Editors Letter

Welcome to Issue 2 of Hair Biz for 2024!

As we delve into the latest edition, I’m thrilled to present an array of features and insightful stories tailored exclusively for our esteemed community of hair professionals across Australia and New Zealand.

Gracing our cover and featured as our cover story is the renowned Schwarzkopf Professional, embodying excellence, and innovation in the hair industry. Venturing overseas, our international feature takes us to the UK, where we spotlight Richard Scorer of Haringtons; prepare to be inspired by his remarkable journey.

We spend 10 minutes with Nathan Yazbek and gain valuable insights from his wealth of experience. Plus, don’t miss our chat with Hotshots 23’ winner Meghan King.

Our lineup doesn’t stop there – we shine a spotlight on Marcela Castro, Robert Braid, Nicole Lamers, and her beautiful new product range, AER. Additionally, we sit down with MUA Brooke Clarke and find out more about her amazing industry journey.

This issue also marks a significant milestone as we celebrate 25 years of success with Hemisphere Hair, reflecting on their years in the industry. And be sure to take a look at the salon profile of Cambridge Hair Collective, expertly curated by Anthony Gray.

Turning our attention to recent events, our GM shares highlights from the CPR Forum recently held on the Gold Coast in February and the DeLorenzo ASPYA Conference in Thailand at the beginning of March. These gatherings serve as invaluable platforms for knowledge exchange and industry networking.

And let’s not forget about our incredible line up of business writers and bloggers who are here to offer their wisdom and guidance. Trust me, you won’t want to miss out on their valuable advice!

As we find ourselves already in the third month of the year, it’s a timely reminder to revisit our goals and intentions set at the year’s outset. Amidst the daily grind, it’s easy to lose sight of our aspirations. Remember, small, consistent actions can reignite our momentum and keep us on track towards achieving our dreams.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the AHIA Creative Awards. The deadline for entries is fast approaching on 28/03/24, with finalists announced on 06/05/24. Make sure you secure your tickets for the GALA Awards event on Monday night, 01/07/24, following the Hair Festival from June 30th to July 1st. It’s an event not to be missed!

Here’s to a great rest of the year ahead. Let’s continue to support each other, celebrate our successes, and elevate the hair industry to new heights!

Big Hugs, Lou x

Louise May – Editor of Hair Biz Editor in Chief for Mocha Group

louise@mochagroup.com.au @louisemay_hairbeautybiz @mochahairaustralia