Watch Spotlight Episode Five with Sally and Jamie Brooks

by Kelsey Dring | Nov 3, 2022 | Business, Conversations, Inspiration, Partnership, Video

Sally & Jamie Brooks talk evolution and growth of their business after more than two decades in the industry

With a new month comes a NEW episode of ‘Spotlight’. As part of an ongoing video series on Creative HEAD, we’ve partnered with L’Oréal Professionnel Paris to give you exclusive insight into the working lives of six powerhouse partnerships, each with a unique hair story to share. ‘Spotlight’ explores the worlds of salon, session and business, giving you a fly-on-the-wall perspective of the working lives of these dynamic duos.

In episode five, we sat down with award-winning duo and industry icons, Sally and Jamie Brooks. Internationally known for their impeccable artistry and vision, together they discuss the evolution of Brooks & Brooks after more than two decades in business. Reflecting on their past as they look to the future, the duo share insight into redesigning the company, as well as a new salon space.

An iconic brand continually striving for success, enjoy their ‘collaborator story’…

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