Born in Mount Pleasant, North Carolina. I moved to Georgia in 1984 and opened my first self-entitled salon in Duluth, 1989 and in 2001 relocated to Hamilton Mill. It was only a matter of time before I recognized I was one of the more gifted stylists. Nestled in a neighborhood near Hamilton Mill Country Club, Jackie Yates Salon flourished as well as my constant desire to serve others. My education foundation was a Pivot Point from South Eastern College of Beauty Culture in Charlotte North Carolina: Jackie Yates sold his salon in 2015 to pursue a higher calling to serve women, men, and children experiencing thinning hair or hair loss.
I have been a dedicated artist to this industry for over 39 years and an Intercoiffure Salon owner Jackie Yates Salon for 25 years: Jackie Yates Salon voted “Best in Gwinnett”:
My advanced education I received in London at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in 1984: Creating my own combination of my sculptured approach to precision haircutting and laced with Pivot Point coloring techniques:
I have worked with artist like Eric Fisher, Roy Peters, Vidal Sassoon, Michael Cole, Jim Yates, Douglas Cox, Don Shaw, Jeff South, Scott Cole Nick Arrojo, Luis Alvarez, and Jeffrey Paul:
I have been a National Educator with numerous Color Companies Kuene & Reference of Sweden: Now Licensed Hair Loss Expert and Trichologist through Jeffrey Paul Hair & Scalp Specialists and Cesare Ragazzi and CNC Laboratories:
I have been a mentor counselor with Youth Challenge Academy helping youths get their lives back on track:
I have authored & published two children’s books: Millie & Me, Millie Gets a Home” & “Do I Really Look Like a Wartpicker”
Father of two children son Chase 33 and daughter Rachel 25 & married for 30 years:
My approach in color application combines artistic impression, fine art and the science behind color theory to help all professionals create amazing color masterpieces and become more successful in this industry:
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
My wife’s name is Tena Ann Yates. I have two children Chase Thomas Hanahan 33 and my daughter Rachel Elizabeth Yates 25
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I have been a dedicated artist to this industry for over 39 years and an Intercoiffure Salon owner Jackie Yates Salon for 25 years: Jackie Yates Salon voted “Best in Gwinnett”: My advanced education I received in London at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in 1984: Creating my own combination of my sculptured approach to precision haircutting and laced with Pivot Point coloring techniques: I have worked with artist like Eric Fisher, Roy Peters, Vidal Sassoon, Michael Cole, Jim Yates, Douglas Cox, Don Shaw, Jeff South, Scott Cole Nick Arrojo, Luis Alvarez, and Jeffrey Paul: I have been a National Educator with numerous Color Companies Kuene & Reference of Sweden: Now Licensed Hair Loss Expert and Trichologist through Jeffrey Paul Hair & Scalp Specialists and Cesare Ragazzi and CNC Laboratories: I have been a mentor counselor with Youth Challenge Academy helping youths get their lives back on track: I have authored & published two children’s books: Millie & Me, Millie Gets a Home” & “Do I Really Look Like a Wartpicker” Father of two children son Chase 33 and daughter Rachel 25 & married for 30 years: My approach in color application combines artistic impression, fine art and the science behind color theory to help all professionals create amazing color masterpieces and become more successful in this industry:
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Ted’s Montana Grill, Local Station
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
Since 1989
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Dan Reiland Pastor at 12 Stone Church
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Montana, I love to paint mostly oils in media, but would love to stay and paint for a whole month.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Jaws – Movie. TV – Mash
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Just Love! When all else seems to be growing darker, Just Love!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Drive a 1966 Corvette Stingray
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
Third Day
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Jackie Yates Salon Creator
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
President Trump, lunch in the Waffle House, To truly have time to discuss what the working class people’s voice wants him to know and build upon his legacy.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
It’s diversity and the caring of the community
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Hopefully writing. I still have three books in the making and painting my artwork creating pieces of beauty.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I cry easily over heartfelt commercials and movies.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Switzerland
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
November and Thanksgiving.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
A ride on my Indian Motorcycle through the mountains
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Bible
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Sweet potato casserole and and french toast
