Jay Michael, 59, Bala Cynwyd
Owner, Jay Michael Salon & Spa
» Profession: I cut hair, which can be kind of unusual for owners who have multiple locations. But I’d never get away from the chair. I have a passion, and I can’t pull myself away from it.
» Coolest thing about his job: The people.
» Last thing he read: Keith Richards’ Life. You get a different impression about what he’s really like. He’s actually kind of a normal guy.
» Last thing he ate that he loved: Food is not a real major passion in my life, but I love junk. Ice cream is probably at the top of the list, and I love Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Monkey.
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» Role models: Vidal Sassoon or Frédéric Fekkai. They were pioneers in my business and created brands, which is a really difficult thing to do.
» Perfect vacation: I’m not the lay-on-the-beach guy, so Paris or London.
» What he likes most about himself: My optimism in life and in business. I’m blessed with a kind of personality where it’s hard to get me down.
» Pet peeve: Negative people.
» Country or rock? Rock. I love the Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Coldplay.
» Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup … on everything.
