About Us
Why We’re Different
杏吧视频 is Directed by experienced salon professionals and business owners Jessica Johnson and Jennifer O鈥機onnor. Our educators here at the 杏吧视频 are highly skilled and trained at what they do, but they鈥檙e also very passionate. One important focus is ensuring that each student gets that one-on-one time with our educators.
As one of the area鈥檚 leading beauty schools, Summit Salon Academy focuses on providing students with the necessary skill set to prepare them for a successful future. Summit Salon Academy utilizes the Summit SalonTM performance-based system to teach future service providers how to provide an exceptional guest experience and enhance their earning potential.
The Academy marries this performance-based methodology with technical training to provide the most innovative and advanced cosmetology school experience available in North America.
There is a network of 3,500 Summit Salons throughout North America that are anxious to recruit these graduates. Summit Salon Academy is the area’s only Redken Premier School, Dermalogica, and NovaLash Partnership School. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission Of Career Arts & Sciences.
杏吧视频 is located in Perrysburg, Ohio, only 15 minutes from Toledo, Ohio.
About The Directors
Jessica Johnson and Jennifer O鈥機onnor have been in the beauty industry since 1996 and are the co-owners of Soto Signature Salon and Spa in Perrysburg, Ohio. In 2016 the two were excited to announce they assumed leadership as Directors of the Summit Salon Academy in Perrysburg. They have had the privilege of being mentored by Denise Soto, the founder of Summit Salon Academy, formerly known as The Salon Professional Academy, founded in 2005. They share a strong passion for the salon, spa and cosmetology school businesses, as well as emerging trends in the beauty industry.
Throughout the course of their careers Jessica and Jennifer have traveled all over the country. The two are licensed advanced cosmetologists and educators. They travel to New York City, Chicago, Las Vegas, Vancouver, and Los Angeles creating looks for Fashion Week鈥檚 renowned designer fashion shows, styling the hair for models and magazines year-round.
O鈥機onnor and Johnson have been inspiring other hairstylists by sharing their expertise for over a decade. Some well-known certifications, associations and educational events include the Redken Color, Design and Finishing Certifications, Great Lengths and Hair Dreams Extension certifications, Certified NovaLash Trainer, Redken Artist, Tearsheet Artist and Editorial Team Member, Bumble and Bumble Design Studio and Network Educator. Along with graduating from multiple Summit Salon Business Courses, Milady, and Pivot Point Instructors courses. They both are contributing members of the Ohio Association of Cosmetology Schools and the American Association of Cosmetology Schools or AACS.
Our Five Differentiators
Five tenets that make Summit Salon Academy unique:
- Intelligence:
Celebrate intelligence on a daily basis. - Learning in Practice:
Learn how to connect your passion for the art with daily and weekly financial goals. - Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
Explore new ventures, connect with entrepreneurs and discover daily innovation. - Alumni Relations:
Stay connected to our graduates and Summit Salons throughout all of North America. - Summit Salon Library:
Access to the world鈥檚 largest salon, spa and school consulting company and its vast library of industry publications and materials.
what students are saying
I love being a student at Summit Salon Academy. All of the educators push you in the right direction because they want you to succeed. It pleases me to know that I am learning from the best and in good hands!
GREAT school to go to if interested in cos!!! All of the teachers, students and staff there are AMAZING!!! Always so kind and friendly, all while receiving a great education.
As a former student and graduate of Summit Salon Academy, I highly recommend this place to anyone interested in starting their career in the beauty industry. All of the educators are highly trained within this field and push their students to do the absolute best鈥�
See Our School
Learn Through Summit Salon Business Center
Summit Salon Business Center (SSBC) is the world鈥檚 largest salon seminar, training, and consulting company. Together with Summit Salon Consulting Group, Summit Salon Financial Services, and Summit Salon Front Desk Division, SSBC is committed to improving the beauty industry one person at a time by passing it on so that our industry will be strong and prosperous for generations to come!
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check out our programs!
杏吧视频
Love beauty and fashion? Have the flexibility of a full cosmetology license to have several career choices in hair, skin and nail care. This well-rounded program can open a variety of opportunities!
Advanced Esthetician
You can help others feel comfortable with their own skin. An esthetics license gives you a specialized focus in skin care only. Learn how to apply facials, perform waxes, and even apply makeup in this program!
Advanced Nail Technology
Love the artistry of nails? In this program you are trained to become a licensed nail technician. Manicures, pedicures, and other nail applications are just some of the things you can learn.
