Monica Beard-Director of Operations, Business Development
Monica assisted in the takeoff and opening of Essential Earth in 2014 while completing her Masters degree in Social Work and Non-Profit Management. She went on to work in crisis behavioral health and social services. Recently, however, she made a career pivot to marry her social work, business and operations passions together back in the salon.  Sharing a similar dream with Ananda, Monica believes the salon is a place for connection, community and self-care. Monica supports the daily operations and growth of the business.  And as a passion project, Monica is bringing her years of leadership and experience in the field of mental health to develop a salon outreach program. 

Alicia Jiiminez Soto-Hairstylist & Lash Artist
Alicia has been a licensed stylist for 7 years. After graduation she focused primarily on bridal hair and makeup and eyelash artistry, eventually opening her own lash studio. Although her business was successful, she missed hair coloring and decided to find a salon that would help hone those skills. Alicia has two wonderful children and is close with her family. When not working you can find her with her kids. or at the gym.

Ananda Pablo- Owner/Master Stylist

Ananda has been in the industry for over 20 years. In 2013 she was diagnosed with an auto immune disorder caused by harmful chemicals. January 1, 2014 she opened Essential Earth Organic Salon. Ananda believes the salon is just the front for the true mission; changing women's lives.  Ananda  is a  certified master colorist and master stylist. She has also received multiple advanced certifications for color correction, extension application, thermal straightening, makeup and skin care. When she isn't in the salon you can find her coaching at the CrossFit gym, or spending time with her husband Roy and their two grandbabies.

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Kathi Johnny- Advanced Permanent Makeup Artist
Kathi started at the salon splitting her time as both a hairstylist and permanent makeup artist. She quickly found that her love for the latter out weighed her love for hair and she decided to focus solely on permanent cosmetics. Kathi is certified in microblading, permanent eyeliner, lip liner and lip blushing. She is known both for giving her client the perfect natural microbladed brows and gorgeous dramatic ombre brows. Kathi has a huge Tulalip family and is very involved with her two children and boyfriend.

​Amy Adams-Permanent Makeup Artist
Amy worked full time as a veterinarian technician before joining the team at Essential Earth. She now splits her time between the Vet's office and the salon. She specializes in powder brows and body slimming treatments, She loves spending one on one time with her human clients. Amy has 2 adult daughters and really enjoys traveling and concerts. Most evenings you can find her home with her husband and their 3 dogs.

Zanette Giesler-Esthetician
Zanette loves all things beauty, fashion and travel. After spending years in a less than fulfilling job, she decided to follow her heart and shift to a career in the skin care industry. Zanette specializes in advanced antiaging procedures and acne relief, as well as waxing and body treatments. You can always find Zanette offering to help with anything and everything, while wearing her huge smile. She is a firm believer in equal rights, loves animals, and the color pink:)