In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition for the people, businesses and organizations that help make our city great. The team at KelownaNow.com is passionate about this community and the people that make it amazing. We want to show our friends, neighbours, family and colleagues that we notice them and the fabulous things that they do.
What is your name?
Nicole Pidherny
What do you always find yourself saying?
Too many swear words! – I'm working on it!!
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Jen Atkin. She is a celebrity stylist who just created her own haircare line and is CEO of Mane Addicts. I would ask a million questions!!
If you were to receive any existing public award, what award would you like to win?
We just entered a national colour competition called 'Colour Trophy' at this very moment I want to win this award.
Who inspires you?
My team, The L'Oreal Professional Canadian Portfolio artist team, and other young entrepreneurs working to achieve their goals.
What are three things on your bucket list?
I set a goal last year to do something every week that I was afraid of! I was able to check skydiving off my list.
1. Visit Africa and go on a Safari
2. Design my own clothing line
3. Learn how to scuba dive.
If you had an enormous yacht, what would you name it?
Apple Bottom
What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about my business, my team, being creative and being yourself. I want to inspire anybody to follow their dreams and work towards achieving goals. I am passionate about the beauty industry and I love being surrounded by creative minds all the time.
What has been your favourite day of your life, up to this point?
The first day I opened Pomme. It was also the most scary and stressful day but amazing.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Opening my own salon. Building a team of amazing women who build each other up and support each other.
Where is your favourite place to dine in Kelowna? What do you like about it?
RauDZ
What is your favourite activity or event in Kelowna? Why?
Riding my cruiser bike and I have a new found love of the amazing hidden hikes and waterfalls around the valley.
What is the name of your business/organization?
Pomme Salon
What does your business/organization do?
Hair – We are a beauty hub for Kelowna and strive to be an industry leading salon.
Where can people find you or your business online?
www.pommesalon.ca
Where can people find your business on Facebook?
Pomme Hair Salon
What is your Twitter account?
@pomme_salon
How do people connect with you on Instagram?
@Pomme_Salon
What is your mission?
'Where passion and creativity collide'
If you could achieve one thing within your field, what would it be?
I want to achieve too many things to name one. I would like to win the colour trophy, to have Pomme Salon published, and to become the market leading salon in the Okanagan.
Where do you want your business/organization to be in five years?
I want to be a market leading salon and the beauty hub of Kelowna. I want us to be an online platform for beauty and hair trends.
What three qualities do you feel that your business/organization exemplifies?
Team work;
Customer care and service;
Dedication to our craft.
What would you like to say to your employees/volunteers?
I love you. Without my team there is no #pommesquad. I value my team more than words and they are my family now. I am inspired by their talent every day. We have the best clients who are supportive and excited for our success.
If I could change one thing about Kelowna, it would be:
Larger bike paths along the lake.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
The supportive community! Our amazing lakes and landscape. And of course… the wineries. And Pomme Salon!
My nomination for the In Focus spotlight is:
Emily Collins of Top Polished Designs.
We encourage you to leave your comments and words of support below, and submit your own nomination by clicking HERE. You are also welcome to submit a form of your own by clicking HERE. Thank you, Kelowna!
