Since beginning her career in New York City with industry titans Frederic Fekkai and Constance Hartnett, Kadi has built an esteemed career, collaborating with the likes of the legendary Serge Normant. Specializing in balayage, color correction, color changes for film, and natural/organic hair color, her current celebrity clientele includes Julia Roberts, Amber Valletta, Diane von Furstenberg, Gwyneth Paltrow, Aurora James, Zooey Deschanel, Emma Grede, Cleo Wade, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Alma Ha’rel, Alicia Silverstone, Kristin Davis, Jenni Kayne, Calista Flockhart, Brad Pitt, and Meghan Markle, amongst others. Kadi’s philosophy is healthy hair above all. In 2019, Kadi and her business partner, Myka Harris opened the Highbrow Hippie Atelier in Venice, California.

A serial entrepreneur and brand strategist with an intuitive sense of human behavior and trends, Myka has a knack for creating businesses and spaces that hold true vision and are ahead of the curve. Myka's professional journey is complemented by her personal passions and holistic lifestyle. As a certified yoga teacher, budding herbalist, and staunch advocate for wellbeing, she brings a multifaceted perspective to her entrepreneurial endeavors. Highbrow Hippie is truly an extension of how she lives her life on a daily basis and is the culmination of her professional expertise and personal philosophy.

Liz is a Los Angeles native with over 20 years of hairstyling experience, having collaborated with top professionals in the industry. She prioritizes client satisfaction and her goal is to always bring out their best features through hair design. Liz values consultations for optimal results and specializes in creating easy-to-maintain cuts and styles for everyday wear.

Ashley is a Los Angeles native with ten years in the hair and beauty industry. She started her career by apprenticing under famed colorist, Kadi Lee, for five years, beginning in 2014.  Ashley is a master at balayage and a corrective color expert. Extroverted and friendly, she prides herself on her professional, yet warm, demeanor. She has a high degree of experience working with a variety of hairstyles, textures, colors and specializes in California Blondes, sun-kissed brunettes and vibrant reds. 

Hector is an experienced hair stylist with 10 years in the hair industry.  Apprenticing under Liz Sustaita, Hector honed his craft and created his own unique approach to his work.  He is known for soft, subtle, low-maintenance looks that are executed with precision and thoughtfulness.  Hector is known for listening intently to his clients’ goals and helping them feel and look like their best selves.  He is especially known for his talent working with all types of hair textures. Many of our clients with textured hair have sought out Hector’s elevated technique.

Originally from the East Coast, Lizzy moved to California a few years ago, bringing with her a founder’s perspective shaped by experience in fashion, e-commerce, and early-stage startups. She operates at the intersection of creative vision and operational execution - equally comfortable shaping big ideas and building the systems that support them. At Highbrow Hippie, Lizzy applies a thoughtful, problem-solving lens to translate vision into action, creating the structure, clarity, and momentum that allow the brand to grow with intention.

Roxy, an LA native, with over two decades of experience in administrative support, including 12 years in the salon world. As a cornerstone of the client experience at the Atelier, Roxy oversees appointment scheduling, client relations, and the seamless rhythm of daily operations. Her commitment to excellence and genuine care make her an essential part of each client's experience from the moment they arrive.

Originally from the East Coast, Sky has spent the past three years as a color apprentice under Kadi Lee. A graduate of TONI & GUY Hairdressing Academy, she brings a strong technical foundation and a genuine respect for the craft of color. Sky approaches her work with intention and care. She prioritizes scalp wellness, is deeply committed to maintaining hair integrity, and loves creating refined, dimensional color that feels elevated yet effortless. To her, truly beautiful color starts at the root - with healthy hair as the non-negotiable foundation.