Where are you from and what brought you to Arizona? I am originally from Idaho. I moved to Arizona in 2011. I wanted to move to a warmer climate and had visited Arizona in the past. I fell in love with the desert and the warmer weather.
What’s your hidden talent or random unknown fact about you? I worked at the Men’s prison in Idaho and kickboxed in my 20s.
What are 3 items you can’t live without? Sleep (as I don’t get much), pets, me-time and my family.
Where would your dream house be and what are some must have features? I live in my dream house- simple with outdoor privacy and views. My ultimate would be a beach house overlooking the ocean with an outdoor tub, pool and rooftop deck.
What’s your superpower? My intuition.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Lean into the uncomfortable.
What community organization are you passionate about and why? Streetlight USA- I was a troubled teen and can relate to some of the heartache-nobody boys, girls…..should ever be treated with ownership or inhumane. I also support USVets Phx as my son is in Army Airborne and I believe the Veterans are the true heroes.
What’s your business? I am the owner of Velocity Stylebar, a local blow dry bar/style bar in Arcadia.
What makes you and your business different? I started with the concept and vision of Community and it has progressed from there and stayed. Velocity stylebar, a place where you can relax, be spoiled, and let your hair down. Paradise Valley resident owned and operated and located in Arcadia/Phoenix on the corner of 44th street and Indian School Road. We are a Blow Dry Bar with hairstylists that provide blowouts, braids, event styling, makeup, facials and waxing. Velocity Stylebar does not provide coloring or chemical services, however we are available to provide all your hair styling necessities. We are a Cruelty Free, Vegan hair salon, so no testing on Fur Babies! We also supply services for special events like baby showers, that out of town flight or your special day. Even if you do not have a special event, it is a terrific way to get that runway look and feel without the expense of spending hours in a salon. We do provide online, walk-in and phone call scheduling in addition, to accommodate your scheduling needs. Velocity Stylebar carries hair care products and gift cards that are available for purchase.
How can people support your business or community organizations? You may find us on the Vagaro app, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Feel free to contact us and ask about our memberships and packages.Click on our Linktree for our community organizations we support. We offer Memberships, Gift Cards, Packages….word of mouth is huge!
Connect with Mendy on Instagram at @velocitystylebar and @arcadiaazlife
Book your appointments at Velocity here.
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