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Live Fashion Hair Brings 2026 Awards to New York and Tenerife

Live Fashion Hair will unite beauty professionals from more than 30 countries across two international events, celebrating creativity in hairdressing, barbering, styling and nail artistry.

Live Fashion Hair is preparing to bring its international awards platform to New York for the first time, while also returning to Tenerife for its established Global Edition.

The LIVE026 American Edition will take place at The Davines Group House in Brooklyn on September 20, 2026, followed by the Global Edition at Espacio Mutua Tinerfeña in Tenerife, Spain, on October 18.

Delivered in strategic alliance with the Booksy Live Fashion Awards, the events will provide a platform for both creative expression and professional development. While Live Fashion Hair focuses on avant-garde artistry and technical excellence, the Booksy Live Fashion Awards recognize beauty professionals building their profiles, businesses and wider industry presence.

More than 3,300 applications from over 30 countries have been submitted across the LIVE026 Global Edition, LIVE026 Americas Edition, BLFA026 European Edition and BLFA026 Americas Edition.

The awards will recognize talent across hairdressing, barbering, styling and nails. Categories include Men’s Hairdresser of the Year, Commercial Female, Creative Colorist, Avant-Garde and Editorial, alongside barbering categories such as Best Fade and Best Free Style. Best in Hair Styling, Best in Colour Design, Best Classic Manicure and Best Creative Manicure will also be presented.

Education will remain central to the LIVE experience, with masterclass formats featuring industry professionals including Byrd Mena, Joel Torres and Simone Petinatti.

The runway show format associated with previous Live Fashion Hair events will also return in New York and Tenerife. The Tenerife production will connect hair professionals Peter Gray and Giuseppe Stelitano with emerging and established Spanish fashion designers, supported by Comercio de Tenerife.

The finalists for the 2026 awards can now be viewed at livefashionhair.com, where further information about tickets and access to both events is available.

Are You Ready to Step On the Road to HEBS?

The beauty industry is getting a major new stage with the launch of The Road to HEBS, a premier education, networking, and competition platform that brings together everyone from barbers, braiders and stylists, to locticians, educators, and brands from around the world.

The Road to HEBS is the first competition pathway in the beauty industry that gives competitors the opportunity to earn a place from regional heats to compete at a national championship, and ultimately the world stage. With sponsor Pure O Natural Products, HEBS are bringing high stakes competitions designed to push boundaries and spotlight creativity.

The tour will take in major cities, including LA, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Orlando, Charlotte, and Washington DC. The top three winners from each regional event will earn a coveted spot at the national championship, held during HEBS in Secaucus, New Jersey, before heading to the HEBS Lagos Championship in Nigeria.

As well as the trophies and industry recognition, there are over $175k in cash and prizes waiting to be won.

Commitment to Creativity

One of the most unique aspects of the competition is its commitment to creative freedom. The Road to HEBS encourages competitors to think outside the box to bring their artistic vision to life.

“Road to HEBS is a championship league idea and mindset. We’re hosting competitions in different regions, creating a tour that gives beauty professionals an opportunity to showcase their creativity and artistry on a major platform,” said barber and Pure O Education Director Lici Quintero, AKA Lici Lady Barber.

“These competitions are very creatively led. We do not put limits on the expression and artistry that competitors want to use.”

The competitions serve as a platform for creative imagination and expression, but also challenges in precision, technique, style and storytelling.

The Global Beauty Community

The international opportunity highlights the larger vision behind The Road to HEBS. Organizers see the competition as the foundation of a global championship league that connects beauty professionals across continents while creating new opportunities for exposure and career advancement.

In addition to competition, attendees can expect educational programming, product demonstrations, and access to leading brands. The tour will feature products from PureO Natural Products and other emerging brands, while continuing to emphasize professional development.

“Education is a big thing for us at Pure O,” explained Lici. “This competition is all about balancing fun, education, and creativity.”

For those considering entering, Lici’s advice is simple: embrace your creativity and show up prepared.”Don’t hold back your creativity. This platform was designed to celebrate artistry, so bring your vision to life and show what makes your work unique.”

Beauty Meets Business in Florida – Beauty Weekends 2026

Beauty professionals from across the country will soon be heading to South Florida for the latest Beauty Weekends expo, an educational and networking event designed with women in the beauty and barbering industries in mind.

Taking place in Fort Lauderdale over September 25 – 27, the event combines business development, technical education, and community-building to help attendees grow personally and professionally.

