Emidio's love for the salon industry began in his grandfather's barbershop in Annapolis. He grew up watching his grandfather create a unique blend of precision haircuts and genuine camaraderie with his guests. Inspired by those experiences, Emidio decided to pursue a career as a stylist as early as middle school. A Master Barber Stylist since 1994, he worked locally as a stylist before opening Emidio Vincenzo ESCAPE with his wife, Kristen, in 2003. He dedicated a decade to educating stylists as a National Stage Artist, traveling around the United States to perform at industry trade shows as well as educating stylist teams in their salons. Emidio Vincenzo ESCAPE is a "teaching" salon, and Emidio continues to educate up and coming stylists as a coach and mentor to new talent in the industry. Emidio's passion can be felt both behind his chair and leading the salon team, where he inspires the pursuit of excellence. He is a devoted father, spending time away from the salon engaged in family activities and seeking a creative outlet in the kitchen where he enjoys cooking for family and friends.

Reflecting over 20 years in the industry, Kristen's passion and experience are diverse and continually evolving. First a licensed makeup artist, her education with Chanel, Lancome and Christian Dior gave her the opportunity to work with renowned industry leaders. The expertise she gained allowed for a smooth transition into her next role as a corporate cosmetic/salon buyer. A desire to connect on a more intimate level with people and a passion for skin led her to Esthetics. A Von Lee graduate with over 15 years in the field, she has learned a great deal about maximizing a guest's experience and results. Kristen believes "skin and nails are a true barometer for a person's state of being; health, stress, nutrition, and even emotions can all affect the skin," so she has adopted a holistic approach to meeting her guest's skincare needs. That open-minded philosophy coupled with an innate sensitivity was instrumental in her later becoming a Reiki Master and Certified Angel Card Reader. Kristen's unique approach allows her to create a personal and memorable experience for each guest. A dedicated mom to her daughter, Kristen spends her time away from ESCAPE connecting with family and friends.

Emma discovered the power of beauty when she was a young teenager. It helped ground her, grow her confidence, and express her creativity. She has always loved nurturing and caring for people. In high school, she started makeup artist jobs for friends, classmates and family friends. At the end of high school, while she was considering future possibilities, she discovered the esthetics industry and was sold. Emma has been working in the beauty industry since 2019 and became a licensed esthetician in 2020. During her time in retail, she developed an extensive knowledge of skincare ingredients, brand marketing and different beauty trends. She uses her education, training and passion to care for her guests and give them a “wow” experience every time. When she is not working, she spends her time with friends and family. She also enjoys doing yoga and meditation, watching a good Netflix series or going on adventures with her dog, Onyx, around her community.