Beni Means Blessed

Katie Bacon and Terri Nickerson, Master Stylists and Owners

Katie and Terri are two amazing, hardworking and caring women. After working together for years, they decided to join forces to do what they do best - make people feel beautiful.  In July 2014, their dream of owning their own salon became a reality - Salon Beni.

After studying the French style of cutting and balayage for years, it seemed fitting to use a French word to name the salon. Beni means Blessed - and that is truly how they feel.

Meet our Fabulous Talent!

KATIE - OWNER & MASTER STYLIST

Beauty, style, education and confidence are just some of the things that come to mind when I think about hair. I absolutely love what I do and feel it shows in my work every day. I enjoy teaching as much as I do styling hair. I feel so proud to be part of training our apprentices. By helping them discover their craft it keeps things new, fresh and exciting. I believe in leading by example and there is no better way to show your kids to follow their dreams then by living my own. I feel truly thankful and blessed to have the great staff and clients that allow me to enjoy my dream every day.


TERRI - OWNER & MASTER STYLIST

I actually can't remember a time when I wasn't a hairdresser. I have been doing hair for so long it's a part of me. I absolutely love making people happy. Seeing a smile on my client's face still brings me happiness. Being an owner of Salon Beni is so rewarding. Training the newer staff members and watching them grow as hairdressers never gets old. Dreams really do come true, I'm living mine! 


AMY - Senior STYLIST

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away” – Pablo Picasso. That’s what I do. I have been in the hair industry for over 20 years, loving all aspects. Making people look and feel beautiful are my favorite parts. I believe you have to balance your dream and your job, until your dream becomes your job.


SAM - Senior STYLIST

I have been in this industry since 2011 and at Salon Bèni since we opened in 2014. I graduated from Empire Beauty School in Boston and loved every minute. Growing up watching my two aunts do hair is the reason I’ve always wanted to be a hairdresser. Making people feel good about themselves is the best part of what I do!


STEPH - Senior STYLIST

I joined the Salon Bèni team in 2015 as an assistant. While advancing my eduction here, I became a stylist in 2017. The beauty industry is constantly changing and I love taking classes to stay up-to-date on new color and styling techniques. There is no better feeling then seeing a client’s eyes light up from a fresh color transformation. Aside from my love for learning, I really enjoy connecting with clients on a personal level. Life is so hectic that being the relaxing part of someones day is such a blessing to me. I hope to provide a relaxing service and confidence boost to all of my clients.


LAUREN - STYLIST

I have been extremely passionate about doing hair for as long as I can remember. As I further my career, my devotion to making women feel beautiful everyday is blossoming even more. I love to stay on top of the newest trends in the industry and specialize in blondes and dimensional color. I can’t wait to give you the hair of your dreams!


JILL - STYLIST

I have been a licensed cosmetologist since 2016 and joined Salon Bèni in 2019 as a stylist. I specialize in lived in color as well as haircuts and styling. I love being able to make my clients feel confident and beautiful about themselves while in my chair.


DIANA - STYLIST

I started my learning journey with Salon Bèni duringmy cosmetology program at Southeastern Vocational High School in 2020. I continue to love every minute in the hair industry. I hope to leave every client feeling confident and refreshed after each visit. Having the opportunity to make a client feel special and beautiful is the best part of what I do.


BRIANNA - JUNIOR STYLIST

I began at Salon Bèni as an assistant and after 18 months, became a stylist, enhancing my skills along the way. I always knew I was going to be a hair stylist! I loved cutting hair as a kid - my family’s, my doll’s and my own! I went to a technical high school and was able to get my cosmetology license before l graduated. I am very happy I made the decision I did, because I love the industry and making clients happy.


Shay - JUNIOR STYLIST

I am a 2022 graduate of Westfield State and attended cosmetology school, becoming licensed in 2023. I began my career Salon Bèni, learning and growing more as a stylist. I love being able to make someone feel beautiful when they leave the salon.


ISA - Assistant

I recently joined the Salon Bèni team and am excited to see where this journey takes me.


dakota - assistant

Currently an assistant, I am working towards becoming a stylist. I graduated from the Bristol Plymouth Regional Technical High School Cosmetology Program in 2023, where I was described as “a poised, dedicated, and exemplary cosmetologist.” I am excited to learn and grow as I continue my hair styling journey.


mal - client services

It is great being a part of the Salon Beni staff. I am surrounded by a group of talented and friendly girls. I enjoy taking to our wonderful clients. You all brighten my day. I love my job!


ALLIE - CLIENT SERVICES

I have had a delightful time working for Salon Beni for over 2 years now. My goal is to make every client’s experience as relaxing and smooth as possiblel. I have always loved all aspects of the beauty industry.  Currently, I am in school for esthetics and cannot wait to see where that journey takes me!