Global Salon Business Awards

The hair and beauty industry often recognises and rewards creativity and artistic talent, however without business principles, disciplined management and the leadership of salon owners, the result is purely artistry. The Global Salon Business Awards has been designed to pay tribute to hairdressers around the world who have mastered the business skills necessary to enjoy true salon success.

Heading Out Hair and Beauty// Australia
2004 Salon Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Congratulations to Anthony Martino for his salon’s extraordinary performance in all five areas of judging criteria that make Heading Out a successful and profitable business. The Fitzroy salon has placed at a myriad of prestigious awards in the last 12 months including the Nextlook Awards, Hair Expo Hairdresser of the Year Awards and Hairdressing Technician of the Year Awards.

Thierry Lothmann Gestion// France
2004 Excellence Award for Financial Productivity
As a winner of this award, Thierry Lothmann was recognised for his salon’s extraordinary financial performance, including a strong return on investment, sales, profitability and the demonstration of continuous growth year after year. In 20 years, Lothmann created a network of more than 80 shows of hairstyle across about 50 branches. With Lothmann’s keen eye for business opportunities, Thierry Lothmann Gestion continues to develop, alluring the professionals of its sector and cutting an impressive share of the market. Lothmann believes that it is the salon’s commitment to expertise and credibility which explains its healthy network and inspiring profits.

Salon VEH//Iceland
2004 Excellence Award for Entrepreneurial Spirit
Owner Elsa Haraldsdottir received top honours in this category, epitomising the qualities and characteristics of an entrepreneur; namely, the way she thinks as a business woman.

Servilles//New Zealand
2004 Salon Entrepreneur of the Year Multi-Category
Founders of Serville, Paul and Jacci Huege de Serville and Paul Jamieson were presented with this coveted award in recognition of their outstanding performance in all five areas of judging criteria including entrepreneurial spirit, client philosophy, marketing and promotional programs and financial productivity. Paul is internationally renowned for his pursuit of excellence in the field of hairdressing. He has received a World Master Hairdressing Award in recognition of his dedication to the industry and has been New Zealand’s leading hairdresser over the last 30 years.

Paul has also introduced Servilles’ Acadamy of Hairdressing whose tutors ensure students receive training that is at the leading edge of the industry. Servilles is made up of seven salons, one Day Spa and two Mens Barber Shops (with more to come). Many of New Zealand’s major award winning stylists work within the Servilles Salon network and participate in Servilles Academy’s training of students.

Adam og Eva//Norway
2004 Salon Entrepreneur of the Year Multi-Category
In receiving this award, owner Oistein Bjorndal has been acknowledged for his salon’s unique and personalised services along with exceptional career development opportunities for their salon team members, resulting in a successful and profitable business.

Francesco Group//England
2004 Excellence Award for Marketing and Promotion
This award congratulates owner Jenni Brindley-Pye for her salon’s extraordinary branding, image, position, defined target market and appropriate product offerings to target consumers. Jenni was presented this award for establishing Francesco Group’s clear identity and image through various innovative marketing, promotion and publicity programs. The Francesco Group is one of the largest hairdressing chains in the UK with 29 salons and two Academies of Excellence in the Midlands. A family business for 39 years, the Francesco Group brand is a unique amalgamation of directional hairdressing, educational dedication and progressive business commitment.