Creative Team

  • Tops Salon | Doug Yeagley

    Doug Yeagley

    FOUNDER/HAIR STYLIST

    Under the leadership of Doug Yeagley, Tops Salon has established itself as a leading salon in San Diego. Doug guides a talented team skilled in hair styling, manicures, pedicures, and various nail services.

    With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Doug has offered high-level styling services in Hawaii, Oregon, Michigan, and California. A cornerstone of his success is strong communication—listening to clients to build a meaningful rapport. This approach helps him create looks that align with each client's personality and lifestyle. Doug specializes in enhancing natural features through personalized color and style.

    Doug is known for his consistency, expertly replicating cuts that suit clients time after time. When clients seek a fresh look, he carefully analyzes their hair growth patterns and texture to craft a new image that rejuvenates their style.

    His training includes prestigious programs with Paul Mitchell in Honolulu, Vidal Sassoon in San Francisco, and Toni & Guy in Los Angeles. As the founder and creative director of Tops Salon, Doug has cultivated an environment that emphasizes personal service and showcases the work of local artists, offering a constantly evolving experience for guests.

    Doug is also a respected stylist, with a client list that includes several local celebrities. His passion extends to Tops Presents, an outdoor space behind the salon that hosts Cinema Under the Stars, beauty symposiums, and private events.

    With a vibrant creative vision, Doug continually explores new styles and exclusive options for his clients, ensuring a fresh and dynamic approach to hair and beauty.

  • Viki

    HAIR STYLIST

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    Viki loves personalized color and cuts. She uses Enjoy color and Enjoy hair care products. Initially trained by Vidal Sassoon, Viki also has advanced training with Enjoy, TiGi and Redken. She loves to attend hands-on seminars and classes to stay current. She is certified with Global Keratin and the Hot Heads extentions program. With 25 years experience, she loves watching hairstyles to continually evolve. Her goal is always to make her clients look and feel great!

  • Michael Mallory

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    I’ve been blessed to enjoy a lengthy career doing what I love. With a fine art background and a love for design, my compositional sense has matured overtime, and has allowed me to achieve a high level of understanding in regards to giving you the best hair ever. The techniques I’ve crafted make it possible for me to overcome most of the hair challenges many of us deal with. You will never feel rushed or not listen to when in my chair and the pleasure of serving you will be mine.

  • Valli Reed

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    Valli has been in the business for over 40 years. She is a full-time employee of Redken NYC, District Sales Educator, and Regional Training Manager for over 15 years. Stylist, 4 24, Acme, Indigo and Model Call. Color and hair cutting. Styling for occasion. I am Interested in Ikebana, music, food, and Art Alive. Call for a consultation and appointment (619) 316-3914

  • Lilia Marrero

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    Hair is my passion! Continuous education is my hobby, with 25+ years of being a licensed cosmetologist. I received my training at The Comb Institute for precision haircuts. I am a Certified Organic Colorist by Allnutrient. All Nutrient is a Sulfate-free, gluten-free, Paraben-free cruelty-free 100% vegan color line made in the USA.

  • Rebecca Long

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    I am a licensed cosmetologist in San Diego and have been behind the chair for almost 10 years. I graduated from California Hair Design Academy in La Mesa in October of 2014; and became licensed in November of 2014. Over the years I have assisted some amazing stylists, I’ve been a commission stylist, I was an educator for 2 years at CHDA for the new incoming freshman students and now I rent a chair at Tops Salon. Some of my favorite services I like to do on my clients are highlights/lowlights, blonding, root blending, long layered haircuts, men’s cuts, and blowouts, and I’m starting to take an interest in color corrections. I’ve been trained in the color line of l'oreal & redken. Please visit my hair Instagram page @beccadoeshair_1010 to see some of the work I’ve done. I am currently taking on new clients and would love to see you in my chair.

  • Rachel McDaniel

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    I am a highly experienced hairstylist with an impressive 25-year career in the industry. I received my training from renowned institution Tony and Guy, and currently collaborate with leading brands L'Oréal and INO, known for their Ammonia-free color line. As a traveling educator, I specialize in Haircuts, Color, and Extensions. My unique skill lies in customizing hair to achieve a natural look. With me, clients can expect exceptional results and a memorable salon experience. Accepted payment methods include Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

“Tops Salon is a mainstay and gem of Mission Hills. ”

- Taylor Swift