About Us

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Agency will set the standard for developing, advancing, and educating while ensuring the safety and protection of the Commonwealth. We will respond to emerging industry trends and issues, an​d implement appropriate regulatory strategies, striving to promote continued growth.​

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Board Members​​

Kerry Harvey

Consumer

Melissa Anderson

Esthetician

Michael Carter

Nail Technician

Mickey Hobbs - Secretary

Salon Owner

Lindsey Morgan- Chair

Salon Owner

Lianna Nguyen - Vice Chair

School Owner

Alicia Stigall

Technical Education


​​Administrative Sta​ff​​​

Joni Upchurch

Executive Director
502-564-4262
kbc@ky.gov
Collaborates with KBC Board members and legal team. Manages administrative and field staff to implement plans and achieve goals.

Kassidy Catron

Administrative Executive Secretary
502-564-4262
kbc@ky.gov
Responds to KBC emails, assist with general questions, examination inquires, prepares meeting agenda and coordinates future events.

Tanya M Shrout

Executive Staff Advisor
502-782-0773
tanyam.shrout@ky.gov
Assist in navigating complex challenges ranging from applications, payments and hour submission, multi-system database administrator.

Maxine McDonald

Administrative Specialist Senior
502-782-0775
maxine.mcdonald@ky.gov
Manages applications such as Out of state, Military and Specialty Permits. Issues Certifications for transferring students/licensees.

Nick Van Over

Administrative Supervisor; Compliance and salon licensing
502-782-0778
nick.vanover@ky.gov
Manages field inspectors, delegates complaints, reviews salon inspection/investigations and prepares responses for Board review.

Lea Ann Brewer

Administrative Specialist Senior
502-782-0776
leaann.brewer@ky.gov
Handles day to day operations with educational institutions to ensure hours and enrollments are in compliance.

Emily Hampton

Administrative Specialist Senior
502-782-3146
emily.hampton@ky.gov
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Stephanie Ledford

Fiscal Manager
502-782-0777
stephanie.ledford@ky.gov
Oversees and prepares budgets, contracts and controls financial resources for KBC. Assist with financial issues and staff management.

Eden D Stephens

General Counsel
502-564-4262
kbc@ky.gov
Legal adviser to KBC