About Us
Founders
Kelsey Yule, President
Understanding the need for highly qualified stylists and beauty technicians is nothing new to Kelsey Yule. As the founder of Raw Concepts Studio, and highly recognized competitor in several hair industry competitions, she sees the lack of skills, professionalism and business sense that is missing in this opportunistic industry. We are targeting students with the same big dreams she has achieved from small town roots. Kelsey has benefited from recognitions such as the 2008 Alberta Stylist of the Year, 2008 Redken Cover Competition Alberta Finalist, 2007 Alberta/BC Salon Team Finalist for Canada, Youth Initiative Award Winner, L’Oreal Professional Runway Stylist Finalist and one of the top ranked young stylists in Canada.
Janet Yule, Vice President
With an extensive background in Student Services, Marketing and Public Relations, Janet Yule brings several skills to the administration table. She previously worked extensively in student recruitment and career employment.
Janet has worked alongside Kelsey for many years, developing resumes, advertising campaigns, competition portfolios and photography work. Together, their positive energy, and determination to succeed inspires students to succeed on several levels of this industry.
Employees
Kelli Ennis – Academy Director
Kelli is a great addition to Purely Inspired, and brings with her a wealth of managerial experience and great business ethic. With a background in management, marketing, and advertising, Kelli is in charge of all operations to make the Lethbridge academy an exceptional place to study the Hair industry. She will grow the business significantly.
Kristin Kuzminski – Educational Director
A firm advocate of the academy’s progressive educational philosophy, Kristin is enhancing the curriculum with her experience as a former Platform Artist and Advanced Color Educator. Along with her 15 years salon experience as a Master Stylist, she also spent many years training and mentoring apprentices as a Salon Creative and Educational Director.
Cindy – Educator
We can’t say enough about Cindy and what she brings to Purely Inspired. As an instructor, students revel in all that she has to offer in her kind but assertive manner. Cindy is a key part of our vibrant educational team.
Andrew Engelleder- Educator
With 16 years in the industry, Andrew has done everything from platform artist to salon owner. Andrew brings a wealth of experience and innovative knowledge to the academy. His cutting-edge personality and skills consistently delight the students.
Lynsey Owen – Educator
Lynsey joins our team of educators with 9 yrs as a licensed sugarist, and 2 yrs as a certified Educator. She is the founder of “Styles III Body & Soul”, in Brooks Alberta. Her business provides clients with the services of body sugaring and clinical facials. She is brilliant at passing on her skills to our eager students.
Lindsay May Hopp – Educator
Lindsay May Hopp has been an esthetician for 9 years and believes it is important for students to get the best information possible in the industry! She knows that knowledge breeds success. As a successful business owner and educator Lindsay brings proper skills and endless knowledge to the students at Purely Inspired and helps to propel them to new heights in their journey of esthetics. Students consistently give Lindsay rave reviews after taking her weekend courses.
Heidi Bogi – Educator
Since graduating from an award winning school on the west coast, Heidi has been able to work in many areas of the ever changing makeup and hair industry. Heidi’s work has been acknowledged in Fashion Magazine, on City Line and on Breakfast Television. Heidi now focuses on Makeup Artistry workshops at Purely Inspired, and being the lead educator for Purely Inspired’s Video Conferencing Cosmetology Pilot. Heidi has a huge passion for makeup and its many creative avenues and is excited to share her passion and enthusiasm with other aspiring artists, clients and students!
