for editorial , rogers local television shows and numerous charity events.

Dodie grew up right down the street and currently lives in old south. Raising all 3 of her children( with husband Brian) in the village, has given her strong ties to the community.

One of the things that sets Wright Hair & Co apart, Dodie believes, is, constant education and being involved in industry related events. From attending hair shows, to competing and judging in competitions, to volunteering our services to our favourite charities annually. Dodie's fun-loving personality, and contagious positive energy, will draw you to her chair. Her dedication to her craft will keep you coming back!!!

Ashley has been with Wright Hair &Co. since the beginning, Sept 2009. After attending Fanshawe College in Woodstock, where Dodie and Ashley met. Ash started her apprenticeship and has worked hard over the years to build a large clientelle, while managing the salon.  

Ashley has long been a creative and artistic soul and quickly found that hairstyling was her passion. Growing up in the small town of Walkerton, Ashley made the trek to the big city to pursue her dreams.  Once settled into life in London, her training progressed and Ashley competed regularly in local and distant competitions. She placed 2nd in SKILLS2011 Ontario, a highly coveted student competition, and then went on to place top 6 in the Toronto Hairapalooza2011. While Ashley is busy with salon life, she still finds time to attend industry related events to hone her skills and living by her motto "there's always something to learn"

She strongly believes in helping others, whether it be in the salon or in her community. Everyone's got a story to tell. Ashley infectious laugh, and warm heart, will draw you to her 

  Spenser is our very own bubbly stylist, she has been around the world of hair her entire life. Growing up with her Mom (Dodie), she has always been very comfortable around the hair industry. Spenser has been a regular fixture at Wright Hair and Co. since the tender age of 15, helping when needed during busy seasons. 

Spenser entered the industry in the Spring of 2017 and graduated from Fanshawe Woodstock in 2020 and strives everyday to learn more about her passion for everything hair.

 Spenser has also focused on her MUA skills and has been involved in several wedding parties, proms, graduations,  editorial photo shoots, Rogers TV show, and charity events over the year with Wright Hair. She has also competed in several makeup competitions at the ABA’s Toronto.

Spenser's compassion in the salon is for everything colour, from fashion colours to helping any client achieve their happy and healthy hair goals. 

Spenser is always looks forward to meeting new clients.

"Helping others lead with confidence" is her motto. 

You'll love your experience here with Spenser's bubbly and silly personality & contagious laughter! 

Julie is one of our stylists & MUA. She started out as a client of Wright Hair & Co, when she was only 13 years old, and then fell in love with hair through taking classes in high school. After graduating high school, she completed her apprenticeship at Wright Hair & Co. While apprenticing, she completed her schooling at Fanshawe College and graduated (with honours) in 2018. She has been behind the chair for 4 years now. Through the power of social media & word of mouth, she has been steadily building her clientele. Her love for all things colour & bridal has led her to specialize in balayage & updo/formal styling! In the very near future, she will be receiving her certificate in Hair Flair extensions. She loves a challenge and is passionate about her relationship with clients on a professional & personal level. Known as "the little blonde girl"; Julie is small but mighty, and you will love her fiesty attitude & outgoing charm! 

Em is the newest stylist and makeup artist to join Wright Hair & Co. With a love of all things creative, she feels right at home when she's behind the chair. After deciding that University life was not for her, Em attended the Cosmetology program at Fanshawe College and graduated with honors in 2021. Since stepping foot inside Wright Hair as a client years before, Em always dreamed of working in such a supportive and upbeat environment.

After completing her apprenticeship and acquiring her license, it was finally time to join the dream team!  Em strongly believes that everyone deserves to feel beautiful in their own bodies and aims to help her clients in doing so. Whether it's a flick of a makeup brush or an entire hair transformation, Em is always excited to embrace new opportunities and tackle new challenges! 

 
Savannah joined Wright Hair & Co. as our enthusiastic apprentice after her graduation from Fanshawe College in 2023. With a passion for hairstyling, she is dedicated to perfecting her skills and making every client feel valued and beautiful. With experience in creating stunning looks for local theatre productions, Savannah embraces bold and intriguing styles with confidence. Known for her kindness, humour, and positivity, she ensures a comfortable experience for everyone in her chair. Driven by her passion for the hair industry, Savannah is excited to continue her professional journey and make a significant impact in the world of hairstyling. 

Kelsey joined Wright Hair & Co. as one of our apprentices after graduating with honours from a year at Fanshawe College in the hairstylist program, she has also received her certificate from the Hair Flair extensions course. She wants to perfect her skills in blonding and extensions, making everyone happy and confident with their new hair. Kelsey is known for her friendly personality and will make every client feel welcomed and comfortable in her chair. She is so excited and eager to meet new clients and become apart of the Wright Hair & Co. family!

Jenna is the newest apprentice to join the Wright Hair & Co. team. She brings a passion for hairstyling and a strong commitment to her craft. A 2023 graduate of Fanshawe College, she has developed a solid foundation in hairstyling and is excited to continue building on her skills. With a keen eagerness to learn and a dedication to perfecting her techniques, Jenna is determined to grow as a stylist and contribute to the salon's success. She looks forward to gaining valuable experience in a creative and supportive environment while furthering her professional career. 

 Kara has a unique set of skills that she brings to Wright Hair & Co. Kara has a background in nursing, having studied at Fanshawe college nursing program in the late 80s. Kara has travelled internationally and studied with many different Shamans . Her ancestral roots are Irish and her family has a long history of healers dating back to the 17th century. Kara's great great grandfather, Bob Patterson was constantly in demand to heal animal herds throughout the land . I suppose that is where Kara's connection to animal spirits comes into play. It is an extra touch she brings to both my reflexology treatment as well as massage if the client is open to this modality. Kara graduated with a diploma in reflexology at the Omagh community college in Northern Ireland in 2011 . She practiced reflexology and designed a unique intuitive animal medicine vision quest massage treatment during the years she lived in Ireland providing treatments in retreat settings and clinics throughout Ireland. Kara has been blessed to study with Indigenous elders on her journey and have been gifted many eagle feathers along her path. Kara says "To hold an eagle feather is a true honour and calling to use my gifts to heal others with touch". Kara looks forward to being part of the Wright Hair team to provide holistic healing to the community.