About us

Gillian has been in the salon industry for 23 years and has held every position in a salon, from shampoo girl, assistant, receptionist to manager. Her career began at Timothy’s of Squirrel Hill (Pittsburgh) and most recently BLue A Hair Studio (Huntingdon Valley).  

Gillian completed the Masters of Balayage, Balayage Master Certification in 2020.  In 2021, she finished the Wella Color Expert Program at the Wella Studio (Calabasas, Ca). In 2022 she traveled to the Sassoon Academy and completed the ABC cutting course. In 2023 she completed Cut Craft 1-3 at The Wella Studio. Gillian is also Keratin Complex Certified, Cinderella Hair Certified and Dreamcatcher Extension Certified. 

Gillian has had the opportunity to assist Wella Global Artist, Sonya Dove and Wella Top Artist, Alexandra Matiz. She has also attended in-salon classes with Anthony Cole, Oscar Bond, Omar Antonio, Aubrey Loot, Sam Villa, Nick Arrojo and many more. 

While Gillian’s passion behind the chair took many years to mature, she now jumps at the chance to learn and bring the best to her clientele. She specializes in curly hair and color, especially blonding. Opening Gillian, The Salon,  has been a labor of love, friendship and creativity.  She looks forward to bringing her vision to her amazing clientele, old and new. 

Gillian loves pilates, a good meal, a good laugh and great music. She has two adult children Michael & Mia. 

 Timothy began his career in 1983 with Leslie & Company in Pittsburgh and assisted under Global Artist Leslie Bryner. It is there that he harnessed his great skill for styling hair. In the mid-80's Timothy jumped at the opportunity to assist under the NAHA Master Stylist, Oscar Bond. It was there that Timothy developed his talent for hair coloring and cutting. In 1997 he opened his salon, Timothy's of Squirrel Hill. Timothy was also a corporate color educator for L’Oréal Professional. He received further education during this time at: Loreal Academy (Soho), Trevor Sorbie Academy in London, Le Coup in Montreal, The Sassoon Academy in New York City, and Toni & Guy. 

After successfully owning and operating two salons (Timothy’s of Forbes & Avenue W) in the Pittsburgh area, Timothy joined Anthony Izzi at Anthony Izzi Salon in the Shadyside & Aspinwall, Pa locations.. 

Timothy has two adult children, Christopher and Caroline. He enjoys fly fishing, golfing, a good book and good conversation.

Timothy brings 43 years of experience to Gillian, The Salon. His attention to detail and artistry are second to none. We are thrilled to have him.