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(512) 474-ROAR (7627)

201 E. 5th St.

Our Award-Winning Team
Rory McNeill - Salon Owner and Award-Winning Colorist

Rory McNeill

Proprietor & Award Winning Colorist

Rory is also a monthly contributor in Austin Lifestyle Magazine, sharing tips and insights on how to live life large.

Growing up in the Hill Country, Rory spent plenty of time in Austin and remembers loving the blend of urbanism and nature. Needing to see what the rest of the world had to offer, Rory spent time in San Francisco before heading to Chicago where he lived for over seven years working as a top-booked colorist and salon owner.

While exploring the city of Chicago, Rory built a reputation with the successful opening of his own salon, Tousle. Hidden in the bustling streets of Chicago, the salon was one of the city's best-kept secrets. Tousle housed a talented group of stylists and loyal clientele that shared the address with only the best of friends. The buzz and free-flowing word-of-mouth campaign ensured that Tousle couldn't remain a secret...

Lauren Dewalt - Senior Stylist

Lauren Dewalt

Senior Stylist

If you're looking for the perfect haircut – look no further. Lauren Dewalt awaits you at ROAR.

With her laid back attitude, signature red lips and red hair, it's important to note, Lauren Dewalt isn't just a stylist; she is a stylist who with over 10 years under her belt decided to leave a Senior Stylist position at a well established salon in an affluent part of Connecticut to push her skills to the next level by joining Vidal Sassoon in NYC for a two year technical training program. That investment has paid off.

Matthew Redden - Stylist

Matthew Redden

Stylist

As a rising star in the style industry, Matthew Redden recently packed up his bags and headed to Austin to join ROAR Salon. A native Houstonian, Matthew was born with an eye for fashion, a sense of impeccable taste and a passion for theatre. Recently noted as the only hair stylist amongst Modern Luxury Magazine's "sexy seven" in Houston, Matthew is known for having clientele who range from prominent corporate executives to some of the most visible socialites in the city.

Brian Rowland - Colorist & Creative Director

Brian Rowland

Salon Creative Director & Premiere Colorist

Brian Rowland has been a premier Austin colorist for over 12 years, with a career that has seen him employed at two top Austin salons over that time period. As soon as he heard that old friend and colleague, Rory McNeill, had returned to Austin with a vision for a new urban salon, Brian could not wait to join him in establishing ROAR as the destination for fabulous hair.

As a colorist with a deep love for Austin, Brian thinks that ROAR is a great addition to the city because of its uncompromising sense of beauty, professionalism and fun.

Emily Mayes - Senior Sylist

Emily Mayes

Senior Stylist

A native Austinite, Emily Mayes was born to style hair. With clients ranging from top executives to stylish women about town, many would say that getting a hair cut from Emily may very well be an addiction.

With over 9 years of experience as a stylist, Emily most recently transformed manes at Jacques Dessange Salon in Davenport Village where she was one of the most sought after stylists on staff. While she loved the clientele and the salon, she was ready for something new and exciting -- and ROAR was waiting for her!

Briana Clark - Colorist Extraordinaire

Briana Clark

Colorist Extraordinaire

When it comes to color and style for her clients, Briana Clark is a perfectionist on a mission. Briana is known for exceeding the expectations of her diverse set of clientele, as she seamlessly transitions between a wide range of styles. From effortlessly customizing a natural look to creating va-va voom stage hair for musicians and artists, Briana consistently achieves amazing results.

Elese Rose - Salon Director

Elese Rose

Salon Director & Customer Service Maven

Leaving no detail unturned, ROAR’s customer service maven, Elese Rose is a perfectionist in every way. Elese came to ROAR excited to be part of a salon that delivers the caliber of customer experience that matches her own expectations.

As Salon Director, Elese oversees the day-to-day management and reputation of the salon from managing the customer engagement program to the front desk staff, business development, and marketing.