Lisa Rieser
Lisa has been with Morgantown Beauty College since 1998 and serves as our esthetics instructor. Immediately upon high school graduation, she attended beauty college and has fostered that passion every day since. Lisa thrives at our school by meeting each student that steps through our doors, completing the first step of their dream. Over the years, Lisa’s favorite memory with our school has been attending trade shows in New York City.
Kathy Calain
Kathy is our school administrator and is a Morgantown Beauty College alumni. She prides herself in owning her own salon and working as an educator for the Wella corporation. When not at the school, she enjoys spending time outside with her grandchildren, like riding bikes and attending their sporting events. Her favorite memory from working at the school was when the students and staff celebrated Woodstock’s 50th anniversary with throwback hairstyles and music.
Sandi Jamison
Sandi is a licensed Cosmetology/Esthetics instructor with 35+ years of experience in sculpting, hair design color texturizing, skin and nail care, business owner, consulting and management. Certified with Pivot Point, teaching methodology, certified in safety training along with several others. She graduated from Robinsons School of Cosmetology in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In 2021 Sandi became the Director of Education of Morgantown Beauty College, along with being a full time Esthetics instructor.
Michele Richard
Michele is our Nail Technology Instructor. She has over 45 years of hands on experience in the industry of hair, skin, & nails and has worked with many different titles over that time. From working with Lancôme as a business manager and regional makeup artist & trainer, to being an experienced educator – Michele has done a bit of it all! As our newest Nail Instructor, Michele is the one who will teach you the practical side of nail technology. Assisting you with forming beads and learning how to shape, she is the woman who will take you to creating the perfect claws you envision.
Kathleen Wydo
Kathleen is an Esthetics/Cosmetology Instructor and previous salon owner.
As an Instructor she has had the privilege of teaching hundreds of students between Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Teaching has brought so much joy to Kathleen’s life by imparting knowledge and molding Character of many students
She enjoys spending time with family and especially her four grandchildren.
Also, she is a huge “foodie”.
Davey Hamilton
Davey is a Morgantown Beauty College’s Massage Instructor. He’s worked in many settings including physical therapy, spa and self practice with interest towards aiding in injury recovery/pain management. Since 2022 he has been studying Thai massage, a technique that involves acupressure, stretching and Ayurvedic principles. When not seeing clients, he also enjoys spending the warmer months outdoors with friends, indulging in music, trying new recipes and spending time in museums when out of town.
Amelia Cain
Amelia is an Esthetics Instructor. With a deep love for art, especially when intersects with beauty, she finds joy in the creative expression that the field requires. Amelia’s interest in beauty is matched by her enthusiasm for connecting with people. her ability to blend her artistic skills with engaging personality helps her inspire and guide new talents in the beauty industry.
Erin Smallwood
Erin is an alumnus of Morgantown Beauty College and has come back to teach the next generation haircutting and nails. She managed a salon for 5 years in which she specialized in haircutting. She loves to teach all things in haircutting. Erin is also a proud mom of two and spends her free time with them.
