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Stacey Manchulenko
Regional Operations Manager
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Regional Operations Manager
Stacey has had an extensive career in Retail Management and most recently as a Regional Manager for the Manitoba area. She has taken this experience and successful career in the retail sector and is now transitioning to the private sector with our college.
As a respected team leader, Stacey is bringing a desire to blend great customer service and smooth operations. With a passion for team building, her focus is on ensuring strategic business plans can meet market demands for successful and quality education.
Driven to inspire others with a positive approach in everything she does, Stacey’s commitment to guiding instructors and students to reach their educational and professional goals aligns with those at The Canadian Beauty Academy.
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Keri Coutts
Dean of Hairstyling
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Dean of Hairstyling
Keri, a seasoned hairstylist, graduated from hair school in 2015 and attained her Red Seal Certification in 2017, a testament to her unwavering commitment to industry excellence.
In 2020, driven by a profound passion for both the artistry and education within the beauty industry, Keri transitioned into the role of an educator. Stepping into the esteemed position of Dean of the hairstyling program at the Canadian Beauty Academy in 2022, Keri has dedicated herself to cultivating an environment of excellence, innovation, and mentorship.
Recognizing the transformative power of quality education, Keri enrolled in the Red River Teacher Education program, a current pursuit that reflects her ongoing dedication to refining her teaching skills. Her journey as a practitioner and educator intertwines seamlessly, with a harmonious blend of experience, formal training, and an authentic passion for teaching.
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Elizabeth Rodrigues
Admissions Advisor
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Admissions Advisor
Elizabeth comes from an extensive background in banking. With over 27 years of experience as a Senior Lender for various financial institutions, Elizabeth brings with her a high level of customer service, organizational skills, office procedural knowledge, and thorough understanding of finance, investment, and lending. Elizabeth’s extensive experience has helped her develop a unique skill set.
As an Admissions Advisor, Elizabeth is skilled at sitting down with student candidates, carefully listening to their aspirations, helping to guide them in the right direction to choose the right program for them, and offer advice regarding financial aid options for their program. Elizabeth is passionate about helping guide students to the best choice for them in their enrollment process.
Elizabeth has a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Manitoba, speaks several languages, and has studied language at Coimbra University in Portugal, one of the oldest universities in Europe.
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Ashley Lalla
Admissions Advisor
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Admissions Advisor
Ashley, driven by a passion for aiding others, embarked on a career in social services and criminal justice. Transitioning to the private college sector, she continued her journey of empowering individuals to reach their career aspirations. With a robust background spanning over a decade, Ashley has dedicated herself to Admissions and Student Finance, contributing significantly to the success of those pursuing their educational and professional goals.
Being an integral part of The Canadian Beauty Academy team, Ashley is the professional who wholeheartedly guides our prospective students with expertise and care, assisting them throughout the enrollment process.
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Anastasiia Pavlenko
Marketing & New Media Executive
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Marketing & New Media Executive
Anastasiia is our digital marketing specialist with over 5 years of experience working across Ukrainian, European, and now Canadian markets. Her portfolio includes numerous completed courses and certifications in social media marketing, graphic design, photography, and videography.
Drawing from her extensive experience collaborating with bloggers and international companies, as well as her acquired skill set, Anastasiia is dedicated to crafting content across our social media platforms, emails, and advertising materials.
In her role as our digital marketing specialist, Anastasiia seamlessly blends creative and analytical abilities to develop and implement brand promotion strategies. She also actively engages with subscribers, students, alumni, and clients of The Canadian Beauty Academy, making sure that all inquiries were satisfied and your experience with us was as exceptional as possible.
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Nataliya Spytsyna
Associate Registrar
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Associate Registrar
Nataliya is an experienced academic professional currently serving as the Associate Registrar at Commonwealth Education Group. Nataliya brings a wealth of experience from her leadership roles in education and project management. With a background in digital marketing and academic administration, she has successfully overseen a variety of initiatives aimed at fostering growth and innovation. She holds a Master of Science degree in Management of Organizations from Donetsk State University of Management, further strengthening her expertise.
Her passion for driving student success and institutional development is at the heart of everything she does. Having worked with organizations across different sectors, including fashion and public administration, Nataliya is now focused on contributing to the continued success of The Canadian Beauty Academy.
Nataliya's commitment to making a positive impact is also evident in her volunteer work, where she helped thousands of Ukrainian citizens find housing during a time of crisis. She looks forward to applying her skills and experience to support the academy’s mission and guide students on their path to success.
