Our Instructors
- Trish Martin
- Chasity Bailey
- Kim Retherford
- Rebecca Hartsfield
- Trevathan Adams Sr
- Tammy Schwartz
Instructors
Tammy Schwartz
Head Administrator/Instructor
My name is Tammy Schwartz and I have worked with the Academy of Hair for 17 years, I am License Cosmetology and I have been in the Cosmetology field for 20 years, I work in many areas of the cosmetology industry, I am over the administration Department, as well as instructing students, on a personal note I have been married for 23 years, I am a mother and have a wonderful son. I am truly blessed.
Trish Martin
I have been in the Cosmetology field for 30+ years, It has been an honor to be able to teach so many wonderful students. I have worked behind the chair as well, and I have been so proud to have been able to stand next to a student I have taught.
I am a mother of 3 beautiful God loving children, I have 13 grandchildren and four great grand children. I have been blessed and continue to be amazed in my life's journey of all the many gifts God has granted me.
Chasity Bailey
Administration/State Board Instructor
I graduated cosmetology school in 2010, I was on the road to success. I went back to school after about a year of working in a salon, to get my instructor's license. I love to cut hair, especially razor cuts. Helping students blossom into what they were called to be is so rewarding. I absolutely love being a stylist and an instructor. I teach the state board class as well and it a very structured class, I want my students to be confident in passing state board, so they can get their license and let their passion for doing hair explode. I now work in admissions; it is challenging and a whole different side of working in a cosmetology school. I work with a group of awesome people, that have a lot of knowledge and have a passion for the beauty industry. After 11 years I can still say I love my job.
Mary Samaniego
Administration
Hello and Welcome!
My name is Mary, I provide both administrative and financial support here at AHD. Along with the rest of the staff, I am fully devoted and committed to helping our current and future students reach their full potential.
From growing up watching my mother pursue her own career behind the chair as a Licensed Cosmetelogist to graduating the same Beauty College back in 2013 where I now work today, to where I’ll be in the years to come, I’ve always been around have always loved all things beauty! I only hope to continue and expand my career in the industry and can’t wait to see where my walk with God leads me and my beautiful family.
To say I am blessed is an understatement, I’m forever thankful for the gift of life, love, family and for the opportunity of being part of this remarkable family business!
Kim Retherford
Esthetician/Operator/Barber Instructor and Esthetician Floor Director
I have been in the cosmetology industry for almost 20 years. So to be back at my Alma Mater teaching is such a privilege. I currently hold a Class A Barber’s License as well as a Cosmetologist License. I have been teaching for the last 7 years, of that I have taught esthetics for the last 3. Educating my students is my passion. That looks different for every student.
I am married to the love of my life and have been for the last 10 years. We have a wonderful family that has blended well. We have 4 children who have blessed us with 6 wonderful grandchildren. When not working I love to travel and see the world. I’m looking forward to seeing where we will continue to go with the school...
Rebecca Hartsfield
Operator/Barber Instructor and Floor Director
My name is Rebecca Hartsfield. I’ve been a hairstylist for 25 years, a barber for 20 years, a medical wig stylist and educator for 7 years and a hair-loss specialist for 5 years. My true passion lies in the art of cutting, particularly enjoying the precision of clipper cuts. I find my fulfillment in teaching and educating individuals on proper hair care and take pride in sharing my knowledge and nurturing the next generation of stylists as they embark on their transformative journey.
Trevathan Adams Sr
Barber/Operator Instructor
Hello, my name is Trevathan Adams my passion started with Barbering and the full study of hair began in 2008. Earning my first license in 2012. I became a professional cosmetologist. With the long-term desire to become the best hair professional possible, I continued my education in the professional Barbering study and fully excelled. Opening 2 barbershops and working in the Greater city of Houston I learned a lot which opened doors to teaching small groups of motivated individuals with the idea to follow in the same field.
Now that I'm Lead Barber instructor here at AHD I will continue to pour in depth all that I know and experiences with Barbering.
Carroll Lewing - President
Academy of Hair Design is a family run business were we are all involved in daily activities at the school.