MEET THE TEAM
Meet the team
KINDRA ENGLER
Kindra is the founder and owner of The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA, bringing 30+ years of experience in the beauty industry. A balayage, blonding, and hair extension specialist, she focuses on dimensional color, foils and highlights, color correction, lived-in color, blonde transformations, gray coverage and blending, and hair extensions — creating beautiful, modern, customized hair for every guest.
Training & Credentials
- BELLAMI certified extension specialist, trained in multiple extension methods
- In-house custom hair extensions
- Great Lengths certified — also a former Great Lengths brand educator
- Former educator with TIGI, Wella, L’Oréal, and R+Co
- Extensive experience in editorial collaborations, fashion week, and professional product development
- 500+ personal client reviews; 1,500+ reviews for The Garage Hair Lounge overall
As both a stylist and mentor, Kindra brings deep technical knowledge and a creative eye — not only to her own guests, but to training and developing the artists at The Garage. When she’s not behind the chair or growing The Garage, this true PNW girl can be found hiking, camping, or paddleboarding.
ALABAMA ROPKA
Alabama is a hairstylist at The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA, specializing in blonding, dimensional blonde color, foils and highlights, color correction, lived-in color, and hair extensions. She creates seamless, natural-looking results with beautiful dimension, movement, and effortless grow-out — customizing every look to her guest’s hair, lifestyle, and goals.
Training & Certifications
- BELLAMI certified extension specialist, trained in multiple extension methods
- In-house custom hair extensions
- Travis Parker Cutting Courses 1 & 2
- R+Co Business & Education courses
- 300+ personal client reviews
As an artist, Alabama brings a strong creative eye and attention to detail behind the chair. Whether it’s a brighter blonde, dimensional lived-in color, or seamless extensions, she’s passionate about creating hair you’ll love wearing. Outside the salon, she continues exploring her creativity through art and is pursuing her education in business.
Teddi
Barber
Teddi is a barber with 15 years of experience at The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA, specializing in precision barbering, skin fades, taper fades, clipper cuts, beard grooming, and customized men’s haircuts. Known for her attention to detail and consistent technique, she creates clean, polished looks tailored to each guest’s style, hair type, and lifestyle.
Specialties
- Skin fades & taper fades
- Clipper cuts & precision barbering
- Classic and modern men’s haircuts
- Beard grooming
Teddi has built her career around precision, professionalism, and genuine connection with her clients — she believes a great haircut is about more than the finished look, it’s about feeling confident walking out the door.
Outside the shop, Teddi’s cheering on her daughter, a dedicated three-sport athlete, and spending time at home with her wife Brittany and their two dogs — a mini dachshund and a standard poodle.
Alexis Meadows
Alexis is a hairstylist at The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA, with 10 years of experience specializing in hair extensions, lived-in color, blonding, dimensional color, gray blending, and color correction. As a BELLAMI-certified extension stylist, she creates seamless, natural-looking extensions customized for length, fullness, volume, and overall transformation.
Specialties
- Hair extensions — BELLAMI-certified, customized for length, fullness, and volume
- In-house custom hair extensions
- Blonding, lived-in color & dimensional color
- Highlights, foils & balayage-inspired color placement
- Gray blending & color correction
Alexis takes the time to understand each client’s vision, combining personalized color placement with extension techniques for cohesive, effortless-looking results. For her, the best part of being a stylist is seeing the transformation — and the confidence that comes with it. She’s passionate about creating an experience where clients feel heard, comfortable, and genuinely excited about their hair.
Outside the salon, Alexis is a new mom who loves spending time with her family and two dogs, and experimenting with gluten-free recipes.
MARIA SALAS, RN
Maria Salas is a Registered Nurse with 10 years of nursing experience, including a background in trauma nursing, and 4 years specializing in medical aesthetics at The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA. Her clinical background brings advanced medical knowledge, precision, and a patient-centered approach to every treatment — a level of training that sets her apart in aesthetic medicine.
