About me
Ida is a licensed cosmetologist and cosmetology educator with three decades' of industry experience. After successfully working in the salon for many years, Ida moved into education where she fulfilled many roles, including Admissions, Instructor, Financial Aid, Accreditation, and Director of Education over multiple campuses. Her wide range of knowledge has made her a well-rounded educator. She is also the recipient of the Nicholas F. Cimaglia Educator of the Year award.
Ida is a published author, having contributed to the revision of Milady Standard Cosmetology 14th Edition and Professional Educator 4th Edition (formerly Master Educator). Over the past 17 years, in addition to her full-time position, she has traveled the United States and Canada to facilitate Master Educator classes and has also presented at national conferences such as CEA and NACCAS. Teaching is one of Ida's greatest passions—a passion that's reflected in her classroom presentations.