Rocco Sesti
Rocco has been in the hair industry for over 16 years. He is the head stylist and proud owner of Rocksie Hair Studio. Out of the numerous salons and spas he has been employed at in the Pittsburgh area, he is most proud of what he and Susie have built at Rocksie Hair Studio since 2007.
Continuing education is key at Rocksie, and all employed stylists are Wella-brand certified professionals. This talented staff loves providing their guests with the most trend-setting and fashion-forward hair styles. Specialties such as Keratin treatments, Brazilian Blowouts and hair extensions are often paired with haircuts and color to enhance clientele experience and ensure satisfaction of all guests.
Rocco is married to co-owner Susie with three children.
Susie Sesti
Susie is owner and hair stylist at Rocksie Hair Studio and says she loves the creativity of her profession and treasures the relationships she develops with her clients. With more than two decades of experience in the salon industry, Susie worked at high-end salons in the greater Pittsburgh area prior to opening Rocksie in 2007. Wella-certified in color, cutting and styling, Susie specializes in creative up-do styles, corrective color, bayalage and multi-toning colors to achieve either a natural or high-contrast outcome. She enjoys continuing her education in order to learn the newest techniques and trends.
You can just tell they all have a special place in Susie’s world as she says, “One of the best and most fun parts of my job is every client is different and they all want to achieve something unique. I take pride in educating my clients how to achieve shiny, healthy hair and maintain their individual styles.”
Married to co-owner, Rocco, Susie is a blessed mother of three beautiful children, Laiken, Rocco III and Milo — and a sassy pup named Stella.
Kathy Sedlack
Kathy has been a stylist with Rocksie Hair Studio since 2008. After being in the industry for 44 years, attending many hair shows and countless continuing education classes, she settles her focus on the client. “I always pay particular attention to their personal requests and concerns for their style, color and condition of their hair,” she says. “There is nothing more exciting and satisfying than seeing the client in my chair with a big smile and responding ‘I love it! You have made my day!’ ”
Kathy believes we all have a special beauty and a great hair style and color only compliment it more … And that’s what keeps her inspired.
Kim Wojciechowski
Kim's career has spanned over 20 years in the business. She rejoins the team at Rocksie Hair Studio after taking some time off to raise her two kids.
Her passion for being behind the chair has been a life long dream of hers. She has been educated on various hair cut techniques, color, product knowledge and formal hairstyles.
Kim specializes in hair color, foil techniques, balayage, hair cuts, waxing and pedicures. She listen to her to clients wants and needs to make them feel comfortable while in her chair. She enjoys using her knowledge to create exactly what her guests are envisioning. Earning the smiles from her guest is priceless.
“Self-confidence is the best outfit, rock it, own it. You deserve to feel beautiful.”
Kayla Spurk
Kayla has been styling hair for three and a half years. She loves working with all hair types, but her specialty is blonding.
Kayla knew she wanted to work in the hair industry because she values the relationships she's made with clients, and she finds joy in delivering the style they've always dreamed of while making them feel safe and comfortable in her chair.
Gabby Minto
Gabby got her cosmetology license from Bella Capelli Academy in 2021 because she believes her purpose in life is to uplift and instill confidence in the people around her.
Her career has allowed her to achieve that purpose every day while also forming connections with the people in her chair. Gabby finds her job most rewarding when she's creating a comfortable and safe space for her clients while also helping their vision come to life. She is excited to continue helping her clients make their dream style a reality.
Savanna English
Savanna graduated from North Hills Beauty Academy with her license in cosmetology. She has three years of experience working as a nail technician.
Savanna has been passionate about doing nails since she was young. One of her favorite parts of her job is getting to combine creativity and attention to detail to design beautiful, customized sets for every client she meets.
Savanna specializes in structured gel manicures, gel manicures and dry pedicures. She especially enjoys offering dry pedicures because they provide a more hygienic experience by minimizing water exposure while still delivering beautiful, long-lasting results.
From detailed nail art to timeless, elegant solid colors, Savanna truly enjoys creating nails that reflect each client's unique style. Whether her clients are looking for something bold and trendy or classic and sophisticated, she makes it her goal to provide a luxurious, relaxing experience where they can unwind, feel pampered and leave with nails they'll love. She looks forward to welcoming new clients to her chair to bring their vision to life.