Courtney “Cody” Ainey is a New York based Stage and Film HMU Designer/Supervisor from New Orleans, La. She is eager to amplify storytelling through hair, committed to sharing her zest for life, and passion for styling all hair types – specifically natural textured hair. When the conversations arise that center the importance of Black Hairstylists in the Theater/Film industry, Cody desires to be the one who’s called. Her passions include learning more about film production, community advocacy & outreach, abstract acrylic painting, and gardening. 

The New Group: The Seagull/Woodstock NY, & Bernarda’s Daughter– Public Theater: Shadowland, and the highly acclaimed Fat Ham on Broadway. Cody is a licensed cosmetologist and graduate of Paul Mitchell Cosmetology.