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OUR TEAM
We love our team! You will too.
They are the best in the industry.
Come see us.
Robin Abbe
General Manager
I strive to empower students to discover a self starter spirit and develop their own unique skill set that enables a future of achieved dreams. I have twenty years of professional experience in business and operations management and have a strong background in team building and cultivating a business culture of inspiration. I am passionate about community development, peer mentorship, and mission outreach. I have been married to my middle school sweetheart, Chris for thirty years and enjoy painting, traveling, gardening, and cooking with my three daughters, son in laws and granddaughter. I look forward to meeting every new class of students with a welcoming heart.
Brittney Morales
Director
I bring over 15 years of experience and passion for both cosmetology and barbering crafts.
I pride myself in always seeking out the newest and best continuing education and am a constant learner knowing that education does not stop the moment you have a license.
My certifications include Dreamcatcher hair extensions, Inoar GHair keratin treatment and am a Redken color specialist. I love working with the local businesses community leaders. This helps us keep up with current trends and real-world experiences.
Makema Epting
Instructor
My goal is to educate and prepare aspiring barber stylists with a practical experience that will prepare them to pass the state board and start a promising career. My method of educating is to bring real world scenarios using craftsman technique to the classroom.
Licensed in both Texas & Louisiana with many years of experience in both barbering & cosmetology. I am motivated by the rewards of helping others reach their goals. The success of a student is a by product of my passion.
Join Our Team
Diamonds Cosmetology and Barber College has built a world class team and we are always looking for ways to augment and improve the value of our curriculum for our students. We are currently looking for passionate instructors to do drop-ins and distance learning workshops.
Gwen Webb
Financial Aid Officer
I help students achieve professional and personal success. I am an Arkansas native but have lived in McKinney since 2006 with my husband of 27 years. We are the parents of 2 adult children. Our son, Patrick and his wife, Emmalee live in McKinney. Our daughter, Marie, is an accountant, and lives in NW Arkansas. I am a management professional with over 25 years of progressive experience and expertise in project management, team leadership, process improvement, procurement and operations support. I spent the majority of my professional career working for Walmart Inc. located in Bentonville, AR and Mascot Building Services in Allen, TX.
Patricia Gallardo
Instructor
I have lived & worked in the Texoma area for 26 years. I have instructed at Diamonds College, Grayson College & Denison High School. I have also run my own salon at Patricia’s Hair & Permanent Cosmetics. I am a licensed Cosmetology Operator/Instructor & Intraderm Technician. I am always seeking to improve myself & my profession by attending continuing education & specialty classes. I am certified in Hair Coloring Essentials, Skin Peels, Hair Fusion, Keratin Complex, Express Blow-out & Brazilian Blow-out. I specialize in all aspects of hair coloring, as well as up-do’s for special occasions. I have a great passion for the beauty industry & the desire to help students reach their educational goals.
Sandi Russell
Risk and Compliance Officer
As one of the cosmetology and barber colleges in the world, Diamonds College has a responsibility to its owners, customers, partners, employees, and students to remain compliant with both regulatory requirements of the entities that govern vocational schools . As such I am responsible for creating a Risk and Compliance practice that ensures controls are in place to ensure we continuously deliver the highest quality of service to our students and our customers.
Join Our Team
Diamonds Cosmetology and Barber College has built a world class team and we are always looking for ways to augment and improve the value of our curriculum for our students. We are currently looking for passionate instructors to do drop-ins and distance learning workshops.
