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36 The Colorist | NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2014 | thecoloristmag.com ➻ alan randall d { ALOXXI } was a fresh Aveda Institute grad when he landed a job as a stylist at The Salon in Ames, Iowa, and began working for a tool company. Three years later he started using Aloxxi products, and his hair artistry truly kicked in. So much so, in fact, that for the past two years, Alan has been creating stunning looks with the Aloxxi team at hair shows across the United States. Perhaps when you've spent your life sporting a thick crop of russet- hued hair, you understand how hair color turns heads. We can't wait to see what his future holds. OUR RISING STARS HAIL FROM SALONS BOTH LARGE AND SMALL IN CITIES AS DIVERSE AS NEW YORK, CHICAGO, HOUSTON AND AUSTIN. ASIDE FROM THEIR PASSION FOR HAIR COLOR, THEY HAVE SOMETHING ELSE IN COMMON: A DRIVE TO RAISE THE BAR FOR EVERYONE ELSE. U N D E R We've been on the lookout all year for up-and-coming young colorists age 30 and under, who have what it takes to make it to the top. Think of them as the next generation of gifted colorists with as much passion as Chrystofer Benson, John Simpson or Fabio Sementilli, and join us in congratulating them for being singled out by salon owners and manufacturers, who recognize talent when they see it. list of hot young tale nt ➻ jessica nelson j { WELLA PROFESSIONALS } began working for Mario Tricoci in Chicago 10 years ago. Since then she's become a Future Professional Educator and an Advance Skills Educator with the company. "I love color and feel so incredibly blessed that I've found a career that resonates with me," says Jessica, who is a member of Cosmetologists Chicago. Being open to change is key for this gifted colorist, who is convinced that if you close yourself off you stop growing and your art dies. Grateful for the mentors in her life, Jessica believes that becoming an educator herself is a way to pay it forward. "The meaning of life is to f nd your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away," she says, paraphrasing Pablo Picasso. 36 The Colorist | NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2014 | thecoloristmag.com