Our Partners
Jul 11
鈥滒煄� Straight outta Family Ties 馃拋鈥嶁檧锔忊湪 One of our incredible educators brought the 80s vibes and all the heart with her students for this Content Challenge entry! When you teach like family, it shows 馃挄 #SummitStrong #ContentChallenge #FamilyTiesVibes #BeautySchoolMagic鈥� Love it!
Jul 10
馃帗馃拠鈥嶁檧锔� Talent in Training, Style in Session 馃拠鈥嶁檧锔忦煄�
Watch our students 鈥渟lay the chair鈥� with these stunning hairstyles created right here at the Academy! From curls to color, every look is a step closer to their dream careers. 鉂わ笍鈥嶐煍�
馃憦 Shoutout to our future professionals for bringing the heat!馃敟
#StudentSpotlight #BeautySchoolJourney #FutureStylists #SummitSalonAcademy
Jul 9
Meet Grace or @cos.bygrace 鉁�
The runner up to the NATIONAL Dermalogica Student Prescription Contest!!! We could not be more proud of her. 馃憦馃コ
When asked why she loves Dermalogica and their products, this was her response. 鈥淚 love Dermalogica because they align with my heart for skincare that heals, restores, and empowers. Their products are results-driven, but they鈥檙e also approachable and rooted in education.鈥�
Jul 9
馃摎A Day in the Life of one of our future estheticians 馃馃徑鈥嶁檧锔廙onth 4 and thriving!
馃檶馃徏From midterms to mastering new services like lash lifts, brow laminations, and waxing 鈥� @aliciana.aesthetics is proof that growth happens one client, one skill, and one brave step at a time. 馃挮
馃挋We love seeing our students gain confidence, build real experience, and find purpose in their passion.
Facials coming soon鈥� 馃憖 Stay tuned!
#EstheticsSchool #BeautySchoolJourney #FutureEsthetician #HandsOnTraining #SkincareEducation #StudentSpotlight #SummitSalonAcademy
Jul 8
馃 Tip Tuesday: Believe in the Butterfly Effect
鈥淪he said鈥� what if I never believed in myself?鈥�
One small decision鈥攖o enroll in beauty school鈥攃hanged everything.
Just like the butterfly effect, that single moment of courage started a ripple of transformation: in her confidence, her skills, her purpose.
鉁� Your dreams don鈥檛 have to be loud.
鉁� You just have to take the first step.
鉁� You never know the impact that believing in yourself can have.
This is your reminder: believe in yourself even when it鈥檚 scary.
Your future self will thank you for it. 馃挮
#TipTuesday #ButterflyEffect #BeautySchoolJourney #FutureProfessional #FollowYourDreams #BelieveInYourself #StudentSpotlight #SummitSalonAcademy
Jul 7
馃摎 Beauty brains at work! 馃挕
Theory is where it all begins 鈥� understanding the why behind the what sets our students apart. From color formulation and skin science to sanitation and business skills, classroom learning builds the foundation for confident, successful beauty professionals. 馃拠鈥嶁檧锔忦煉咅煉�
At Summit Salon Academy, we combine knowledge + creativity to prepare future pros for real-world success 鈥� inside and out of the salon.
#SummitSalonAcademy #CosmetologySchool #TheoryTime #BeautyEducation #FutureProfessionals #ClassroomToClinic #PerrysburgBeautySchool #StudentSuccess #BeautyBrains #LearnCreateInspire
Jul 7
馃尶 Self Care Sunday 馃尶
A gentle reminder to slow down, breathe deeply, and do something just for you. 馃拞鈥嶁檧锔忊湪
Whether it`s a facial, fresh color, or a quiet moment to reset 鈥� taking care of yourself is never a luxury, it鈥檚 a necessity.
Our students are here to help you feel refreshed and radiant Tuesday-Friday. Book your next self-care service at our student salon 鈥� because you deserve it. 馃挍
#SelfCareSunday #SummitSalonAcademy #StudentSalon #FutureProfessionals #SkinCare #HairCare #BeautySchoolExperience #PerrysburgSalon #RelaxAndRecharge
Jul 5
鈽�锔� Blonde, bright, and full of sunshine 鉁�
This gorgeous wavy blonde was created by one of our talented Advanced Cos. students at Summit Salon Academy 鈥� effortless texture and glowing dimension that鈥檚 made for summer! 馃尲馃拠鈥嶁檧锔�
Support our future professionals and book your appointment in the student salon 鈥� beautiful hair, real experience, and great prices!
