Episode two of our three-part mini-series Next Gen Legacy explores leadership in family-run salon businesses. A How To Cut It podcast series in partnership with Wella Professionals UKI, this episode features its hosts Tash Grossman (CEO, HOB Salons) and Tilly Capel (Operations Director, Lara Johnson Lifestyle) on what it takes to step into authority, modernise operations, and protect a legacy.
In today’s conversation Tash opens up about moving beyond “the founder’s daughter,” driving performance, and making tough calls—including closing the HOB Camden Academy and launching a new education partnership with Wella Professionals. While Tilly reveals how feedback-led culture, flexible policies, and smart structures help retain talent and support teams.
Expect honest lessons on identity, change management, and building a salon that works for today’s clients and careers. Hit play.
Chapters
- 16:29: Leadership in Family Businesses
- 28:40: Closing the HOB Camden Academy
- 32:59: Partnership with Wella Professionals
- 37:44: Challenges and Opportunities in Business
Resources from todays episode
- Wella Professionals Store HERE
- Wella Professionals UKI on Instagram @wellaprofessionalsuki
- Wella Professionals Education HERE
- Wella Professionals UKI on TikTok HERE
- HOB Salons on Instagram @hob_salons
- Lara Johnson Lifestyle on Instagram @larajohnsonlifestyle
- Watch on How To Cut It YouTube Channel HERE
- How To Cut It on Instagram @howtocutit
- How To Cut It on TikTok @howtocutit