Nina Childers

At Ateliér since 2007

Hobbies: Spending time with my family tops the list. I also love a good workout, personal growth books that get me thinking, and beach vacations where I can finally slow down (even if just for a minute).

Food of Choice: I eat super healthy—so much so that my team loves to peek in my lunch bag and make faces. I’ve been called a human garbage disposal (when I actually have time to eat), and according to my husband, my favorite meals are the ones I don’t forget to eat.

Drink Order: A green smoothie—packed with as much spinach, kale, and mystery greens as possible. The greener the better. My team says it smells like a garden, but I swear it tastes like energy and ambition.

Fun Fact: I have a motorcycle license, opened my first salon location at 23, and once got pulled over by the coast guard at age 10… for driving a boat with my younger brother. No adults, just vibes.

Why this Career? I knew I wanted to do something creative, people-focused, and meaningful. I dreamed of building a space where people could grow—personally, professionally. Nothing excites me more than watching someone hit a goal they once thought was out of reach.

Specialties: When I was working hands-on with guests, I specialized in blonding, extensions, and precision cutting. I loved creating transformations and perfecting the little details. Now, my passion is focused on growing the business and helping our team thrive.

How you’ll feel after being in my chair: When I was behind the chair, I wanted guests to walk out feeling like the best version of themselves—relaxed, glowing, and totally unstoppable. Now, as the owner, I want every guest to feel that same magic. But I also want my team to feel deeply connected to something bigger. That they’re part of a place where growth is personal, success is self-defined, and there’s no ceiling on what they can achieve.