The MHOB Team
Mateo Ambrose Leonardo
AMBASSADOR OF BEAUTY | MEDICAL ESTHETICIAN | COSMETOLOGIST | CP-OWNER
Mateo specializes in personalized hair design, color, and advanced skin treatments. His work blends precision with restraint, resulting in refined, natural-looking outcomes tailored to each client.
With experience spanning editorial, tour, and private client work, Mateo began his career backstage at Fashion Week with Paulina Porizkova, followed by seven years touring with Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band. He has also worked with artists including Billy Joel, Gwen Stefani, Ricky Martin, and Adele.
In addition to hairstyling, Mateo is a certified esthetician with a focus on radio frequency skin therapy and non-invasive rejuvenation techniques.
His approach is calm, attentive, and detail-driven—centered on listening, subtlety, and personalized care.
JT Leonardo
CO-OWNER | BRAND STRATEGY & OPERATIONS
JT Leonardo is the Co-Owner of Mateo House of Beauty, where he oversees the company's brand strategy, marketing, and operations. Working alongside his husband and business partner, Mateo Ambrose Leonardo, he focuses on creating exceptional client experiences while continually refining the systems that support the business behind the scenes.
With more than 30 years of experience in creative direction, branding, and strategic marketing, JT has built a career helping organizations communicate with clarity and purpose. Today, he is dedicated to growing Mateo House of Beauty through thoughtful marketing, streamlined operations, and distinctive client experiences that reflect the company's commitment to quality, innovation, and personalized care.
Dr. Brenda Balch
LICENSED MEDICAL SPA CLINICIAN
Dr. Balch oversees the medical spa operations, clinical protocols, and client safety. She reviews all treatment plans and consent processes, ensuring that services are delivered safely, ethically, and with appropriate care.
Her expertise includes radio frequency and IPL technologies, with a focus on skin tightening, resurfacing, and corrective treatment. She provides clinical oversight and guidance for the studio’s advanced aesthetic services.
Dr. Balch’s role emphasizes thoughtful evaluation, personalized care, and safe treatment outcomes for every client.