Our Authors

Anne Moratto’s well-rounded beauty career includes years in beauty public relations, beauty marketing, beauty manufacturing, and now, with MODERN SALON, in beauty publishing. The through-line has been an intense interest in all things beauty and a sincere appreciation for the skilled artists and entrepreneurs who make the industry so vital, compelling and creative. Anne, a native of Wisconsin, lives with her family in Los Angeles, and is MODERN SALON’s West Coast Beauty & Special Markets Editor

Nicole Johnson is a writer and editor with a special interest in the beauty industry. As a lifelong beauty client and a former receptionist for a large salon spa group, she has gained invaluable experience in the world of beauty. She now assists our Editors in Chief with all things content, including web and magazine content, social media and events.