Editors letter.

Welcome to issue 3 of Hair Biz for 2024!

This year is just flying by… can you believe that we are almost at the end of the financial year? Where has the year gone?

We’re stoked to have you with us as we dive into yet another jam-packed issue filled with all things industry-related.

This time around, we’re shining the spotlight on some seriously cool people in the industry. From the awesome duo, David & Alexis Thurston, who are making waves in Australia with their cool brand, Danger Jones, to the sensational Kaine Vakai, Carmelo Francese from Inspire Brands, the very talented Sarah Smith from Make Me Over Artistry, plus the AHIA 2023 Men’s Hair Specialist and WA/NT Hairdresser of the Year, Naser.

We spend 10 minutes with Wade-William Ambler, and we check out the O&M Retreat, and the KAO Weekender.

We also take you across the globe and see what’s happening in the UK with Ken Picton and we get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Heiniger. All of this and many more feature stories in this epic issue!

And let’s not forget about the AHIA Creative Awards – the buzz from the finalist’s announcement has got us pumped for the big Gala night on July 1st. Shoutout to all the finalists and entrants – your talent is off the charts!

Don’t forget to grab your tickets for the Gala and mark your calendars for the Hair Festival on June 30th and July 1st at the ICC, Darling Harbour, Sydney. It’s seriously going to be huge!

This issue is all about giving you the goods. From helpful articles to practical tips for your biz and personal growth, we’ve packed it full of value just for you.

Oh, and I recently hung out with the 2023 AHIA Hotshots during their photoshoot in Melbourne – it was a blast! Can’t wait to share their Collection with you in the next issue.

So, grab a cuppa, kick back and enjoy the read! We had a blast putting this one together, and we hope you love it as much as we do.

Big love and hugs to you all and hope to catch you in Sydney at Festival & the AHIA Creatives night!

Lou x

Louise May – Editor of Hair Biz

Editor in Chief for Mocha Group louise@mochagroup.com.au

@louisemay_hairbeautybiz @mochahairaustralia