Renee Severa of Burr Ridge is the owner of Shear Envy in Western Springs.
Q: What town did you grow up in?
A: Addison
Q: What was your first job?
A: McDonald’s
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Q: As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: A hair stylist
Q: What is your favorite part of the job?
A: Making people look good
Q: Who would play you in a movie about your life?
A: Reba McEntire. Even growing up, people said I looked like her, especially when my hair was shorter.
Q: What is your charity?
A: I work with a lot of charities, but I would probably say autism. I have friends with a child who is autistic.
Q: Favorite local store?
A: Casey’s. They have great sandwiches.
Q: Favorite local restaurant?
A: Mattone in La Grange Park. It has a great atmosphere, great food and a great chef.
Q: Interesting facts about yourself?
A: I like to knit and I’ve run four marathons.
Q: Do you have any children?
A: Three kids, Cody, Dustin and Zoie
Q: How about pets?
A: A dog, Beauty, and two cats
Do you play a musical instrument?
A: Not currently. I used to play the piano.
Q: Words of wisdom?
A: Enjoy living.
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Kevin Beese is a freelance writer for Pioneer Press.