Beauty Academy in Windsor, Colorado

Kendra Waterhouse serves as the Director of Elevate Academy, bringing more than 20 years of experience in business operations, leadership, and organizational development. Throughout her career, she has worked alongside business owners to build successful organizations from the ground up, overseeing everything from facility development and financial management to strategic planning, team leadership, and long-term growth. Her passion has always been helping businesses, and the people within them, reach their fullest potential.

At Elevate Academy, Kendra's role extends far beyond daily operations. She is passionate about creating an environment where every student feels welcomed, supported, and empowered from the day they enroll through graduation. Whether someone is beginning their first career, changing professions, or pursuing a lifelong dream, Kendra is committed to helping each student build confidence, develop professionalism, and realize their full potential. She believes success in the beauty industry requires more than technical skills; it also requires resilience, communication, accountability, and a strong understanding of the business side of the industry.

Kendra works closely with students throughout their educational journey, providing encouragement, guidance, and individualized support as they develop both personally and professionally. She strives to create a positive, respectful culture where students feel comfortable asking questions, overcoming challenges, and celebrating their accomplishments. Every student deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, and her goal is to ensure they have the tools, resources, and confidence to succeed both inside the classroom and long after graduation.

One of Kendra's greatest passions is preparing students for lasting careers, not just licensure. She believes beauty professionals are entrepreneurs, brand builders, and future leaders in the industry. Through education in client communication, retail sales, marketing, personal branding, financial responsibility, professionalism, career development, and business fundamentals, she helps students graduate with the confidence and knowledge needed to thrive in today's beauty industry.

As Director, Kendra is committed to maintaining a culture built on integrity, kindness, accountability, and excellence. She believes students learn best in an environment where they are challenged, encouraged, and genuinely cared for. At Elevate Academy, education is highly personalized through small class sizes, one-on-one mentorship, and hands-on instruction. Students are more than a number; they become part of a community invested in their growth and committed to helping them achieve their goals.