In this podcast episode in partnership with Wella Professionals, I sit down at Grid Studios London for a conversation with Lucan Salem—Director of HARI's salon group. Lucan will share the inspiring journey of HARI's, a salon business started in Sydney Street, Chelsea, London by his father and visionary Hari Salem in 1976. Lucan and his sister have expanded HARI's from three to five thriving salons across London in Chelsea, Notting Hill and Battersea. He stresses with us the importance of rigorous training and …
In this episode of How To Cut It, we dive deep into Grid Studios, the innovative creative space designed specifically for professionals in the hair and beauty industry. Nestled in the vibrant Old Street, London, Grid Studios fills a crucial gap in the market by offering tailor-made amenities for hairstylists, barbers, and content creators. Join me as I sit down with Grid Studios' co-founder Danny Mendoza and his talented team members, Aoife and Annie, to uncover the inspiration behind this …
Welcome to the first episode of our new series, Introducing with Dom Lehane, where I spotlight the industry's hottest new names, rising stars, and undiscovered hair artists. This week, we're excited to introduce Guy Kleinhaus, a big name in the making. In this episode I have the pleasure of exploring Guy's journey from Cape Town to London's vibrant hair scene. As the artistic director at Cobella Salon and an educator with Hair In Motion, Guy's story is a testament to stepping out …
In today's episode, I'm joined by Ashley Gamble. We'll be discussing how he went from being a stylist to achieving salon success with his wife Stephanie—and what it took for them both to get there! For the past 12 years, Ashley and Stephanie have been the owners of Ashley & Gamble, an award-winning salon in Shifnal, Shropshire UK. They have worked together for over 20 years, and their name is well respected in UK hairdressing. They have won many awards—including the …
Welcome to a special episode of the How To Cut It podcast. Today we are marking the sad passing of an extraordinary figure in the world of hairdressing, Trevor Sorbie MBE. Trevor Sorbie MBE, who was born in Paisley, Scotland in 1949 and rose to become one of the most influential hairdressers of all time. With unparalleled creativity and kindness, Trevor left an indelible mark on our industry. From creating iconic styles like the wedge cut to establishing the charitable foundation, …
Today in collaboration with Wella Professionals, I'm honoured to welcome to the podcast Charlie Taylor, three-time Scottish Hairdresser of the Year and British Hairdressing Hall of Fame icon. From her formative years with Trevor Sorbie to co-running renowned salons in Perth and Dundee with her husband Alastair, Charlie has consistently set the bar for hairdressing excellence, making her mark both nationally and internationally. Today, Charlie introduces us to Careologist by Wella Professionals, a program dear to Charlie's heart, aimed at elevating hairdressers’ …
In this episode, I have the privilege of chatting with Vivienne Blake—a name maybe not familiar to you but someone who came to my attention as a member of our How To Cut It Platform Community. Vivienne has not only carved a unique path in our industry as the owner of her boutique salon and an independent educator, but also launched her innovative product—See Me Aprons—all while balancing these roles. Vivienne shares a journey that began with dreams of high-fashion work, but …
In this week's episode, I'm sitting down with Sean Hanna—the visionary behind the leading salon group, Sean Hanna Salon Group. Sean is here to share with us his incredible story, from opening his first salon to building a successful salon empire. We delve into his journey, exploring the challenges he overcame and the pivotal moments that fuelled the growth of his business. We are to get a treasure trove of entrepreneurial wisdom from Sean, emphasising the importance of blending creativity with …
Im thrilled to welcome back Wendy Tarplee-Morris, the co-founder, and Phil Brace, the CEO, of the Little Princess Trust, a charity that holds a special place in all our hearts. Wendy and Phil are two amazing people who have drive, compassion, and leadership. Since its inception by Wendy 20 years ago, the Little Princess Trust has provided over thousands of free, real-hair wigs to children and young people facing the unimaginable challenge of hair loss due to cancer treatment and other …