Niki Sparks

Finance Director

Niki has been in the industry since 2001. She attended Plaza Beauty School in Memphis, Tennessee and chose this industry because of the creativity and freedom of expression. Niki’s proudest moment is seeing each student graduate, become licensed, and get their first job!

At Aveda Institute Portland,

you won’t just learn your craft— you’ll grow your skills through real-world experiences with:

Aveda educators dedicated to creating a supportive, professional learning environment for every student.
Hybrid learning model that blends live, interactive online classes and in-person, hands-on training
With flexible schedules, it’s easy to fit Cosmetology, Esthiology, and Hair Design programs into your life

See Where Your Journey Begins!

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