Meet the Team

honesty, integrity and communication
Our team values kindness, humor and continuing education. We also strive to support each other in growing our skills behind the chair.
Each team member is unique in their talents and abilities and each have their own specialties.
Discover Your Perfect Stylist Match
The search for your dream stylist is over! Take our quick matchmaking quiz and you'll discover the perfect stylist to best fit your hair needs, plus your personality and style!

Aliyana Brown
Aliyana is a true artist when it comes to brows. As an award-winning Brow Specialist, she brings precision, creativity, and a deep love for enhancing natural beauty to every client she serves. In 2025, she was named Minnesota's Best Brow Artist by the Minneapolis Star Tribune, a recognition that reflects both her exceptional skill and loyal following. From perfectly tailored brow shaping to flawless lamination and tinting, Aliyana takes pride in delivering results that highlight each client’s unique features. With a warm, welcoming energy and a perfectionist’s eye for detail, she ensures every guest leaves feeling confident and elevated.

Trish Plantenberg
Trish is a seasoned stylist with over eight years of experience and a passion for creating customized looks that blend expertise with artistry. She loves working with all hair types and lengths—straight or curly—and specializes in colors with cuts, hair extensions, and body waxing for a truly full-service experience.
Her coloring strengths shine in “lived-in” blondes and dimensional brunettes, though she also finds joy in the challenge of gray coverage and blending, helping guests feel effortlessly confident and beautifully refreshed.
Trish’s clients love her for her ability to balance fun energy with professional expertise—she knows when to keep things lighthearted and when to take charge to deliver a flawless result. Her ideal guests are energetic, kind, and confident in their style, often drawn to casual, boho, or edgy looks that express individuality.
When she’s not behind the chair, Trish enjoys spending time with friends and getting creative, whether it’s through new projects or simply finding inspiration in everyday life. She believes the best salon experiences are built on trust, consistency, and genuine connection, and she takes pride in making every client feel seen, heard, and cared for.

Taylor Collins
Taylor is a mid-level stylist with 7 years of experience and a passion for creating hair that feels effortlessly lived-in yet beautifully refined. She loves working with all hair types and lengths, especially mid-length cuts, bobs, and long layers that complement each guest’s natural texture and lifestyle.
Her coloring strengths shine in balayage, blonding, highlights, and gray coverage, where she blends artistry with precision to create seamless, dimensional color. Known for being caring, honest, and professional, Taylor is the kind of stylist who truly listens while also guiding her clients with expertise and confidence.
Her ideal guest has a casual, trendy, or classic style, values great conversation, and appreciates a stylist who’s both friendly and straightforward. When she’s not behind the chair, you’ll find Taylor spending time with friends and family, reading, thrifting, or enjoying time outdoors.
In addition to her work with guests, Taylor proudly serves as the Stylist Development Leader at The Abode Salon & Spa, where she mentors new Protégés through The Protégé Method™, helping the next generation of stylists grow their skills and confidence.

Marie Kragenbring
Marie is a newer stylist with a passion for creating hair that feels effortless, natural, and full of life. She loves working with all hair lengths—from short, sassy cuts to long, flowing layers—but especially enjoys mid-length and longer styles that move beautifully and grow out seamlessly.
When it comes to color, Marie specializes in rich brunettes, bright blondes, and soft, natural gray coverage, crafting shades that enhance her guests’ features and lifestyle.
Known for her outgoing and personable personality, Marie makes every appointment feel comfortable and fun. Her ideal guest is someone who’s energetic, kind, and loves great conversation—the type who enjoys spending time with friends and family or indulging in a little shopping on their day off.
Marie believes that the best salon experience is built on connection and consistency, and she’s dedicated to helping each guest leave her chair feeling confident, cared for, and completely themselves.

Zyanna Ahrendt
Zyanna is one of our newer stylists with a fresh, creative eye and a growing passion for helping guests feel confident and cared for. She loves working with all hair lengths—from short to long—but has a special love for mid-length cuts and long layers that bring out natural movement and dimension.
Her coloring strengths shine in brunettes and soft, radiant highlights, creating looks that feel both timeless and effortlessly fresh. Known for being a caring listener, Zyanna takes the time to truly understand what her guests want so she can bring their vision to life in a way that feels authentic to them.
Her ideal guest is steady, kind, and full of energy—someone who knows what they want and loves a good conversation in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. When she’s not behind the chair, you’ll likely find her spending time outdoors or getting crafty on a creative project.
Zyanna is dedicated to building strong relationships with her clients and delivering an experience that’s as uplifting as it is beautiful.

Janet Whetston
With over 15 years of experience, Janet is a seasoned stylist and owner of The Abode Salon & Spa, known for her thoughtful approach, calm confidence, and dedication to both her guests and her team. She specializes in mid-length and short styles, especially bobs and dimensional, lived-in color that grows out beautifully and feels effortlessly elevated.
Her coloring strengths shine in rich brunettes and soft, sunlit blondes, though she admits she has a guilty pleasure for creating seamless gray coverage and blending transformations. Janet’s guests appreciate her as both a caring listener and a skilled professional who knows when to take charge—ensuring every visit feels relaxed, intentional, and perfectly tailored.
Her ideal client has a classy yet casual style, values connection and expertise, and enjoys genuine conversation as much as great hair. When she’s not behind the chair, Janet loves spending time with friends and family, reading, and finding inspiration in simple, meaningful moments.
As the founder of The Abode Salon & Spa and creator of The Protégé Method™, Janet is passionate about growing both people and businesses—mentoring stylists, empowering salon owners, and redefining what success looks like in small-town salons.
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