Hosted by The Beauty Weekends, the event will feature hands-on classes, industry experts, and opportunities for barbers, stylists, entrepreneurs, and beauty professionals to expand their skill sets and strengthen their businesses.

Among the featured educators will be three accomplished female barbers, bringing decades of their expertise and specialized knowledge to the stage.

Building Wealth Beyond the Chair

Lici Lady Barber will present a financial empowerment class focused on helping beauty professionals create long-term wealth through financial planning and tax education.

“I’ll be teaching how to build wealth using the tax code,” said Lici. “We’re going to dive into financial structure and how we can become better overall in the industry.”

Her session aims to provide practical tools to better understand finances, maximize opportunities available to business owners, and establish a stronger foundation for future success.

Unlocking New Services with Hair Units

Osiris Pastor, known professionally as Barber Boss Lady, will share her expertise in hair unit care, installation, and maintenance – one of the fastest-growing service categories in the industry.

With thinning hair and baldness becoming increasingly common, Osiris believes beauty professionals have an opportunity to offer life-changing solutions while growing their businesses.

“I want every barber and stylist to learn how to do this because you’re going to elevate your services,” she said. “You’re going to help a lot of people who are dealing with thinning and baldness, and you’ll be able to provide a real solution to a growing problem.”

Mastering the Shift from Fades to Shears

Veteran barber Corina Lady Barber will bring her more than 30 years of experience to an educational session focused on transitioning from traditional fade work into advanced shear techniques. As trends continue to evolve, many barbers are finding that clients increasingly seek textured, longer styles that require strong scissor skills.

“The industry is moving into more shear work,” Corina explained. “A lot of barbers are struggling with that transition. I want to share my 30 years of knowledge and show you how to make life easier behind the chair.”

Her class is designed to help professionals gain confidence and precision while adapting to the changing demands of today’s clients.

More Than an Event

Beauty Weekender is more than a weekend of classes – it’s a platform for connection, education, and empowerment. While the event was intentionally created to support women in the beauty and barbering industries, it welcomes anyone committed to growth, learning, and advancing their career.

From business-building strategies and financial literacy to cutting-edge technical skills, attendees will leave with actionable knowledge they can immediately apply to their craft and businesses.

For beauty professionals looking to sharpen their skills, expand their services, and connect with a supportive community of industry leaders, Beauty Weekender promises to be one of the most impactful events of the year.

For more information and registration details, visit TheBeautyWeekends.com

Brandon Faulk

Church California’s Brandon Faulk Brings Balance Tour to Philly

Barbers looking to sharpen their skills with mid- and long-length hair can get an inside look at Church California Lead Educator’s Brandon Faulk’s cutting and styling techniques this September, as he brings his Balance Tour to Philadelphia.

Hosted by WinSome Barber, the special Look & Learn evening will take place on Sunday, September 13, from 5–8pm, with Brandon demonstrating across shags, mods and alternative cuts.

The three-hour session will focus on precision, creativity and efficiency, giving barbers the chance to pick up new techniques as they watch Brandon work through different approaches to longer hair.

Brandon will guide attendees through a more intentional approach to building shape, stronger systems for making decisions throughout a cut, and practical techniques to take back behind the chair.

For barbers looking to move beyond traditional short cuts and build confidence working with longer lengths, the session offers an opportunity to learn in a hands-on, industry-focused environment, while connecting with fellow barbers.

The Balance Tour Live with Brandon Faulk Hair takes place Sunday, September 13, from 5–8pm at WinSome Barber in Philadelphia.

NAHA Barber of the Year 2026 Finalists Announced

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) Unveils the 2026 PBA North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) Finalists

The PBA revealed the Finalists for the 37th Annual NAHA, presented by JCPenney. Widely regarded as the most prestigious honors in North American professional beauty, NAHA celebrates the artists whose work sets the creative, technical, and cultural standard for the industry.

The 2026 PBA NAHA Finalists represent an extraordinary range of creative vision, technical mastery, and innovation. Across hair, makeup, education, and team-based artistry, these artists have pushed beyond trend to create work that is bold, intentional, and unmistakably forward-looking.

Each Finalist earned their place through months of conceptual development, technical refinement, and creative execution. Submissions were judged anonymously by a panel of industry-leading experts and evaluated on technical excellence, cohesion, originality, and artistic impact.

To be named a PBA NAHA Finalist is to be recognized among the most accomplished professionals in the industry. These artists create work that not only reflects where beauty is today, but signals where it’s going next.

