Hair with Care

“Feeling good is great…but looking good is better,” is Carrie Sweeney’s motto. As the owner and cosmetologist of the four Hair with Care salons – two in Moorhead, Eventide and The Fairmont, – and two in West Fargo, – she has the experience and education to back up that claim.

A Georgetown, MN native, Sweeney explored several career options before focusing on cosmetology. She attended Moorhead Technical College (now Minnesota State Community & Technical College) and completed medical secretary training. She soon discovered that office administration was not quite what she was looking for. After exploring a few other career paths, she discovered her passion in cosmetology after graduating from MSUM in social work and gerontology (the study of the social, psychological and biological aspects of aging).

She began her career with B’s Salon in a north Moorhead basement. Sweeney attended and graduated from Rita’s Beauty School in 2004 and recognized the need for cosmetology services in senior care living facilities, putting her career and financial security on the line to become an independent business owner. She expresses a great deal of appreciation to the Eventide organization for their trust and confidence in her and for the opportunity to operate her first salon on their main campus. Because of this great working relationship, it has led to the opening of three other salons with a fourth planned later this year. The staff has grown to include ten employees.

As with many business owners, Sweeney understands that management skills and strong team building abilities are essential for success. In addition, she states that ongoing training and education are important keys for continued progress. It’s essential to stay current with the latest hair fashion trends and products, as well as new technology in hair repair, styling, and straightening products.

Sweeney’s passion for excellence includes a heavy dose of positive thinking in everyday living and methods of delivering great customer service. For example, many Moorhead residents comment about the delay caused by the numerous trains traveling through the city. Instead of being frustrated with the delay, Sweeney began to use the time to phone her dad for a daughter-father chat. The memories are even more precious today as her dad recently passed.

Sweeney noted that being in the cosmetology industry has many rewards. Many people, regardless of their age, gender, and profession are very particular about their hair. When they come for a haircut, coloring, or other service, they expect to look their best. Those solid customer relationships keep her services fresh and rewarding as it provides a continual opportunity to show the importance of looking and feeling good.

Carrie Sweeney

Owner/Cosmetologist

1013 Street North

Moorhead, MN 56560

701 361-2916

hairwithcare@hotmail.com