Founder/Owner/Operator
Katherine Duggan

Katherine is the founder, sole owner and operator of JustGents. Her vision of providing an upscale male exclusive environment where the professional man can go to receive the ultimate in salon and spa services finally became to a reality when the doors opened on March 3, 2008. At last, the men of Sarasota no longer have to sit next to their neighbor's wife or their sister's girlfriends while attending to their grooming needs.

As an executive, managing companies for some of the most reputable homebuilders in the area, Katherine has helped to build hundreds of homes throughout Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties. When it became obvious that the construction industry was crumbling,

Katherine decided to venture into a new industry and as a result JustGents was born.

As a resident of Sarasota for more than 25 years, Katherine stays active and enjoys the area's natural beauty. She loves, walking, boating and meeting new people. Katherine has been a long time real estate investor in Sarasota and she has held a Florida real estate license for 10 years.

Her greatest joy in life is traveling to tropical islands around the world

Spa Coordinator
Vivian Vesely

Vivian is the Salon Coordinator with over 30 years in the Customer Service industry. Vivian has worked for a national grocery chain for 20 years. She resigned in 2005 so that she could stay home to raise her teenage children. She began working for JustGents just prior to it's inception.

Vivian moved to Sarasota in 1985 from Detroit, Michigan. She has been married to her husband Mark for 22 years and have 3 wonderful teenage children. Vivian enjoys spending time with her children, going to the beach, watching sports and attending concerts.

Barber/Hair Stylist
Pamela Hawkins

Pamela is an Executive Barber Stylist with over 13 years experience in contemporary hair styles for men. She is also our straight razor shave expert. Pamela was trained at Roffler School of Hair Design which is known to be one of the top schools in the United States for Cosmetology and Barbery services.

Before coming to JustGents, Pamela owned and managed her own salon. Pamela understands the importance of providing the highest quality of personalized services and she keeps an open mind to new and innovative  techniques that help to enhance her techniques. Pamela chose JustGents because of the one-of-a-kind concept BarberSpa
 

Pamela enjoys cycling, dancing, boxing, the theater, and gardening. Her favorite hobbies include boating, traveling, working out and anything under the sun.

Hair Designer
Carol Fields

Carol brings her 40 years behind-the-chair experience to JustGents. She specializes in zero fades, tapers, flat tops, blowouts, line-ups, camaflog color and GQ designs. Carol cuts the hair dry, before washing! Carol has trained with numerous expert hair designers from California to New York.

Carol loves the outdoors, sunsets at the beach and biking. She has two children, David and Melissa and adores her two grandbabies, Chloe and  Jordan. Her dream is to stay happy and healthy. Carol chose to work for JustGents because of our State of the Art services just for men!

Nail Technician
Chelsea Erickson

As a licensed nail Technician, Chelsea specializes in hand and foot detailing for men. She enjoys learning and one of her hobbies is to explore the different nail treatments used in other countries. Chelsea is very detailed oriented which allows her to provide our clients with a one of a kind experience. Chelsea trained at the Meridian Career Institute and is licensed to provide services in the State of Florida.

Chelsea wears two hats at JustGents. When she is not providing nail treatments you may find her greeting you at the Reception Desk when you come through the door. Chelsea is a Sarasota native and has two dogs; Moose and Klaus.

Massage Therapist, Aesthetician
Jennifer Allgaier

Jennifer is multi-talented as a Massage Therapist and Aesthetician. She trained at the Sarasota School of Massage Therapy and at Manatee  Technical Institute. Jennifer/s massage techniques incorporate her training with several modalities of massage including neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, structural integration, aromatherapy, reflexology and hot stone massage. She is also an expert at providing sea salt body scrubs and mud wrap body treatments.

Her other specialties include men's skin care and hair removal. Jennifer offers a variety of facial procedures including, but not limited to,

 Deep Cleansing Facials, Anti-Aging treatments and Glycolic Peels. She also is trained in numerous hair removal techniques including manzillan waxing for men.

Jennifer's goal is to become a Teacher so that she can share her passion with others. She would also like to begin working in the  management side of the business and hopes to one day own her own Day  Spa. Jennifer moved to Sarasota from Michigan 17 years ago. She enjoys reading, dancing and home remodeling. She lives with her husband, 3 cats, 3 dogs, 2 parrots and fish.

Massage Therapist, Aesthetician, Nail Technician
Bonnie Foster

Bonnie is multi-talented as a Massage Therapist, Aesthetician and Nail Technician. She specializes in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage and she is currently working towards certification in Thai massage. She also specializes in men's skincare, hair removal, aromatherapy and hand/foot detailing. Bonnie refers to herself as an organic kinda girl. She has a level 1 certification in Herbal Studies and an extensive background in Ayurvedic Medicine.

Bonnie is a unique lady. She loves to sew, knit, cook, spend time outdoors, and she constantly strives to improve herself. She has three wonderful children and has been married

to her husband, Derrick for 19 years.  Her family's dream is to eventually relocate to Nova Scotia where she plans to continue her successful career.

Bonnie joined JustGents because she loved the concept and she also loves being a part of a team who supports and listens to each other. She relishes the opportunity to utilize all her skills and training here.

Massage Therapist, Aesthetician
Gosha Kowalczyk

Gosha moved to the United States from Poland where she studied and practiced physical therapy. She brings to JustGents 13 years of hands-on experience and is multi-talented as both a massage therapist and  aesthetician. Gosha has traveled and worked in various cultures which have helped her to combine both mechanical and spiritual techniques with  her treatments. Gosha also has experience in Thai Massage, Hawaiian Lomi  Lomi Massage, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, and Myofascial Release as well a  massage specific to injuries. Gosha will tell you that she can take your  pains away, calm your spirit, make your face glow as well as rid you of your unwanted hair.

Gosha enjoys Salsa dancing, reading, walking and watching movies. She  lives with her 4 year old cat. She is focused on providing the highest  level of excellence in everything she does. Gosha believes that it is  important for men to be able to come to a place where they can be groomed in a masculine setting that is relaxing and comfortable.

Massage Therapist
Jason Sands

Jason has been a licensed Massage Therapist in the State of Florida for over 3 years. His massage techniques are most renowned for restoring  normal function to the muscles which helps to eliminate pain and offers  relief for the deepest levels of dysfunction without painful manipulation. Jason joined JustGents because he found an outlet to offer a male's advice on health and to share his unique massage treatment.

Jason is also an amateur photographer and artist. He is the father of  four, (three daughters and one son) and aspires to be the World's Greatest Dad. He also enjoys networking, traveling and cooking.

Jason is currently attending school to become a Doctor of Acupuncture and plans to open an alternative health clinic in the near future. Jason's motto is: "Exercise the courage to do right even if it is unpopular."

Shoe Shine
John Hughes

As a life-time resident of Sarasota, John began his career working for the popular Checkers Restaurant. After four years of dedicated service he declined a promotion to management and pursued working in the construction industry. John's favorite job, until he joined JustGents, was when he performed demo work and installed drop ceilings.

John is laid back and easy going and is proud to say that he owns his own home outright. He is passionate about playing video games and has played them all since he was a child. His goal is to work hard, be successful, make millions, and retire!

Although some would say that the Shoe-Shiner is a dying breed, John knows better. In today's tough times everyone wants to preserve and conserve. John promises that he will give you the best shoe shine  possible to make those scruffy shoes like new. Satisfaction guaranteed!