The 2026 PBA NAHA Finalists are:

Avant Garde:
Breanne Gershon,@glam.breanne – nominated for two categories
Chrystofer Benson, @cbensonhair – nominated for two categories + Team category
Erika Fung, @erikafunghair
James Valiant, @jamesvaliant
Michael Pollsinelli, @michael.polsinelli

Barber of the Year:
AROD, @Arod23pr
Carlos Estrella, @Los_cut_it
Carlos Pagan, @Drasticartbarbering
Chris Jimenez, @c.jimenez24
Papiblendzz (Henry Rodriguez), @Papiblendzz

Editorial Stylist of the Year:
Brendnetta Ashley, @edgybgirl
Jamie Wiley, @jamiewileyeditorial – + Team category nomination
Josie Vilayvanh, @josievilay
Maggie Semaan, @maggiesemaan
Ruth Roche, @ruthroche – nominated for two categories

Educator of the Year:
Ashlee Norman, @ashleenormahair
Naeemah LaFond, @naeemahlafond
Nina Tulio, @ninatulio
Sonya Dove, @Thesonyadove
Stephen Moody, @hairmoody

Haircolor:
Breanne Gershon,@glam.breanne – nominated for two categories
Brooke LeMasters, @brookelemastershair
David Vendittelli, @davidvendittelli + Team category nomination
Gilad Goldstein, @myguiltycrown + Team category nomination
Sean Godard, @seangodard + Team category nomination

Haircutting:
Evie Johnson, @contactevie
Genia Church, @GeniaChurch – nominated for two categories
Isabelle Lachance, @isabelle.lachance.oblic
Marylle Koken, @kokentheharlot
Tippi Shorter, @tippishorter – nominated for two categories

Hairstylist of the Year:
Brayden Pelletier, @justbhair – nominated for two categories
Julie Vriesinga, @julievriesinga
Michelle Oliver, @michelleoliverhair
Robin LeChance, @robin_la_chance
Vanessa Whitmarsh, @vwhitmarshhair

Inspiring Salon of the Year:
Bliss Salon and Spa, @BlissSalonAndSpa2020
Genesis Salon and Spa, @genesis_salonandspa
kit. Fort Thomas, @kitfortthomassalon
Matthew Morris Salon, @matthewmorrissalon
Salon Raybon, @salonraybon

International Collection of the Year (*NEW IN 2026):
Carlos Valiente, Spain @carlosvaliente.bycv
Danilo Giangreco, United Kingdom @danilogiangreco_hair
Emma Simmons, United Kingdom @emmasimmonshair
Gianluca Grechi, Italy @gianlucagrechi
Tom Yek, Malaysia @tomyek_decrypt

Makeup Artist of the Year:
Angela Balbon, @mzbartistry
David Maderich, @davidmaderich
Ebony Ivey, @theiveyleaguebeautycollective
Kisha Augustine, @kishaaugustine
Patricia Bailes, @Pbailesmua

Master Hairstylist of the Year:
Allen Ruiz, @allenruizstyle
Anna Pacitto, @anna_pacitto_pure
Cassie Carey, @cassiecarey.hair
David Barron, @barronslondonsalon
Nicole Pede, @nmpede

Student Hairstylist of the Year:
Derek Robinson, no social handle provided
Elin Lien, @elinthebeautician
Madison Jessop, @twixystyling
Mai Nguyen, @maimai.hair22
PJ Hayes, @pj.cosmo

Styling and Finishing:
Brayden Pelletier, @justbhair – nominated for two categories
Carlos Alvarez, @carlos_alvarez_hair
Galyna Poczciwinski, @ufirami
Laura Gunter, @lauragunterbeauty
Ruth Roche, @ruthroche – nominated for two categories

Team of the Year:
1CPR
Jamie Wiley, Joel Torres, Nanette Guild, Vinnie Morey, Dayna Gamba
@jamiewileyeditorial, @joeltorresstyle, @nanette_guild, @theproperorangecounty, @dgcuts

Chrystofer Benson Collective
Chrystofer Benson, Hannah Benson, Lacye Geitgey, Karine Belanger, Chris Jimenez, Erin Hensley            
@haircbc_pro

Team INdustry
David Vendittelli, Marilyn Vendittelli, Natasha Gerschon
@davidvendittelli, @marilynvendittellihair, @styledbybloss

The Upper Hand
Hannah Waters, Soleil Rocha, Jordan Dudley, Zoe O’Day
@theupperhandriveroaks

