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  The International Institute of Cosmetology is a state of the art facility, while incorporating professional products, with over 100 years of professional experience. Our "Cosmetology Educators of America" certified Instructors provide an encouraging up to date learning environment.

Dean of Students, Martin Gugliotti
Director of School, Carmelo Gugliotti
Assistant Director, Cristina Gugliotti
Artistic Director, Leonardo Gugliotti
Financial Officer, Damian Gugliotti
Head Registrar, Suzanne Gugliotti
Director of Education, Marie Bobair
Cosmetology Educator, Joanne Palazzo
Aesthetics Educator, Sabrina Fontana
Educator, Lauren LaBreque



Dean of Students, Martin Gugliotti

Martin became a licensed hairstylist at age 16. He has accomplished so much in his short time being a stylist. He has won three National Championships, competed in many International competitions, participated in three World Championships, and is a 2nd place World Champion. He has instructed many classes nationally and has taken part in many hair shows Nationally and Internationally. Martin is an NCA competitor, educator, and designer.

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Director of School, Carmelo Gugliotti

World renown stylist bringing over 35 years international experience to the class room. Salon owner for over thirty five years, OMC Americas President, NCA of CT past president. Mastered unique style of barbering to contemporary styles. World competitor and judge, holds international classes. A true asset to the school. You can definitely learn a lot from this man.

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Assistant Director, Cristina Gugliotti

Cristina is the wonderful mother of four boys including Martin Gugliotti(Dean of Students), Leonardo Gugliotti (Artistic Director) and Damian Gugliotti (Financial Officer), loving wife of Carmelo Gugliotti (School Director). Her one on one interaction with students and staff helps her keep her finger on the pulse of the school. Always seeking to motivate and enthuse students she has and continues to come up with exciting events for students to partake in, such as; Dress Down Days to benefit a variety of organizations and people in need, Festive Days like Halloween and valentine's day. She helps coordinate trips to Hair shows and other field related events. Her mothering nature truly shines down on the student body. Cristina is well rounded in education, she was a teacher in her home country of Argentina for many years before moving with her family to the USA.

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Artistic Director, Leonardo Gugliotti

Carmelo's son, became licensed when he was just 16 years old like his brother Martin, Leonardo has been around the industry for all of his life. Competitor, Instructor, Educator and Designer. Leonardo has accomplished a great deal in his age. He has been holding educational seminars for many years both nationally and internationally. Has completed his masters in business and is now looking to implement his knowledge in teaching and of the salon into the classroom.

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Financial Officer, Damian Gugliotti

Carmelo’s son, has always been a behind the scene’s part of IIC. He was born in Argentina and moved to America when he was three, which has made him fluent in Spanish as well as English. Damian graduated Cum Laude with a Finance degree from the University of Connecticut. Now, he uses this knowledge learned in college to head our student loan programs and all school finances.

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Head Registrar, Suzanne Gugliotti

Suzanne is a very warm individual assisting students in not only all aspects of admissions but also job placement. Suzanne keeps a very active and open relationship with countless number of salons and cosmetology employers through out Connecticut and many nationally. With a B.S. in accounting she is able to better assist students by aiding in choosing what financial options are best for them.

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Director of Education, Marie Bobair

Cosmetology Educator of America (CEA) certified educator, well rounded in the Milady and Pivot Point curriculums. Advanced training by Framesi, Wella, ISO as well as major hair shows. Marie motivates and excites students into developing their practical and creative skills in Cosmetology.

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Cosmetology Educator, Joanne Palazzo

Ms. Joanne, a cosmetologist of thirty years and salon owner for thirteen years, joins us as an instructor of cosmetology and a Pivot Point participant. She has attended several advanced courses in hair cutting and coloring, by means of John and Suzanne Chadwick, Paul Mitchell, and Redkin, and is still furthering her education for teaching certification. She is enthusiastic, passionate and encourages students to meet their goals.

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Aesthetics Educator, Sabrina Fontana

Ms. Sabrina comes to us as the Head Esthetician at Gugliotti's Salon and Spa. She has received many hours of training as well as her Post-Graduate Diploma from the International Dermal Institute in Boston. She is highly educated in skin treatments, natural nail therapy and makeup.

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Educator, Lauren LaBreque

Ms. Lauren, a former graduate of the International Institute of Cosmetology, has joined our educator team to bring some new and young flair to the table. She is also a member of the Gugliotti Salon and Spa team in Rocky hill, CT. Lauren’s training includes but is not limited to; Wella color classes, cutting classes, working alongside world champions and celebrity stylists. She is also the Tri-State Clairol color competition winner of 2004. Our students relate to her well and we are glad to have her as part of our team.

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