Lauren Long - Founder
Meet Lauren Long, the Founder & CEO of The Nail Academy! Lauren founded The Nail Academy in January 2020. She created the academy with the intention to teach the artistry and business of the nail industry. After opening two nail salons, taking various industry courses, teaching all of her employees & hundreds of students; Lauren has proven herself as a leader in education within the industry.
Lauren is a Licensed Master Educator through the State Board of Cosmetology, as well as an ambassador for nail industry expert Valentino Beauty Pure.
Lauren loves sharing her 15+ years of experience and knowledge! She genuinely enjoys watching her staff and students grow & glow within the industry!
Natalie Falcone - Lead Nail Stylist
Meet Natalie Falcone, Lead Nail Tech & Nail Art Guru for Lalas Salon and Spa!
“For almost 10 years, nail art was simply a hobby until my sister randomly suggested I go to beauty school. When I started working almost 4 years ago, I quickly realized that this is truly my passion. I love the relationships that I can build with my clients through nail art and I’ve learned that with practice and patience, anything is possible!”
Natalie has been a staple with LaLa’s Salon & Spa since the beginning, and an Educator for The Nail Academy for years! She is famous for her intricate Nail Art and is excited to share her expertise with you!