Meet the Staff
Pam
I grew up right here in Byron, MN, graduating from BHS in 1979. In 1982, I opened Satin & Silks Bridal & Formal Wear, which has since evolved through four expansions into what we now proudly call The Prom Shop. I love running The Prom Shop because every year brings something fresh – from new dress styles and shop decor to the ever-changing world of social media. It’s a constant journey to ensure our customers have the best experience possible!
What I Love About This Year’s Styles
This year, it’s all about the fabric! I’m drawn to the classic silhouettes crafted in fresh materials for Prom 2025, like shiny lamés, stretch jerseys, chiffons, and satins. We’re seeing more strapless designs, wrapped bodices, and bows, along with gorgeous new colors – sage green, silvers, golds, vintage blues, and oranges. It’s an exciting season for prom fashion!
Why I Love What I Do
Every day at The Prom Shop, I get to witness something truly special. Families and friends come together in their busy lives to share laughter and make memories while helping someone find the perfect dress. It’s a joy to see their excitement and connection, creating moments they’ll cherish forever. Now, I even have the honor of helping mothers I once served as prom-goers find dresses for their daughters. It’s a full-circle experience that makes this job so rewarding.
Colleen
Hi! I’ve worked here at The Prom Shop for over 8 years now and I still love every day of it. My favorite thing to see at the shop is the girls faces lighting up after they find the perfect dress of their dreams.
As for styles I am partial to one piece dresses with a fuller skirt. I love the portrait necklines matched with bigger chunky stone earrings. One of our newest accessory items that has definitely caught my attention is the belts, it completely changes the look of a dress if you add one of our new rhinestone belts. Talk about bringing a dress up a notch! Well I’m a mom so i believe in comfortable shoes and a hairstyle to match the look of the dress.
One tip of advice for prom girls…...This is your prom! You don’t need to get your dates approval unless he is paying for your dress. He should have to wait to see you on the day of your prom it will make it that much more special.
Some of my favorite shoppers are the dads who come in to shop with their daughters and how they will sometimes tear up when they see their little girls in the perfect dress.
Lastly, I am so proud of our staff at the Prom Shop as they all really do care about helping each girl find that “perfect dress” and they all know the stock so well they will search the store high and low looking for that one perfect dress they know will be the one!
Jodi
Hi my name is Jodi Klocke; this is my second year at The Prom Shop. I am a Wife and working Mom of 2 grown children, who was looking for something fun to do to make the winter months go by faster. I have to admit that when I was looking for a second job at the Prom Shop, sewing wasn’t on my mind! However, I guess things work out for a reason; because I love it. That’s right, folks, you will rarely see me out front; as I will be in the back mending and sewing on those lovely dresses that you have come to love. Some people exercise or read a book for therapy…… I play with sequins, beads, threads, needles and even glue for mine!
Betty Ann
Hello, I'm Betty Ann, and I'm very pleased to join the Prom Shop as the store Greeter. I am a wife and a mother to two grown children and work fulltime in Rochester weekdays. This job is definitely a wonderful opportunity to work, have fun and make the winter go by faster. I just love being part of the wonderful staff at The Prom Shop where I get to assist our clients with their shopping experience. I am responsible for greeting each and every shopper and guest, explaining the organization of the dresses, and assisting them in getting registered into our store computer system. This enables a more organized and efficient shopping experience. I will help to match you up with one of our delightful sales associates , check you in for your appointment, or get you in line for a fitting room . I also assist in returning the dresses back to the floor as quickly as we can. Each and every staff member here takes great care of these fabulous gowns in order to be sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. My favorite parts of the job are meeting people from so many places and seeing the excitement in everyone as they shop . It is a great pleasure to help everyone who shops at The Prom Shop and see the excitement when each girl finds their perfect dress.