British Beauty Council - Career Insights
12 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -The negative impact of the pandemic on students and those aspiring to a career in the beauty industry has been huge. Many in the industry have been furloughed or laid off, while those studying for a career in the beauty industry have had to continue their studies online. Universities and colleges across the UK are planning to deliver a virtual curriculum, with little if any face-to-face contact. This will make motivation more challenging, particularly with less exposure to industry guest lecturers, who normally provide inspiration to students during their studies.
In response to these issues, the British Beauty Council is launching a podcast series featuring interviews with some of the biggest names in the hair and beauty industry to discover how they have got to where they are today. From key lessons learnt along the way, to what advice they would give their younger selves, this podcast series aims to educate and motivate those starting out in the industry or wanting a career change.
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Episodes
Episode 11: Sonia Haria
July 26, 2021 10:43 - 52 minutes - 119 MBIn this week's episode, our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to our Advisory Board Member, Sonia Haria, Beauty Director at the Telegraph. Alongside studying Journalism at University, Sonia worked at one of the makeup stands in Peter Jones. It was here she found her love for the beauty industry and it's 'confidence boosting powers'. During her last year at university, Sonia left Peter Jones to start a 3-week internship at the Telegraph, this then led to a full-t...
Episode 10: Andrew Perera
July 12, 2021 08:53 - 45 minutes - 59.4 MBIn this week's episode, our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to Andrew Perera, Partner/Managing Director of PR company, Brandstand Communications. With over 20 years experience in the Beauty industry and having worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, it’s fair to say that Andrew is a true PR maven. After finishing school, Andrew had very little idea of what career path he wanted to take. Like a lot of his friends, Andrew decided to study Busin...
Episode 9: Marian Newman BEM
June 11, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 83.3 MBIn this week's episode, our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to our Advisory Board Member, Marian Newman BEM, UK leading nail professional and European Brand Ambassador for CND. Having always been science focused, Marian started her career as a forensic scientist at the Metropolitan Police. Marian explains that after having her first child, she left the Met to pursue a career in behavioural therapy. It was only when her third child was born, that Marian venture...
Episode 9: Marian Newman
June 11, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 83.3 MBIn this week's episode, our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to our Advisory Board Member, Marian Newman, UK leading nail professional and European Brand Ambassador for CND. Having always been science focused, Marian started her career as a forensic scientist at the Metropolitan Police. Marian explains that after having her first child, she left the Met to pursue a career in behavioural therapy. It was only when her third child was born, that Marian ventured in...
Episode 8: Adam Chatterley
May 28, 2021 00:00 - 39 minutes - 53.1 MBIn this week's episode, our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to Adam Chatterley, chairperson of the UK Spa Association and founder of Salon Business Secrets. Adam discusses his unconventional career path from studying economics and computer sciences to working as a multinational Spa consultant. Adam talks through the ins and outs of the Spa industry and the importance of keeping on top of the team's mental health and wellbeing. This inspiring and thought-provoki...
Episode 7: Gary Thompson
May 14, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this week’s Career Insights episode our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to pioneer Gary Thompson, AKA ‘The Plastic Boy’, who breaks the boundaries of traditional make-up and beauty as a content creator, blogger, and make-up artist. Gary shares the evolution of his influencer identity from how he first got into beauty learning his make-up skills from the counter at MAC to gaining 290,000 followers on YouTube. Gary also talks about his experience in the beauty ...
Episode 6: Syd Hayes
April 30, 2021 01:00 - 38 minutes - 45 MBIn this week's episode our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, speaks with legendary session stylist, salon owner and BaByliss Pro ambassador, Syd Hayes. Syd takes us through his career from first inspirations to present day accomplishments, sharing his secrets to success and explaining the difference between salon work and session work in the hairdressing industry. Syd also talks about how to set yourself up to be a strong session stylist by sharing his experiences from ...
Episode 5: Lan Nguyen
April 16, 2021 00:00 - 57 minutes - 75.1 MBIn this week's episode our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, talks to the globally renowned MUA Lan Nguyen. During this episode we find out about the signs from the universe that shaped Lan's career and the fateful meetings that led to amazing opportunities such as Paris couture fashion week and working with Dior. Lan's serendipitous story is proof of the endless opportunities the beauty industry provides. Listen in for pro tips on makeup portfolio building, versatile m...
Episode 4: Sam McKnight
April 02, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 41.7 MBThis episode of our Career Insights podcast sees our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, in conversation with legendary session hairstylist Sam McKnight, whose career has spanned five decades and whose work has graced over 200 Vogue covers. Sam talks about being one of the first in the business to do session work and paving the way for future generations to work on shoots and shows. Sam also discusses the importance of networking, collaborations, and teamwork in a sess...
Episode 3: Charlotte Mensah
March 18, 2021 23:11 - 33 minutes - 75.6 MBThis week's Career Insights podcast sees our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, speak to Charlotte Mensah, award winning salon owner, hair care product founder and creative director. To add to her list of achievements Charlotte also authored the book 'Good Hair' a hair care tips treasure trove for Afro, textured and mixed hair. During our session with Charlotte we discuss how her mother and sister inspired her career as hair time was family time and how this, over the ye...
Episode 2: Jo Malone CBE
March 05, 2021 11:26 - 35 minutes - 82 MBThis week’s podcast sees our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett Lawton, speak to Jo Malone CBE, Founder & Creative Director of Jo Loves. In this episode, the British perfumer, creative director and founder of companies Jo Malone and Jo Loves expresses her passion for creating unique scents, where she visualises them as colours and music, which in her words “feel like they are characters or people with a personality”. Jo then discusses the value and importance of creativity wit...
Episode 1: Sam Farmer
February 26, 2021 17:17 - 28 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, as part of British Science week our President of Education Pillar, Elizabeth Barnett-Lawton, speaks to Sam Farmer, cosmetic scientist and owner of the unisex, personal care range for teenagers, ‘SAM FARMER’. It was only when Sam’s children reached puberty that he became aware of the manipulative and sexist biases surrounding young people’s cosmetic products. Sam believed that the derogatory imagery and wording was creating more harm than good and decided to take action. From maki...