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Kirsten Marr
Front Desk Coordinator
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Front Desk Coordinator
Kirsten is our Front Desk Coordinator, who’s made a huge impact on our front-line operations from the moment she joined the team. Her bubbly personality and zany demeanor is contagious and brings a smile to all who encounter her. She is a team player with our staff and can be counted on to help in any facet. Her clerical knowledge makes her the chameleon we need to steer the ship (hopefully in the right direction!😄).
She is looking forward to welcoming you and being part of your journey at The Canadian Beauty Academy.
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Katy Ruiz
Hairstyling Educator
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Hairstyling Educator
Katy boasts an impressive educational background and a wealth of practical experience in the industry. Graduating from MITT in 2013 and obtaining her Red Seal Certification in 2015 were just the beginning. Katy furthered her expertise by completing Barber training through Tommyguns Original Barbershop, solidifying her status as a professional in her field, specializing in short and long haircuts, as well as vibrant hair coloring.
Currently, she works at Modern Man Tuxedo Barbershop and manages her own home-based hair salon. This dual role not only allows her to share cutting-edge customer service insights but also fuels her ongoing quest for excellence in the dynamic field of Hairstyling. Committed to providing effective and professional education, she's currently enriching her teaching skills through the Red River College teaching program.
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Cassie Gascoigne
Hairstyling Educator
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Hairstyling Educator
Cassie has had an impressive career as a hairstylist for over 20 years in the industry. Her love for hair started young, watching her best friend's mom work in her home salon. Cassie absolutely loved witnessing the creativity happen before her eyes. Fast forward, and her passion for the industry is evident in the details of her work. Cassie graduated from Accademia Dei Capelli in 2005 and received her Red Seal hairstylist certification in 2007. Specializing in custom color services that best suit her guests' styles, Cassie enjoys creating looks that make her guests feel their best. Currently, she is furthering her education at the Red River College (RRC) to become the best educator she can be, excited to contribute to the training of the next generation of stylists.
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Caroline Desmarais
Esthetics Educator
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Esthetics Educator
Caroline is an Esthetics Instructor at TCBA and a proud graduate of the academy. After completing her studies here in 2018, she began her career in a small salon in her hometown. Recognizing her potential for bigger opportunities, she took the initiative to start her own business from scratch.
Over nearly six years, Caroline has successfully grown her business through multiple moves, expanding her services with each step. While she offers a variety of esthetic treatments, her true passion lies in brows and lash extensions, where she truly excels. As a licensed esthetician and lash extension instructor, she’s now excited to return to her roots at TCBA, but this time as an educator.
As the youngest instructor at the academy, Caroline is eager to share her journey and skills with the next generation of estheticians, inspiring them to achieve their own success.
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Deborah Miller
Esthetics Educator
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Esthetics Educator
Deborah is a seasoned professional in the beauty industry. She graduated with honors from the Scientific Marvel School Of Beauty in 1996, earning her Red Seal in full Aesthetics. She was quickly recruited for a term position to refine her skills. After working in three prominent downtown salons, she established her own practice, specializing in naturally-based services and products with a holistic, health-focused approach. This led her to obtain additional certifications to further her career.
She enjoyed the experience and rewards of teaching so much that she returned to where her training began, The Canadian Beauty Academy. Now, she's pursuing an RRC Adult Teaching Certification to enhance her teaching skills.
With her ongoing dedication to sharing her practical knowledge, Deborah is now guiding the next generation of passionate, aspiring beauty practitioners.
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Angelique Stewart
Esthetics Educator
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Esthetics Educator
Angelique, one of our dedicated Esthetics Instructors at The Canadian Beauty Academy, has had a passion for beauty since she was a little girl, painting nails and doing hair for her family at just four years old. After spending five years in the banking industry, she decided to follow her heart and pursue a career in esthetics. In 2011, Angelique graduated from MC College’s Esthetics program and completed her apprenticeship at the Urban Oasis Mineral Spa, becoming a licensed Full Esthetician in 2014.
With over 13 years of experience in the beauty industry, Angelique has continuously refined her skills, earning certificates in everything from gel nails and advanced sugaring to lash extensions, microneedling, and IPL laser treatments. Her passion for sharing her knowledge led her to begin teaching in 2016, and in 2022, she proudly completed her NACC Diploma in Adult Education.
What Angelique loves most about her career is the opportunity to coach and inspire students from all over the world. Her goal is to help them reach their dreams and aspirations, and she’s excited to welcome every student to the academy with a smile, ready to help them succeed.
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