An Evening With ghd Sparks Networking And New Business Opportunities
An Evening With ghd Sparks Networking And New Business Opportunities
Members of ghd’s Pro Salon Network gathered for unforgettable nights of networking, business insight and plenty of inspiration
by AMANDA | INFORM
Steadfast in their mission to support hair pros, ghd have been touring the UK, bringing members of their Pro Salon Network together over dinner and drinks to offer new opportunities for networking.
Popping up in Edinburgh, London, Manchester and Nottingham, each evening has included a delicious three-course dinner and drinks, styling demonstrations and an exclusive preview at an innovation launching soon.
For the London leg of the tour, the iconic restaurant Tattu played host to the Southern Pro Salon Network contingency, with attendees including Cos Sakkas of TONI&GUY, Jack and Ross Williams-Hirst of Williams & Hirst and Daisy Goord of Daisy Goord Salon.
Following welcome drinks on the rooftop, the evening got underway with an exciting brand overview from Janine Jennings (pictured, below), head of education UK & ROI for ghd. “The industry is changing. The way people buy is changing, so we want to make sure the Pro Salon Network feel supported,” Janine said, when discussing the brand’s omni-channel strategy. Dan Rathbone, head of sales for ghd, also echoed this message, saying: “We wouldn’t be here as a brand if it wasn’t for our Professional Salon Network.”
The evening also included a teaser of an exciting innovation launching imminently, as well as a demonstration of the new ghd wave, with a model sporting stunning, lived-in, beachy texture.
On hand to give a deeper dive into the technology behind the tool was Juliet Scott-Pritchard, a scientist for ghd who works on the hair science and innovation team. Juliet also demonstrated why the optimum styling temperature remains 185ºC, giving the Pro Salon Network plenty of food for thought as they headed to dinner!
Want access to exclusive networking events? The ghd Pro Salon Network gives you this and SO much more. Sign up now by contacting prohelp@ghdhair.com, calling 01924 423 400 or WhatsApp 0113 2615646.
Wella Professionals Hosts Destination 2025 In Malta
Wella Professionals Hosts Destination 2025 In Malta
More than 1,000 hair pros from 52 countries meet to see reveal of new brand initiatives and trends
by AMANDA | INFORM
Wella Professionals has gathered more than 1,000 hairdressers, press and ambassadors from 52 countries in Malta to celebrate the craft, creativity and future of the salon industry at its annualcelebration Destination 2025.
A line-up of artistry on stage, hands-on education, brand experiences and trend reveals were on the menu, as Wella Professionals’ unveiled R.I.S.E. with Wella, a global platform dedicated to advancing Relationships, Inspiration, Science and Education.
Delegates from Wella’s RED club in the UK & Ireland joined the global gathering and were welcomed to Malta by Wella Company general manager UK & Ireland, Max Amen, at a gala dinner at Malta’s famous La Valette Hall. The sunset drinks reception and dinner were followed by a hair show by HOB Academy’s Akin Konizi, Nestor Sanchez and Elijah Hourrides, alongside business advice from HOB Salons chief executive, Natasha Grossman.
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Jordanna Cobella
The main Destination event was hosted by Patrick Cameron, and throughout, guests were treated to immersive education sessions, brand booth explorations and the unveiling of Wella Professionals’ new global campaign, “Make It You”.
A Trend Reveal Show saw artists unveiling Surreal Color, the brand’s Autumn/Winter 2025 trend inspired by artificial intelligence and the tension between reality and fantasy. Global ambassadors, including James Earnshaw, Renya Xydis, Yuya Nara and Romeu Felipe, showcased colour and care transformations using Koleston Perfect, Ultimate Repair and more from the Wella portfolio.
Cult brand Sebastian Professional delivered session styling at its finest, courtesy of global ambassadors, Shay Dempsey and Anthony Cole, creative director Pedro Saldana, and ambassadors Angelo Vallillo and Bekki Delehedy.
There were also honours for the winners of the International TrendVision Awards from 2023 and 2024, which finished with the Make it You show, featuring hair creations from global ambassadors James Earnshaw, Nikki Lee and Romeu Felipe.
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All Smiles At Salon Smart 2025
All Smiles At Salon Smart 2025
From candid talks and open Q&A to brilliant insights and exceptional support, the vibe at Creative HEAD’s business networking event was one of pure positivity. Scroll the gallery!
by JOANNE | CONNECT
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New Year, New Business Goals
New Year, New Business Goals
Calling all salon and barbershop owners! Book for Creative HEAD’s business networking event and set yourself up for a brilliant year ahead
by JOANNA | CONNECT
The business of hairdressing is challenging – perhaps now more than ever. But one thing is certain: you do not need to go it alone. In fact, togetherness is the beating heart of Salon Smart, Creative HEAD’s business networking event.
Now it its 19th year, Salon Smart aims to serve and support salon and barbershop owners and managers across the UK and Ireland, offering unique insight, sharing experiences, and providing endless opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals. Large or small, urban or rural, established or newly launched – the one-day event agenda is abuzz with fresh information, advice and inspiration for every business. And the community spirit is second to none.
Taking place in London on Monday 7 April, a ticket to Salon Smart costs £100 plus VAT (£80 plus VAT for newsletter subscribers), and guarantees access to a schedule of candid talks given by industry innovators, debates on big topics, interactive and live Q&A sessions, and the hair and business brands that could transform the way you work. A hot and delicious lunch plus coffee and cake breaks will ensure you’ll feel satiated and supercharged to absorb every second!
But don’t just take our word for it, these are the words of one satisfied Salon Smart attendee: “Every salon owner needs a pick me up! Today lifted me to the moon. So much great content to take away and digest, then spring it all into action.”
Relaxed, inclusive and relevant for right now, if you want to build a better business, get to Salon Smart.
