Kim Ross

Cosmetologist/ Manager

Kim has been in the beauty industry for 25+ years.  She  opened her first salon, Heads Together, at the age of 18.   After 25 years in business she decided to team up with partner and high-school friend, Mark-Anthony Bailey to open Meraki.    Meraki means:  “ To do something with soul, creativity, or love; when you leave a piece of yourself in your work. “   Kim and Mark-Anthony envisioned a place that could provide an elegant and relaxing environment–an upscale oasis people could go to to be pampered and, viola, Meraki was born.    Both Mark-Anthony and Kim envisioned a place that men and women can de-stress and lavish in elegant surroundings.  Kim loves connecting with patrons of Meraki.  She believes that when you enter through the doors of Meraki you deserve the ultimate beauty experience.  You will leave Meraki feeling beautiful and rejuvinated!   Part of their vision was to create a place that serves everyone as a home away from home.    Kim also has a  passion for teaching, so in the future look for a Meraki Cosmetology School.   

Jessica Davila

Nail Tech/ Lash Artist

I have been engulfed in the beauty industry since childhood, and has been working professionally in the feild for 21 years! Hair Extensions, Nail Services, Lash Extensions are just a few services that she has specialized in her career. Jessica takes pride in being meticulous and doing all services with care and patience. I strongly advocates for continued education, and never misses a chance to educate clients or technicians on products or techniques.

Jodi-Ann Williston

Esthetician

Licensed Esthetician for over 2 years, with concentrationin providing clarifying, restoring, & result driven services. I belive in usuing quialty clean products to enchance clients confidence in their natural beauty.

Chelly Dalance

Massage Therapist

Hi ! I been a massage therapist for 6+ yrs.

I do swedish, deep tissue, prenatal and many more modalities.

Jessica Leinbach

Cosmetologist

I am a Licensed cosmetologist specializing in color, highlighting, and blayage. I have been in the industry for 11 years after being in shcool for 1 year. I love working with color and being creative with hair. I am a certified Muk Colorist and Master Colorist. I cut, style, color, highlight, makeup, barber, install extensions, wax, do moisture infusion treatments, and more. I have a strong social media following and love showcasing and creating transformationsfor all people of all ages. I am particularly focused on not only making you look good, but keeping your hair healthy and making you feel good about yourself! Come in for a consultation and take your hair to the next level.

Ashley Harper

Yoga Instructor

Hellloooo Yogis!

Its is my pleasure and passion to guide beginners and experienced yogis through their practice. Every class or private sessions provides the opportinity to connect with yourself and others.

I have been practicing bikram style yoga since 2013. It was love at first posture for me and I hope to create that same experience for others.

Namaste.

Mark A. Bailey

 Mark-Anthony Bailey graduated from Rutgers School of Law in 2002 and has been practicing law in the Garden State for almost two decades.  Having  won many favorable verdicts for his client’s, he knows all to well the rigors of 16+ hour work days. One fateful evening, after wining a hard fought, high profile verdict feeling tired and in need of rejuvenation, discussed with his high-school friend and would be business partner, Kim Ross,  the possibility of an oasis that would provide a one-stop, upscale experience for wellness to customers such as him.   They began designing a place which could combine a beauty salon with a day spa and yoga studio– and !viola! Meraki was born.  The name Meraki means:  ” to do something with soul, creativity, or love; when you leave a piece of yourself in your work.” Mark-Anthony Bailey with Kim Ross further envisioned a place which would be the perfect synergy of masculine and feminine.  A place from which woman leave feeling beautiful and rejuvenated.  A place where a manly man can come and treat himself to a “mani-pedi” without sacrificing his sense masculinity. Mark- Anthony Bailey likes to say “that he is not only a client, he is the Meraki President” – he certainly is.  He enjoys many of the amenities of Meraki.  He and Kim are committed to giving patrons of Meraki an amazing experience unlike any other Hair Studio, Day Spa, or Yoga Studio. “Meraki with its one-stop shopping, is one of a kind. It is the pinnacle of a wellness spa, by design” 

Allison Pressler

Esthetician

I have been a licensed Cosmetologist/ Esthetician for the last 30 years. I was trained in the Elizabeth Arden Red Door method of facials and waxing. Doing make up is another passion of mine. I participated in the LGFB (Look Good Feel Better) program for the American Cancer Society for 20+ years. So I am available for weddings, proms, parties etc.. I am also certified by America Academy of Micropigmetation plus OSHA certified in Bloodbourne pathogens training and infection control.

Viv Gasca

Body Sculpting

Hello!

I practice Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fuilds around the body. The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from the bodily tissues. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up. Lymphatic drainage massages can benefit people with lymphedema, fibromyalgia, and other conditions. In addition it is also commonly used for post operation plastic surgery patients.

Leona Sickle

Leona is a lifelong resident of Middlesex, New Jersey. She has over 40 years of experience, styling everyone from styling everyone from local residents to cover 20 years working for Parlo family at the Foxes Den. Her passions include animals, music and, of course, hair styling. An avid dog lover she has shown her champion std. schnauzer, Gibson, many times. When it comes to styling, Leona likes to keep it simple. Creating hassle free hairstyles provides her clients with extra time to pursue their own passions. But don’t let her free and easy philosophy fool you. if it’s fancy you desire, she’s up up for the task. Leona is as versatile as she is passionate. Her enthusiasm for styling is matched only by her enthusiasm for life. Leona began cutting hair at age 13 and has excelled to be a master hair cutter for men, women and children. 

Kim Ross and Mark Bailey

Make up Artist

One fateful evening, after wining a hard fought, high profile verdict feeling tired and in need of rejuvenation, discussed with his high-school friend and would be business partner, Kim Ross,  the possibility of an oasis that would provide a one-stop, upscale experience for wellness to customers such as him.   They began designing a place which could combine a beauty salon with a day spa and yoga studio-- and !viola! Meraki was born.  The name Meraki means:  " to do something with soul, creativity, or love; when you leave a piece of yourself in your work." Mark-Anthony Bailey with Kim Ross further envisioned a place which would be the perfect synergy of masculine and feminine.  A place from which woman leave feeling beautiful and rejuvenated.  A place where a manly man can come and treat himself to a "mani-pedi" without sacrificing his sense masculinity.  Mark- Anthony Bailey likes to say "that he is not only a client, he is the Meraki President" - he certainly is.  He enjoys many of the amenities of Meraki.   He and Kim are committed to giving patrons of Meraki an amazing experience unlike any other Hair Studio, Day Spa, or Yoga Studio.  "Meraki with its one-stop shopping, is one of a kind.  It is the pinnacle of a wellness spa, by design"