Catawba Collective

✨ PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT

Beauty is personal. So is the experience.

Meet Melissa Cline, owner of Merle Norman Cosmetics at Catawba Collective. 🤍

For Melissa, Merle Norman is much more than a business. She has used Merle Norman products for 31 years, has more than 25 years of experience working in a Merle Norman Studio, and has dreamed of owning a studio herself since her early 20s. Today, that lifelong dream is a reality right here in Cornelius.

What Melissa loves most is the personal connection. She’s passionate about getting to know her clients, understanding what works for them, and helping women feel beautiful and confident in their own skin.

Whether you need help finding the right foundation, want personalized skincare recommendations, or would simply like to learn how to apply your makeup with more confidence, Melissa believes beauty should feel approachable - not overwhelming.

💄 Merle Norman offers:
• Cosmetics & skincare
• Expert color matching
• Personalized skincare recommendations
• Makeup application & education
• Beauty consultations
• Boutique shopping

The studio also carries a long tradition of personal service in the Lake Norman community. Customer reviews repeatedly mention knowledgeable recommendations, attentive service, successful color matching, makeovers, and customers who have returned for many years.

Melissa is excited to build on that tradition - welcoming new faces, continuing to serve longtime customers, expanding services, and giving back to the Lake Norman community she calls home.

📍 Merle Norman Cosmetics
Inside Catawba Collective
21030 Catawba Avenue | Cornelius, NC

Come meet Melissa and experience the personalized service that has made Merle Norman special for generations.

Professional Spotlight celebrates the independent professionals who make Catawba Collective what it is.

✨ PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT
Beautiful hair begins with trust.

At Catawba Collective, we're excited to introduce Michelle Orr - a stylist whose clients have trusted for years because of her talent, genuine care, and personalized approach.

A proud Southern girl, Michelle specializes in bright dimensional blondes, seamless babylights, rich lived-in brunettes, customized color, and precision haircuts. She believes every style should not only look beautiful when you leave the salon but continue to grow out beautifully while fitting your lifestyle.

Michelle knows that no two clients are alike. Whether you're looking for a subtle refresh or a complete transformation, she takes the time to understand your goals, offer honest professional guidance, and create a look that's uniquely yours.

Her reviews tell the real story. Families have trusted Michelle with their hair for 6, 9, and even 10+ years. Clients consistently describe her as talented, thoughtful, patient, and someone who truly listens. They praise her creativity with color, precision cutting, and ability to help them feel confident and beautiful after every appointment.

One review perfectly captures who Michelle is. When a young child was nervous about getting a haircut, Michelle simply sat on the floor beside them to help them feel comfortable. It's a small gesture that reflects the care, compassion, and personal attention she brings to every appointment.

If you're looking for a stylist who combines technical expertise with a warm, welcoming experience, Michelle would love to welcome you into her chair.

📍 Hair by Michelle Orr
Inside Catawba Collective
21030 Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC

Learn more: www.catawbacollective.com

Professional Spotlight is a series celebrating the talented independent professionals of Catawba Collective.

✨ PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT

Meet Amanda

At Catawba Collective, we're excited to introduce Amanda, a hairstylist whose passion for helping others began long before she stepped behind the chair.

Growing up on Long Island, New York, Amanda discovered her love for the beauty industry alongside her grandmother, who inspired her passion for helping people look and feel their best. Since becoming a licensed hairstylist in 2015, she's built her career around creating beautiful, healthy hair while making every client feel welcomed, cared for, and confident.

Amanda specializes in blonding and customized color, creating personalized looks that fit each client's style and lifestyle.

What clients appreciate most isn't just her talent—it's how she makes them feel. Reviews consistently describe Amanda as kind, patient, and someone who truly listens. Clients trust her recommendations, appreciate her attention to detail, and love the calm, welcoming atmosphere she creates. Many have trusted her with their hair for years, following her through every color change, haircut, and life milestone.

When she's not behind the chair, Amanda enjoys spending time with her two boys, who inspire her every day.

We invite you to meet Amanda and experience why so many clients trust her with their hair.

📍 Catawba Collective
21030 Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC

🔗 Learn more:
www.catawbacollective.com

Professional Spotlight is a recurring series highlighting the talented independent professionals who make Catawba Collective such a special place.

✨ PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT
Meet Mandy of Mane by Mandy

At Catawba Collective, we're proud to introduce the talented independent professionals who make our community so special. Today, we're excited to spotlight Mandy, owner of Mane by Mandy.

For Mandy, hairstyling is about more than beautiful hair - it's about building lasting relationships and helping every client leave feeling confident, beautiful, and completely themselves.

Specializing in custom color, blonding, highlights, extensions, and precision cuts, Mandy combines creativity with technical expertise to create personalized looks while protecting the health and integrity of her clients' hair.

What truly sets Mandy apart is the trust she's earned. Many clients have been with her for five, six, and even seven years, trusting her through countless color changes and new styles. One loyal client even continues flying back to North Carolina after moving to Chicago because she simply wouldn't trust anyone else with her hair.

Review after review describes Mandy as a stylist who listens, makes every client feel welcome, and consistently delivers incredible results. Clients call her a color artist, praise her ability to create the perfect blonde, and often say sitting in her chair feels like catching up with a friend.

If you're looking for an experienced stylist who combines artistry, genuine care, and a personalized experience, we invite you to meet Mandy at Mane by Mandy, located inside Catawba Collective.

📍 21030 Catawba Avenue
Downtown Cornelius, NC

🔗 Learn more:
www.catawbacollective.com

Professional Spotlight is a recurring series from Catawba Collective, highlighting the talented independent beauty and wellness professionals who make our community so special.

✨ PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT
Meet Jess Syper of Hair by Jess Syper

At Catawba Collective, we're proud to bring together talented independent beauty and wellness professionals who are passionate about helping others look and feel their best. Today, we're excited to introduce Jess Syper, owner of Hair by Jess Syper.

Since 2012, Jess has been behind the chair, turning her passion for hair color into a career built on creativity, connection, and confidence. She believes everyone deserves to feel comfortable being their authentic self and to leave her chair feeling fabulous.

Originally from Long Island, New York, Jess has been experimenting with hair color since she was a teenager. Today, she specializes in custom color services including balayage, highlights, babylights, root retouches, all-over color, and glaze treatments, creating looks that are personalized for each client's style and goals.

What truly sets Jess apart is her warm, bubbly personality. She believes no one should leave as a stranger, creating an experience where every client feels welcome, heard, and cared for.

That dedication recently earned her recognition as the #2 Hair Salon in Cornelius and the only independent stylist ranked in the Top 5 - an achievement based on verified Google Reviews and customer satisfaction.

If you're looking for an experienced stylist who combines creativity with a personalized, welcoming experience, we invite you to meet Jess at Hair by Jess Syper, located inside Catawba Collective.

📍 21030 Catawba Avenue
Downtown Cornelius, NC

🔗 Learn more or book an appointment:
www.hairbyjesssyper.com

is a recurring series from Catawba Collective, highlighting the talented independent beauty and wellness professionals who make our community so special. Follow along as we introduce the people behind the businesses that make Catawba Collective a destination for beauty and wellness in downtown Cornelius.