Building on its success and reputation for outstanding quality, Zen Luxury Hair Extensions has officially opened the new wing of itsEssex based Headquarters, doubling the size of their original facility.

Charlie Miller Directors invited management and staff from across the salons to an evening of celebration that recognised and applauded team members who had graduated from trainee to fully qualified stylist.

Now in its 14th year, TIGI Inspirational Youth is a mentorship programme taking young hairdressers on a life-changing voyage to develop creativity and talent.

In partnership with L’Oréal Professionnel, TONI&GUY’s Breakthrough Team Xtra Programme is a year-long mentorship scheme that sees 12 rising stars come together to focus on their creative talents.

Andis recently hosted an inspirational Educator Event that saw its leading UK, European and USA educators welcome new recruits into its global education family.

Following the launch of the Style Collection, Wahl Professional has created the very first Style Team – comprising six of the UK’s very best young hairdressers working under the guidance of Style Collection ambassadors Hooker & Young.

The YouTube channel “Goldwell Education Plus” is to offer its stylists new, inspiring videos every week as another valuable source of education – one that is available at any time.

More than 40,000 visitors came to London's ExCeL earlier this month for Salon International – the three-day event that really does provide something for everyone, including stunning stage performances from some of the biggest names in hairdressing.

London hair designer and international educator Darren Fowler, has launched the Fowler Hair Academy, a digital education membership platform for hairdressers all around the globe.