Our History

Prior to his death in 2002, J. Michael Harrold, Dir,/Owner/Instructor, was the third generation of his family to enter the Cosmetology field.  Mr. Harrold had been associated with the academy since 1974.  He studied extensively in the United States and Europe.  He trained under various international champions.  Mr. Harrold won first, second and third place trophies in every state convention in the Midwest.  He purchased the Academy from his father in 1986.

Upon his death Ms. Patty Harrold is continuing as the present Owner, President and Chief Executive Officer.  She is also our Director of Financial Aid.