Ulta Beauty
Gilad Goldstein, Michelle O’Connor, Galyna Poczciwinski, Sean Godard, Beto Sanchez, Janelle Eyre
@myguiltycrown, @michelleoconnorbeauty, @ufirami, @seangodard, @betoloveshair, @jeyre.hair

Texture:
Chrystofer Benson, @cbensonhair – nominated for two categories + Team category
Genia Church, @GeniaChurch – nominated for two categories
Jaimee Harris Smith, @Hairbyjsmith
Jamie Wiley, @jamiewileyeditorial – nominated for two categories
Tippi Shorter, @tippishorter – nominated for two categories

Winners will be revealed during the 37th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards, presented by JCPenney, on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Chapin Theater in Orlando, Florida, held alongside Premiere Orlando. The live awards ceremony will bring together leading artists, educators, brands, and industry voices for an evening celebrating excellence at the highest level of professional beauty.

“PBA NAHA honors more than beautiful work. It honors the courage to lead creatively,” said Leslie Perry, CEO of the Professional Beauty Association. “This year’s Finalists demonstrate what happens when mastery, vision, and purpose intersect. Their work challenges convention, raises the bar for our industry, and inspires what’s possible next.”

DermapenWorld Announces National RE:GEN Roadshow – The Future of Skin & Hair Education Arrives

DermapenWorld has announced the launch of the RE:GEN Roadshow: The Future of Skin & Hair — a nationwide education and networking event that will tour six major U.S. cities this March.

Bringing together global industry leaders in hairdressing, aesthetics and medical science, the RE:GEN Roadshow is designed to empower salon and clinic professionals with the latest breakthroughs in scalp health, fine and thinning hair solutions, and regenerative science-based treatments. The Roadshow offers attendees access to world-class education to elevate client results and business growth.

Attendees will experience a vibrant evening of community, learning, inspiration and connection, with complimentary canapés and drinks plus a Goodie Bag valued at over $300.

A Transformative Event for the Professional Industry

The roadshow will host approximately close to 1000 salon and clinic professionals nationally, with 100+ attendees per city, across Chicago, Atlanta, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami and Dallas, uniting:

  • Hairstylists & barbers
  • Beauty & aesthetic clinic owners
  • Medical aesthetics practitioners
  • Trichologists
  • Business leaders

Global Experts Headline the Stage

The event is led by internationally respected industry icon:

Tracey Hughes, Global General Manager for EXO-GROW and Hall of Fame Hairstylist.

Guest speakers include:

Andrew Hansford (London, UK) — Medical expert, Trichologist and Global Educator in hair restoration

Corri Marshall (Sydney, Australia) — Co-Founder of Dermapenworld and product innovator

Additional leading Doctors and influential Hairstylists appearing in all cities

World-Leading Innovation Behind the Movement

DermapenWorld is the #1 microneedling company worldwide, operating in 107 countries, supported in the U.S. through distribution partner DP Derm, a key leader in medical aesthetics. With a long-established authority in regenerative skin science, DermapenWorld now expands its expertise into the hair restoration and hairdressing sector through EXO-GROW, bringing new advanced solutions to salon professionals across the country.

Industry Partnerships

The RE:GEN Roadshow is supported by leading industry collaborators including: Ergo Styling Tools, DP Derm and Phorest Salon Software.

Why Attend

“This is more than an event — it’s a movement advancing the future of professional practice and salon haircare. We’re bringing together the latest scientific breakthroughs, real-world education and community to help professionals transform the way they approach skin and hair health,” says Tracey Hughes, Global General Manager, EXO-GROW.

Attendees will walk away with:

  • Practical hair loss and scalp restoration education.
  • Access to new science-driven innovations shaping the future of the industry.
  • Knowledge into new revenue streams to drive tprofitability and how to stay ahead of a rapidly growing multi-billion-dollar hair loss category.
  • A deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological impact of hair loss, helping you to better support your clients with empathy and professional care.
  • Networking with top experts and peers across hairdressing, beauty, aesthetics and medical fields.

Event Dates

  • Chicago March 22
  • Atlanta March 23
  • Los Angeles March 29
  • Dallas March 30
  • Miami March 31
  • All events 5-9pm

Tickets

Tickets are available now.
Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q03XzJbJ0

Industry-Proof Quality, Glasgow-Made: Jade Hayter – The Label December Pop-Up

This December, Glasgow hair stylists and barbers will get to be a part of a new fashion movements in the barbering and hair industry, as Jade Hayter – The Label hosts a month-long pop-up at The 145 Collective in Glasgow. 