Specialties
- Certified in all major neuromodulators — Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, Jeuveau®, and Letybo®
- Certified in all major dermal filler lines — Juvéderm®, Restylane®, Revanesse®, Evolysse®, and Sculptra®
- TMJ and migraine treatment injections
- Facial balancing
- Microneedling and peptide therapy
- Medical Weight Loss — branded (Wegovy®, Zepbound®, Ozempic®, Mounjaro®) and compounded semaglutide & tirzepatide (GLP-1) injections, medically supervised weight management programs
- ADVATx® laser treatments
Training & Certifications
- 10 years as a Registered Nurse, including trauma nursing experience
- 4 years specializing in medical aesthetics
- Manufacturer-certified directly through each neuromodulator and filler brand she injects
- Trained and certified on the ADVATx® laser system
Maria takes a customized approach to every client, combining medical expertise with advanced aesthetic technique to create refined, natural-looking results — enhancing your features rather than changing them. Whether you’re new to medical aesthetics or looking to elevate your current routine, Maria provides thoughtful, personalized care in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
SAVANNA RIORDAN
Savanna is a hairstylist and colorist at The Garage Hair Lounge in Chehalis, WA, specializing in lived-in color, balayage, blonding, highlights, color correction, dimensional color, and customized hair color. She creates seamless dimension, soft grow-out, and effortless, low-maintenance color tailored to each guest’s style and lifestyle.
Specialties
- Balayage & foiled highlights
- Lived-in, dimensional color
- Custom blonding & color correction
- In-house custom hair extensions
With 16 years as a competitive dancer and choreographer, Savanna brings a unique eye for movement, balance, proportion, and visual storytelling to her color work — an artistic background that shapes how she approaches every look behind the chair.
Savanna is passionate about creating modern, elevated color that feels natural and uniquely aligned with each guest.
Abi Armstrong
Content Creator
Abi is the creative heartbeat of the front desk at The Garage, where she blends her eye for aesthetics with a talent for organization and guest care. As both a content creator and front desk coordinator, she plays a key role in shaping the salon’s vibe—whether she’s capturing behind-the-scenes moments, showcasing stylist transformations, or making each guest feel welcomed and taken care of. With a passion for storytelling and a natural flair for visuals, Abi brings the brand to life on social media while keeping the salon running smoothly. Her energy, creativity, and friendly presence make her an essential part of the team—and the first smile you see when you walk through the door.
DEB GROSS
ARNP
Deb has been in healthcare for over 25 years. She is passionate about her work and continuing her training to learn about the newest techniques and treatments. She offers a variety of medical aesthetic treatments, such as IV therapy, Medication Assisted Weight Loss and Testosterone Optimization Therapy. Deb loves being a nurse practitioner, and when you enjoy what you do it doesn’t feel like work. She enjoys spending time with her husband and her two very adventurous sons.
MICHAEL ROPKA
Medical Aesthetic RN
Michael is a skilled medical aesthetics professional dedicated to enhancing natural beauty through advanced, results-driven treatments. With a focus on subtle, balanced outcomes, Michael blends clinical expertise with an artistic eye to deliver treatments that restore, refine, and rejuvenate—never overpower. Known for a gentle approach and a deep understanding of facial anatomy, Michael is committed to helping clients feel confident and refreshed while maintaining their authentic look.
DEB GROSS
ARNP
Deb has been in healthcare for over 25 years. She is passionate about her work and continuing her training to learn about the newest techniques and treatments. She offers a variety of medical aesthetic treatments, such as IV therapy, Medication Assisted Weight Loss and Testosterone Optimization Therapy. Deb loves being a nurse practitioner, and when you enjoy what you do it doesn’t feel like work. She enjoys spending time with her husband and her two very adventurous sons.
Alexis Meadows
Cosmetologist
When I’m not in the salon, you’ll often find me surrounded by wagging tails and playful barks, enjoying the unconditional love of my two fur babies. I also love embarking on spontaneous adventures with my significant other, or experimenting with new gluten-free recipes in the kitchen.
I’m passionate about creating a heartwarming and personal experience for every client. I believe in being an open book and love hearing about anything you’d like to share. My goal is to provide an experience that not only leaves you feeling beautiful but also inspires you to spread that joy with others.
The best part of my career is witnessing the transformation during the big reveal-the moment when my clients light up with confidence. That’s why I chose this path-it’s incredibly fulfilling to make a positive impact in a person’s life.
I would love the opportunity to meet you and help bring your vision to life. Let’s connect and create something beautiful together.
GRACE SELLS
Nail Technician
Graces’ keen eye for detail and a flair for creativity, she brings a fresh and innovative approach to her work at The Garage, She takes pride in staying up-to-date on the newest trends and techniques, and is always looking to provide her clients with the best possible experience. Grace is dedicated to building real connections with each of her clients along with creating an inviting atmosphere where clients feel pampered and enlightened.
DELANA SHRADER
COSMETOLOGIST
Hi, I’m Delana and have been a cosmetologist for the past 12 years. I love working with any blonding service, color and haircuts. Time spent outside of the salon is with my husband, our beautiful daughter and three little dogs. I also love to shop, travel and drink coffee. If you see in the salon or around town you will always see me with a coffee in hand!