EDITORS LETTER

Editor in Chief - Louise May

Welcome to the third issue of Barbershop Magazine for 2024! It’s hard to believe how quickly the year is flying by, and I’m so excited to share this issue, which is filled with incredible stories, talent, and innovations from our barbering community.

This issue is particularly special as I introduce our two guest editors, Matt Clarke and Ryan Poole. Both are long-time readers and recent award winners at the Australian Modern Barber Awards—Matt as Modern Barber of the Year 2023 and Ryan for Best Men’s Classic Collection. Their contributions to this issue have brought fresh insights that I know you’ll enjoy.

Matt and Ryan, who work together at ESQ Male Grooming, are a part of the Heiniger Professional team, and are also great mates, have put together some fantastic content.

In this edition on top of all that the boys have in store for our readers, we also bring you stories from across the globe. Our cover story features Reuzel, we also chat with 3 salon owners about Heiniger Professional, and we share highlights from the UK with Bobby Gordon from Fella Hair. We also chat with Hannah Gerritsen, who is making waves globally in the WorldSkills Competitions. Don’t miss our interview with rising superstar Connor Braddock and a feature on American barber legend James Fulton, aka @jimmyfadez.

We also explore Southside Barbers and talk with Fraser Forsey about the HMB Brand. Plus, we showcase the 2024 AHIA Creative - Men’s Hair Specialist of the Year winner Luke Munn, and have valuable advice and tips from our expert contributors.

During these tough economic times, the insights in this issue are more important than ever. I encourage you to take on board the wisdom shared here—it’s packed with practical, valuable information.

Finally, entries for the AMBA’s are about to close on August 26th, with judging soon to follow! We’ll be announcing the finalists on September 30th at 7pm AEST on our Mocha Hair Australia Facebook platform, so mark your calendars! This year’s AMBA Gala Event is on November 10th at The Tivoli in Brisbane, a stunning venue. It’s going to be an epic night, so get your tickets and accommodation sorted—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Thank you for your continued support. I hope you enjoy this issue as much as we enjoyed creating it.

Enjoy!

Louise May
, Editor - Barbershop Magazine Editor in Chief - Mocha Group louise@mochagroup.com.au @louise_mochagroup