Stylists and barbers will have chance  to feel the quality for themselves — because this collection is designed to be experienced, not just seen. Every piece is crafted with premium, durable, bleach-proof fabrics, and trying them on in person lets professionals appreciate the weight, fit, and movement that photos can’t fully capture. Explore the textures, test the flexibility, and see how each garment shapes to the body, ensuring they invest in clothing that performs in the shop and feels incredible to wear. This is an opportunity to build a work wardrobe with intention — confidently, hands-on, and tailored to the individual.

Founded by Jade Hayter — professional hairdresser and owner of The 145 Collective — the label offers stylish, high-performance clothing that’s bleach-proof, stain-resistant, and sustainably made. Designed for barbers, stylists, and educators who live their craft every day, the collection gives professionals what the industry has been lacking: fashion that holds up to salon life without sacrificing style. 

Traditional hairdressing and barbering attire has long been limited to basic uniforms or merch-style apparel. Jade Hayter – The Label changes that with pieces that look sharp enough for photos, events, and stage work — while being engineered to survive chemical splashes, colour stains, and everyday shop wear.

Whether cutting in the studio, teaching at events, filming content, or jumping behind-the-chair between educational moments, barbers and stylists can now look polished all day — no spare-outfit panic, no ruined clothes.

Founder Jade Hayter said: “I’m so excited to bring this collection home to Glasgow for the pop-up. We created clothing that elevates the look and feel of barbering and hairdressing – pieces that are stylish, practical, and made to last. This industry deserves apparel that performs without compromising creativity, quality, or sustainability.”

Pop-Up Details:

Location: The 145 Collective, 145 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4SQ
Dates: Runs daily throughout December.

Website: jadehayter.com
Instagram: @jadehayterthelabel

Cal Newsome To Host NHBF Top 50 Hair Influencers Awards at HairCon

Cal Newsome, last year’s top NHBF Influencer, award-winning barber, and member of the Wahl Artistic Team, has been announced as the host for this year’s NHBF Top 50 Hair Influencers. This event, which features the industry’s only independently compiled influencer list, will take place from 5 to 6 PM on Sunday, June 22, at HairCon, held at O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.

As the owner of Bull & Co Barber Club in Shropshire, Cal will join the NHBF team on the Social Stage at HairCon to announce the top 50 hair and barbering influencers. These recipients are chosen based on independently judged results powered by algorithms.

Attendees at HairCon will be the first to witness the official reveal, making this a must-attend event for both industry professionals and fans.

NHBF Chief Executive, Caroline Larissey, said: “We’re delighted to have Cal Newsome hosting this year’s Top 50 Hair Influencer reveal. As last year’s winner and a respected voice in the industry, Cal brings genuine insight and credibility to the event. His passion for barbering and commitment to raising industry standards make him the perfect person to lead the celebration.”

This year’s host Cal Newsome added: “I’m proud to be hosting this year’s NHBF Top 50 Hair Influencer reveal. Being recognised last year was a big moment for me, and it’s great to now be part of highlighting others who are pushing the industry forward. There’s so much talent out there, and this event is a great way to give it the recognition it deserves.”

Join Caroline, Cal and a host of your favourite industry influencers live at HairCon on Sunday 22nd June at 5.10pm on the social stage as the list is revealed – who will take the top spot this year? 

PASHANA® Unveils a New Look!

Iconic barbering brand PASHANA® proudly unveils the next chapter in its storied legacy with a striking new visual identity, showcased in a recent photoshoot set in an authentic, working barbershop. 

With a rich heritage spanning back over a century, to 1910, PASHANA® has long been trusted by professional barbers for its classic grooming products and traditional formulations. The brand’s recent refresh honours that rich history while embracing a contemporary look designed to resonate with today’s discerning barbers and style-conscious clientele. After all, even the classics need a little touch up now and again! 

The new photography captures the essence of the PASHANA® range in its natural habitat — a barbershop! From vintage chairs to heritage tools of the trade, the shoot brings together timeless barbering traditions with the modern evolution of the brand. 

The brand refresh includes updated packaging, enhanced branding elements, and a renewed focus on supporting barbers with products that blend classic quality with contemporary appeal. Trade wholesalers Trade wholesalers will also appreciate the strengthened shelf presence and elevated visual impact that PASHANA® now has. 

Wholesalers and industry professionals can expect to see the fresh look rolled across stores and marketing materials in the coming months. 

