EDITOR IN CHIEF

LOUISE MAY.

Hello and welcome! We are beyond thrilled to roll out our second issue of Barbershop Magazine for the year. But wait! This isn’t just your regular issue; it’s something special!

We are honoured to have the phenomenal Gareth Philpott as our guest editor for this edition. Gareth is no stranger to the barbering industry; he wears many hats as a barber, educator, owner & founder of The Barber Academy Australia, and he was also an AMBA Finalist for Best Men’s Educator for 3 consecutive years in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and AMBA Finalist in 2023 for Best Team Collection and BTS Crew!

Gareth’s guest editor’s touch is just the beginning! This issue is packed with exclusive features and insights. We take you behind the scenes at the recent Barber Expo on the Gold Coast and get up close and personal with the Barber Battle winners, an event we were proud to partner with as the official media partner,.We spotlight the UK’s Sam Campagna and showcase Reed Studio who are the AMBA 2023 winners of Team Collection of the Year. We also get candid with Jon Carmona from Titan Barbers, the UK’s Liam Oakes and the incredibly talented Naser as well as a 10-minute chat with ever so cool Ryan Poole!

Our amazing business writers and bloggers also bring a wealth of knowledge and valuable advice to every issue of Barbershop Magazine, so, grab the magazine, find a comfy spot, pop your feet up, and enjoy your favourite beverage while diving into this epic issue of Barbershop. I hope you enjoy it.

P.S. Don’t forget, the 2024 AMBAs are now open for entry at www.mochagroup.com.au

Enjoy!

Louise May - Editor in Chief