Staying in the loop

iSalon’s Most Valuable Player and Charity of the Year Announced

Following the annual Jonas Annual Business Awards in Wales, the MVP of the iSalon team has been announced. As voted for by his colleagues, Stuart Palmer was the well deserving winner this year.

The iSalon team headed to Wales to celebrate the annual business awards with their Jonas colleagues. Pictured above you can see Stuart Palmer, iSalon Developer Team Leader with Jonas CEO, Darren Boxall and Bonita Noris, the youngest British woman to climb Mount Everest at just aged twenty-two. To receive this award, Stuart was nominated by his colleagues for his contribution to the iSalon team throughout the year. He was commended on his hard work, his attitude and his desire to go above and beyond when it comes to his work.

Stuart commented, “It was an honour to receive the MVP award for 2023 at the JABA’s. I pride myself on my hard work as part of the iSalon team and leading our team of four developers means a great deal to me. I was delighted to receive the award from Darren and Bonita on stage.”

At this event each year, Jonas announces their chosen charity of the year whom they support with fundraising efforts throughout the coming months. For 2023 the group decided that each individual business would select their own charity to support during this year. iSalon have chosen to support CALM, a charity that stands up against feeling down, standing together to show life is always worth living.

Rikki Tronson, iSalon Chief Revenue Officer commented; “iSalon is delighted to support the incredible work that CALM do in 2023. By provoking conversation and running lifesaving services, this charity brings people together to ensure help is provided when needed and people don’t die by suicide. It’s our pleasure to raise awareness for this charity and hopefully raise some funds, too.”

Meet the F.A.M.E. Team 2023.

There’s much to celebrate for the class of 23 as they are part of an illustrious group that has led the way in British Hairdressing for over 30 years. From the first ever F.A.M.E Team in 1993, featuring Robert Masciave and Carolyn Newman, both who have gone on to have stellar and diverse careers in the industry, to a list of members that reads like a hairdressing Who’s Who.

This year’s F.A.M.E. Team also have a new leader, none other than the exceptionally talented Sally Brooks who has the most exciting year planned for the team.

We asked the F.A.M.E Team to come up with five words that describe themselves and what they stand for –brave - takes risks, putting ourselves out there. honest - remaining humble and true to us. determined - to have a strong year together, and really grab it by the horns.

tenacious - to never let our fears stop us, to keep on learning and keep on going.

unity - we’ve been placed together and have formed a unity that we hope grows one another’s strengths and improve our weaknesses.

Once in a lifetime photoshoot opens the Paris REVLON academy

Revlon Professional got 2023 off to a great start with the opening of its all-new Academy in Paris. To celebrate the occasion, American Crew founder, David Raccuglia flew in from the USA for an once-in-a-lifetime photoshoot. UK and Ireland Lead American Crew Allstar Educator Ian Harrold was on hand to assist clients to shoot their work.

The three groups had to design a hairstyle, with David behind the lens. Ian comments: “I was on hand to give guidance where needed on product solutions to enhance their hairstyles.”

David Raccuglia is a trained barber, salon owner, entrepreneur, professional photographer, creative director, and beauty industry executive, but is best known for being the founder of American Crew.

Ian added: “The whole day from start to finish was amazing. The biggest highlight of the trip for me was sitting with the group after the shoot and seeing how thrilled they were with the work they had achieved.” www.revlon.com

Introducing MT Precision Cutting Masterclass

Melissa Timperley Salons have launched a series of Masterclasses, designed to enhance precision cutting skills. The education came about after salon founder Melissa became aware of gaps in her salon team’s cutting skills. The masterclass examines the finest details of a haircut. The training looks at every aspect of a cutting appointment.

The course includes:

• A demonstration of precision cutting technique on 3 live models

• A ‘hands on’ experience to create the cut of your choice

• A spotlight on checking the cut and blowdry techniques

• Practical tips on dealing with typical insalon challenges

‘Precision cutting is the foundation of everything we do as stylists, yet there is still such a lack of knowledge in this area’ says Melissa. ‘Feedback from the first course has been so positive and I’ve been so impressed with the improvements I’ve seen in those attending.’

The day-long course costs £330. @mt_masterclass

Celebrating Success

The Fellowship celebrated the winners of their prestigious awards. Attendees from all over the UK attended the lunch and were welcomed by familiar faces from the Fellowship Executive Board and Head Office.

After welcome drinks, President Robert Eaton welcomed the guests to a fun get together: “Today is all about celebrating your success and what you have achieved to become a winner of these awards.”

Chancellor Karoliina Saunders followed Robert by adding, “I’m so delighted to see everyone here today and to see how proud you all are to be part of the Fellowship.”

CEO Barry Stephens led an open discussion where winners were invited to make suggestions or to ask questions. “The winner’s lunch is always fun and informal and also allows both our Executive Board and project leaders to meet with the winners of the Fellowship Awards.” fellowshiphair.com

Rainbow Room International Congress 2023

The Rainbow Room International team were thrilled to be back hosting their annual Congress at a new location, the Oran Mor, in Glasgow’s West End.

The evening commenced with champagne and a live band that played whilst salon team members, including stylists, trainees and Director’s reconnected with their friends and colleagues.

Co-Founder of the Rainbow Room International group Alan Stewart took to the stage to welcome everyone and wish them a fantastic night filled with success after an uncertain couple of years. Then, alongside Co-Founder Linda Stewart, Alan announced the awards.

The most coveted award of the night was for Salon of the Year and this was awarded to the Howard Street Academy who showed incredible growth and progression.

Co-Founder Linda Stewart said, “It was great celebrating the success of the group over the past few years. Our salons are filled with incredible, motivated and passionate team members and we love hosting our annual congress to congratulate them for their hard work.” rainbowroominternational.com