Meet the Administration
Samantha Williams | Jen Krouwer | Lindsey Hoffman | Kristy Scott | Hillary Hilliard
Samantha Williams
Student Services Coordinator
Samantha is a recent graduate of the SBMA Aesthetics program and is on her way to earning her license. HOORAY! She is a Colorado native who LOVES living in Denver and is proud to work at a local school. As the Student Services Coordinator, Samantha really enjoys being a major point of contact for all students, working with students is her favorite part! Having switched career paths herself she understands the importance of being a supportive presence for students getting their education. Working in student services allows her to be and in communication with students throughout their entire experience. Samantha is here to help all students regarding internships, absences, makeup classes, tuition and more! Always up to a challenge, her experience in management taught her to work hard, multitask, lead by example, take challenges in stride and keep her sense of humor intact. “I was a student of the school before becoming part of the staff, so I truly understand and value the experience our students have with us and I want to make it as fantastic as possible!” Please stop by to say hi! Samantha loves connecting with students and can’t wait to see you around the school!
Jen Krouwer
Assistant Director of Admissions & Administration
Jen is a current Herbalism Roots student, where she is nurturing her love of plants and expanding her knowledge of their incredible ability to promote beauty and healing inside and out. She has been in Denver for about 2 years and has always had a passion for learning and holistic wellness. She is honored to share that passion with the student community at DIMS. With over 7 years in the administrative and logistics field, Jen feels at home with the exciting fast-pace of admissions, and is thrilled to be supporting students that are following their hearts to pursue their dreams! When Jen isn’t at DIMS, she can be found either spoiling her two cats, reading, cooking, hiking, or learning to play guitar!
Lindsey is a current student of the Holistic Nutrition Therapy program. She is a North Carolina native who transplanted to Colorado for a new experience in the great outdoors. Lindsey is passionate about holistic wellness and is thrilled to be on the team at Denver Integrative Massage School! She is excited to work with this amazing community of students and teachers who are following their dreams! Lindsey comes from a background in site coordination and leadership in the childcare and summer camp fields. When she isn’t at the office you can find Lindsey dancing to her favorite songs, climbing a route at Clear Creek Canyon, or hiking with her dog somewhere in the mountains!
Kristy Scott
School Director
Kristy helps with Denver Integrative Massage School, School of Botanical and Medical Aesthetics and Herbalism Roots. Kristy is a graduate of the Denver Integrative Massage School and the Herbalism Root’s programs and proud to be a part of these incredible programs. She’s always had a passion for health and wellness, and bodywork is what she knew she should be doing. As a student, she knew this was a unique school and that she wanted to be a part of it. She believes in it wholeheartedly. Kristy has the pleasure of working directly with the students and clinic clients on a daily basis, helping organize events, and keeping everything in order behind the scenes. Along with working at the school, Kristy has her own Thai Yoga Massage practice.
Hillary Hilliard
Executive Director & Founder
Hillary is the founder and executive director of this Aesthetics program, as well as both sister programs: The Denver Integrative Massage School and the Herbalism Roots program. Hillary has been practicing Thai Yoga Massage for over twelve years and has been teaching for over a decade. Hillary has had extensive training in Thailand, and her practice and teaching draw from her Thai Yoga Massage studies as well as her work with a local Physical Therapist. Hillary is a Licensed Massage Therapist in Colorado, a Registered Thai Therapist, and a Registered Yoga Therapist. Early in Hillary’s massage practice, she worked at a medical spa in Denver, that introduced her to the world of Aesthetics, Skincare, and Beauty. In addition, Hillary is a Certified Herbalist and believes in the healing and nourishing properties of plant-based products and essential oils to soothe the skin. The School of Botanical & Medical Aesthetics is the child of Hillary’s various interests and passions–a fusion of both worlds: natural/botanical and medical/corrective. Both areas are needed to ensure proper treatment of all skincare conditions.