Mario Tricoci

Mario Tricoci is a hairstylist and owner of salons in Chicago, Illinois.

Background Mario Tricoci grew up in Cosenza, Italy. He, along with his wife, Cheryl, now runs the Chicago-based Tricoci Salon & Spa.

Career

Early years Mario Tricoci's interest in hair started when he was in his youth. As a young adult, Tricoci worked as an apprentice at the local salon in Italy. Soon, Tricoci's talent in the cosmetology industry was recognized, and in 1966, Tricoci won Best Hairdresser at what is now the American Beauty Show.

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture He opened the first Tricoci University in 2004 which has grown to a total of 16 universities today. These universities are founded on teaching students how to be professionals in the beauty world. They teach about professionalism, being ethical, and teach cosmetology and aesthetics.

The Fashion World With Tricoci's beauty expertise, he has worked as a judge and on the board of directors for America's Beauty Show. This show could be considered one of Tricoci's major accomplishments. Each year, this show brings $60.2 million and 60,000 visitors to the Chicago area. Being on this board, Tricoci helps regulate what requirements are necessary to obtain a cosmetology license, and he also educates students and professionals on styles and techniques in the Chicago fashion industry.

Though Tricoci has a very European style, At the very end of the competition, Mario Tricoci decides which model will win the contract with Factor, a modeling agency.

Tricoci has also paired up with Vitaminwater in the past, and they have sponsored InspireDesign, a Chicago fashion show.