Michelle Harrison | Master Stylist | @michelle.k.harrison
Director of Education
Michelle is a true leader and teacher. As the Director of Education of Suki's Academy, Michelle inspires all that surround her. Her incredible talent and nurturing personality help coach and empower people to become the best hairdresser and person they can be.
Michelle left her PhD in Molecular Biology to pursue her true passion as a hairstylist. Initially trained under Suki herself, she now travels around the world to advance her skills, training with the best schools in Italy, Germany, Japan, and England and visiting New York every year to keep up to date with the trends in our industry.
Tatiana Koiava | Master Stylist | @tatianakoiva
Principal Cutting Instructor
Tatiana began her training in Russia and in 2006 became an Apprentice with Suki's. Her advanced training with New York's Vivienne Mackinder , Australia's Sharon Blain, and top Russian stylists like George Kot and Gulnara Chekoeva, have helped make Tatiana a sought after Vancouver Stylist and Instructor.
Saori Nakazono | Master Stylist | @saoriatsukis
Cutting Instructor
Saori is an artist at heart. She left a career as a dietician in Japan to become one of the top stylists at Suki’s. Saori has trained at Sassoon in Los Angeles and Toronto and with Bumble and bumble in New York.
James Valiant | Stylist | @hairbyjamesvaliant |
SILVER WINNER 2023 CANADA CREATIVE HAIRCUTTER
Upstyling Instructor
James is pure energy — when he's not on stage competing in bodybuilding, he's travelling to Miami or Mexico for hair shows.
James began as an Apprentice with Suki's 15 years ago and has since been around the world sharing his knowledge as an Ambassador for L'Oréal and Kérastase. His exciting looks have been featured in films, television, fashion shows, and more.
Vicky Han | Stylist | @hairbyvickyhan
Cutting Instructor
Vicky is a new Instructor with Suki's Academy, but has been with our team since 2015. Her passion for hair and patience with people has helped train our Apprentices into highly skilled hairdressers. Vicky's advanced training includes Vidal Sassoon.
Lyle Kieselbach | Stylist | @lylekieselbach
Cutting Instructor
Lyle is the Principal Instructor for Suki’s Apprenticeship Program, manager of our flagship South Granville location, and Instructor for Suki’s Academy. He has also taught hairdressers all across Canada at top-tier hair shows and conferences. Absolutely dedicated to his craft, Lyle’s passion for education is an inspiration to every one of his students. His advanced training includes Big Sexy Hair in London and Toni & Guy in Stockholm.