NHBF Presents Sofa Talk

29 Episodes

Reverse

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Introduction to Fiona our New NHBF Board President

2026-07-0635:08

A new chapter for the NHBF begins with Fiona Johnston, who officially became our Board President on 6 July.Driven by four key pillars, Fiona is passionate about strengthening our industry's voice, supporting the next generation through apprenticeships and continuing to campaign for VAT reform.Find out more about her priorities and her vision for a stronger future for our sector.

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Answering the everyday employment law questions with Worknest

2026-06-2650:41

Every day, our Membership team helps NHBF Members with a wide range of questions. While many can be answered in-house, some situations call for specialist legal support. That's where Worknest comes in. As the NHBF's trusted employment law advisors, their experts are on hand to help Members navigate workplace challenges with confidence.In this episode, Tina, our NHBF Director of Membership, sits down with Matthew, Senior Employment Law Advisor at Worknest, to answer the employment law questions they hear most often. Together, they break down common scenarios, bust misconceptions and share practical advice to help you make informed decisions when it matters most.

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Skin cancer prevention with education with Marie Tudor

2026-05-1530:13

After the tragic loss of Karen Clifford, the Clifford family founded SKCIN Charity in 2006. Today, it is one of the UK’s leading charities dedicated to skin cancer education, awareness, and prevention.In this interview, Marie Tudor, CEO of SKCIN, explains why education is so important — particularly for hair and beauty professionals. Because of the close relationships they build with clients, and their ability to see areas clients may not easily notice themselves, these professionals can play a vital role in the early detection of skin cancer.To learn more about SKCIN and its educational courses, visit:https://www.skcin.org

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: From TV to producing HairCon with Jane Galpin

2026-04-2231:01

Working in television, Jane Galpin developed an appreciation for the incredible talent within the hair and beauty industry. Now, the Event Director for HairCon, she's helping bringing that passion to life, creating an event that unites like-minded professionals and brings something fresh to the scene.Taking place at the Victoria Warehouse, HairCon is a vibrant festival celebrating the limitless creativity of our industry. Expect inspiration, connection, and an electric atmosphere you won’t want to miss.We’ll also be unveiling our highly anticipated Top 50 Hair Influencers, recognising the creators who are making their mark with standout content online.Secure your tickets now, we can’t wait to see you there:https://bit.ly/haircon-2026_tickets

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Raising the Standard Inside Modern Barbering with Phil Jarman

2026-03-2634:55

In this episode, we sit down with legendary British Grand Master Barber Phil Jarman, whose 35+ year journey has taken him from a traditional barbershop in Scotland to stages all around the world.Phil shares how his career began, the early challenges he faced, and what kept him passionate about barbering for decades. From old-school apprenticeship culture to today’s fast-evolving industry. A strong focus of the conversation is education and standards. As the founder of the Phil Jarman Academy, Phil breaks down what separates good barbers from great ones, the importance of mastering core skills, and why traditional techniques are still so important.To find out more about the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) visit: https://www.nhbf.co.uk/home/

#box-pro-ellipsis-179106120484486{-webkit-line-clamp:2;}NHBF Presents Sofa Talk