OUR TEAM
At Modern Techniques, we believe beauty is personal—and so is your experience. Located in the heart of Cicero on Route 11, our salon and boutique offers a fresh, modern atmosphere where professionalism meets a relaxed, down-to-earth vibe. Whether you’re here for a precision haircut, or a fresh new look, our talented team of independent professionals is committed to helping you feel confident and cared for. We proudly serve a diverse clientele—men, women, and families—offering a wide range of services from expert cutting and coloring techniques to hair extensions and more. Each service provider at Modern Techniques brings their own unique style, experience, and passion, ensuring you receive personalized attention and expert care every time you visit. We’re more than a salon—we’re a community of beauty professionals dedicated to growth, creativity, and excellence. Come see what sets us apart.
Kara Gilbert
KARA GILBERT OWNER/STYLIST Kara has been in the salon industry for 40 years and counting... She is a 2x Salon Owner who takes pride in her salon, offering superior customer service! She is a certified Master Hair Colorist/ Stylist. She also specializes in design hair cutting techniques for men women and children, Keratin Smoothing Treatments. Please contact Kara directly to book @(315) 440-2725 Available: Tuesday,Thursday 2:00-7:00 Wednesday 11:00-7:00 Friday 10:00-4:00
Katie Beck
KATIE BECK STYLIST/BOUTIQUE COORDINATOR Katie has been in the Salon Industry since 2001. She enjoys making people look and feel great. She specializes in men, women and children's cuts, color, highlighting, color corrections, & Eyelash Lift & Tint. She keeps up with the latest trends by continuing her education by attending classes and hair shows. In 2024 Katie has also taken on the role at the salon as our "Boutique Coordinator" assisting with all tasks involving the Boutique including ordering. *Please contact Katie directly to book @ (315)-729-6702 Available: Tuesday, Thursday 2:00-7:00 Wednesday, Friday 10:00-3:00 Saturday 10:00-2:00
Sara Sundberg
Hi, I’m Sara! With over 16 years of experience behind the chair, I specialize in luxury hair extensions, lived-in color, and hair loss solutions for women with fine or thinning hair. As a certified hair loss specialist, my focus is on creating fuller, healthier hair while helping you feel confident and radiant. When you’re in my chair you’ll always get honest guidance, personalized care, and beautiful results that last. Let’s bring your dream hair to life—one appointment at a time. You can book an appointment with me at somethingbysara.com or by messaging me directly at 315-751-5685 Available : Tuesday 2:00-7:00 Wednesday,Thursday 10:00-5:00 Friday 10:00-2:00
Samantha Erikson
SAMANTHA ERIKSON STYLIST/Blonding Specialist Samantha has been a licensed cosmetologist for 11 yrs. She specializes in the latest color trends such as dimensional highlights and lowlights, and balayage. She is a perfectionist at achieving that cool icy blonde tone for the right skin type and hair style. She enjoys offering design cuts for the whole family ! In addition provides facial waxing, deep conditioning treatments. She especially recommends our "Lanza Keratin Healing Oil Emergency Treatment. *Please contact Samantha directly to book @(315) 440-0241 Available: Tuesday, Thursday 10:00-7:00 Wednesday, Friday 10:00-3:00 Saturday 11:00-2:00
MaryJane Piazza
MARYJANE PIAZZA STYLIST/Blonding Specialist You'll be sure to fall in love with Maryjane's sweet and outgoing personality! Her main goal is to make her clients feel great about their hair! She's been in the salon industry for 10 years and counting. The one thing she loves most about her salon is how it feels like a family and guarantees you'll feel it too! She enjoys doing creative color, anything from your basic to a modern day Balayage. Mjay specializes and loves to work with blondes. She also offers men's cuts and facial waxing *Please contact MaryJane directly to book @ (315)-409-9799 Available: Tuesday 2:00-7:00 Wednesday 10:00-7:00 Thursday 10:00-3:00 Friday 12:00-4:00
Devinee Guereschi
Devinee/Stylist , specializing in Vivids fashion shades. Please contact Devinee directly to book @ 315-641-9088 Available: Monday, Tuesday 11:00-6:00 Wednesday, Thursday 10:00-5:00 Friday 10:00-1:00
Jessica Jones
Jessica ~ Stylist/ Specializing in corrective color . Please contact Jessica directly to book @ 315-751-0875