Hair by student professional Macy
#SummitSalonAcademy #COSStudentWork #BlondeHairGoals #SunKissedHair #StudentSalon #FutureStylist #PerrysburgHair #HairByStudents #BeautySchoolMagic #WavesForDays
Jul 4
馃巻 Happy 4th of July from all of us at Summit Salon Academy! 馃嚭馃嚫
Today we鈥檙e celebrating freedom, community, and the beauty of independence 鈥� inside and out. 鉁�
Wishing you a safe, joyful holiday filled with sunshine, sparkles, and maybe a little extra self-care. 鉂わ笍馃馃挋
#Happy4th #SummitSalonAcademy #IndependenceDay #BeautyWithPurpose #FutureProfessionals #FourthOfJulyVibes
Jul 3
鉁� Glowing skin starts here 鉁�
Our talented esthetics students are hands-on with professional Dermalogica products and advanced techniques 鈥� including red light therapy! 馃拞鈥嶁檧锔忦煍�
We鈥檙e currently welcoming guest appointments on July 3rd and reopening fully on July 8th 鈥� come experience a customized facial at a fraction of the spa price, all while supporting future skincare pros!
馃専 Thinking about a future in skincare? There鈥檚 no better time to explore what it鈥檚 like to be a student at Summit Salon Academy.
馃搷 Book your facial today 鈥� or DM us to schedule a tour!
#SummitSalonAcademy #EstheticsSchool #FutureEstheticians #DermalogicaPro #SkincarePerrysburg #FacialsByStudents #RedLightTherapy #GlowingSkinStartsHere #TryUsOut
Jul 3
馃挮 Platinum Perfection 馃挮
This stunning lived-in blonde was created by our talented student artists using professional Redken color and care. From bright dimension to a silky finish, it鈥檚 giving major hair goals. 馃憦鉁�
馃懇鈥嶐煄� Want to learn how to create looks like this? Enrollment is open at Soto Beauty School 鈥� where your future starts behind the chair.
馃拠鈥嶁檧锔� Ready for your own hair transformation? Book now at our student salon in Perrysburg!
Hair by 杏吧视频 student @styledby.ellaa
#PlatinumBlonde #RedkenColor #StudentSalon #SotoBeautySchool #FutureStylists #BlondeGoals #HairColorMagic #PerrysburgSalon #CosmetologySchool #RedkenReady
Jul 1
Lived-in Blonde, Seamless Grow-Out, Endless Dimension 鉁�
Our students are leveling up every day鈥攋ust look at this stunning, low-maintenance blonde transformation done in our student salon! 馃挮 Perfect for clients who love effortless beauty that lasts.
馃拠鈥嶁檧锔� This look features @hairby.hollyn (杏吧视频) student`s work.
Want to book with one of our talented students? Call us to schedule!
馃帗 Thinking about starting your journey in cosmetology? Our next class is enrolling now鈥攁nd you could be behind the chair creating looks like this.
馃搷 Hands-on training
馃挕 Supportive educators
馃拝 Real salon experience
馃摓 Call us or visit (link in bio) to learn more!
#CosmetologySchool #StudentSalon #LivedInBlonde #HairGoals #BlondeBalayage #BeautySchool #EnrollNow #FutureStylist
Jun 29
Congratulations to Claire on your final clock out + graduating 杏吧视频! We can鈥檛 wait to watch you continue to succeed 鉁�
Jun 28
How cute are these July inspired nails by Student Professional Hannah鉂わ笍馃巼
Call or text 419-873-9999 to schedule today!
Jun 26
Facial demonstrations with Esthetics Educator Andrea! 馃檶馃徎鉁�
Interested in an esthetics career? Call or text 419-873-9999 today 馃摬
Jun 25
Warm Summer Brunette 馃Ц
Student Professional: @styledby.ellaa
Jun 24
Vacation Mode Mani 鉀憋笍
Student Professional: @nails.by.channing
#summitsalonacademy #summitsalonacademyperrysburg #perrysburgnails #toledoohio #nailschool #cosmetologyschool
Jun 23
Who doesn鈥檛 love a little hair refresh? Check out a menu of our services by clicking the link in our bio 馃摬
Student Professional: @thecuttincowgurl
Jun 21
Congratulations to another 杏吧视频 Graduate on becoming a Licensed Advanced Esthetician 馃檶馃徎鉁�
We are so proud of your hard work, dedication & growth @estheticsby.gracek 馃挍
Jun 20
Strawberry Blonde Beauty 馃崜馃嵃
Student Professional: @hairby.hollyn
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