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Editors Letter.
Welcome to the fourth issue of Hair Biz for 2023! We hope you’re as excited as we are about the incredible content, we have in store for you. It’s been an eventful period since our last issue, and we can’t wait to share all the highlights with you.
First and foremost, let’s talk about the Kings Birthday iconic hair weekend that took place in June in Sydney. It was an exhilarating few days filled with events that celebrated the artistry and innovation within our industry.
We kicked off the weekend with the AHC Industry Day on Friday, followed by the AHC Leadership Summit and Schmoozefest on Saturday.
The highlights of these events are covered extensively in this issue. On Sunday, we gathered at the stunning Carriageworks building for Hair Festival owned by BHA Media, which also hosted the 2023 AHIA Creative Finalists Gallery, showcasing the collection images with voting taking place for the People’s Choice Award.
The festivities continued on Sunday evening at the Wonderland event held at the Establishment Hotel in Sydney, where we had an absolute blast. Monday marked the second day of Hair Festival, and we wrapped up the incredible weekend with the AHIA Creative Gala event, proudly owned by us, mocha group, at The Star in Sydney.
With over 700+ attendees, this glamorous evening celebrated the winners of the AHIA Creative Awards, and their achievements are showcased in this very issue!
In this issue, we also have an array of captivating features. Our front cover showcases the remarkable work of Justin Pace, the newly awarded AHIA CREATIVE Australian Hairdresser of the Year. We also pay tribute to the exceptional talent of Danny Pato, who is now a proud member of our Hall of Fame.
We introduce you to the 2023 Hot Shots Winners, a rising star from the UK, Emma Simmons, and the creative geniuses behind Giggles Hair Studio and Boda Hair Boutique. Furthermore, we delve into the world of the renowned session stylist, Wendy Iles, and explore the excellence of Alarah Hair Studio.
But that’s not all—this bumper issue is packed with valuable insights and advice from our esteemed business writers, bloggers, and experts in social media, marketing, branding, and wellness. From tips and tricks to help you succeed in your salon business to nurturing your well-being, we’ve got you covered.
We are truly excited to present this jam-packed issue to you. It’s been a labour of love to compile all the incredible stories, profiles, and advice that fill these pages. We hope you find inspiration, knowledge, and joy in these articles.
Thank you for your continued support and readership. We couldn’t do it without you. Enjoy this extraordinary issue of Hair Biz!
Love and hugs, Louise May