THE FELLOWSHIP FOR BRITISH HAIRDRESSING ANNOUNCE NEW EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS

The Fellowship for British Hairdressing is unveiling their next phase of development, welcoming three new members on to their Executive Board. Under the guidance of CEO, Barry Stephens and President, Ashleigh Hodges, the past few years has seen incredible growth for the Fellowship, celebrating their highest membership to date, opening two new Centres of Excellence, and continuing to provide the industry with
educational opportunities for their members in the shape of Hair & Vision events and the new Creative Xchange localised presentations.

  • The new Fellowship Executive Board members are:
  • Chris Foster, Head of Technology
  • Marnie Williams, Head of Further Education & Centres of Excellence
  • Marcus Allen, Head of Business

Chris Foster is an internationally recognised, multi-award-winning barber with a career that spans the worlds of grooming, fashion, education, and digital innovation.
Chris was the first to create a dedicated barbering app for barbering education, breaking new ground in how industry knowledge is shared and scaled. He went on to establish his own academy and develop signature digital products designed to help barbers and hair professionals grow their influence and income. Chris is deeply passionate about bringing the tools and mindset of the digital world—such as
automation and AI—into the hair industry, while always preserving its unique creativity and craftsmanship. Through his company, The Profile Guy Digital Agency, he equips professionals with systems that help attract, convert, and retain clients on autopilot—freeing up time so they can focus on what they love most. Chris Foster joins the Fellowship Executive Board as the Head of Technology. His role will explore how technology is shaping the industry and how to keep the Fellowship’s members informed on all things related to technology.

Marcus Allen is an internationally experienced Salon Management Professional and Educator, offering a proven track record of maximising profits and consistent growth
in high end salons and businesses. Marcus co-created Paramount Business, a platform delivering advanced salon business education across the U.S., Canada, UK,
Ireland, and Australia. Upon returning to the UK, he continued to shape the industry, supporting Urban Retreat before moving to The Refinery, a multi-award-winning
men’s grooming brand. Alongside these ventures, Marcus remained active in London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks over the last five years. His focus on innovation and business transformation led him to become General Manager of
Electric Space, a premium co-working salon, photography studio, cinema, and member’s space, redefining how creative professionals work and collaborate. Marcus Allen joins the Fellowship Executive Board as the Head of Business, where he will facilitate the best practices, innovation, new technology, and business tools to hairdressers, salon owners, and educators – strengthening the industry with a
greater understanding and foundation.

Marnie Williams is the Head of Hair and Beauty at West Suffolk College with over 42 years’ experience in the hairdressing industry – starting out as a stylist in the best
Dublin salons, then working for L’Oreal as a Technical Consultant, ultimately becoming an educator in both the private and public sector. West Suffolk College is a
3 Star Fellowship Centre of Excellence, which was awarded for the achievements of their students and the opporunties that the college has created for their students.
The college was awarded ‘outstanding’ in all 4 area of OFSTED measures, including ‘strong’ for the newest skills category. Marnie has worked alongside The Fellowship
for almost 4 years helping to create the Centre of Excellence project, modelling, piloting, re-working, and developing a programme that will recognise excellent education for 16–19-year-olds leaving school and into industry. Marnie joins the Fellowship Executive Board as the Head of Education and Centres of Excellence, aiming to help bridge the gap between education and employment, whilst giving the
next generation the support and preparation for succeeding in to industry.

“We’re delighted to have three new exceptionally talented individuals joining the Fellowship Executive Board. Chris Foster, Marnie Williams and Marcus Allen will bring their expertise and knowledge to the Executive Board to help nurture and develop the skills and talent of Fellowship Members… This Year, the Fellowship’s Executive Board will continue to encourage the growth of those who are new to the industry and those who have worked in the industry for
many years. The Fellowship will be collaborating and bringing the industry together from all over the UK – with a focus on inspiring, educating, and encouraging salon stylists, salon owners, freelance stylists, and barbers”,

Ashleigh Hodges, President of the
Fellowship.


“As the Fellowship moves towards its 80th Anniversary, and the industry continues to shift on its axis, we are delighted to have three new dynamic members joining us on the
Executive Board. The plans we are putting in place today will benefit the whole industry of the future, both creatively and commercially. These new positions will help us gather and analyse business critical data, as well as attracting “Best in
Class” Business, Technology and Education Partners for the direct benefit of our members and the wider hairdressing community”.

The Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s CEO, Barry Stephens,