Almost another year end and as I reflect on the year I can see how much we have achieved together. Affordable training is always at the top of our lists and our Skill Sharing Workshops have really taken off. Our bridal/long hair skills and balyage techniques have proved the most popular followed by refreshing cutting skills and we would like to thank our tutor members who have made it possible for us to bring you training close to home at prices that allow you to attend several courses and we would like to build on these.

This year we have been able to bring business courses with John Huscroft to you. Spending a few hours with John has proved to be life changing. Members have put up prices and found alternative ways to deal with difficult client situations all with new found confidence and we are delighted to say courses will continue next year.

Our Inspire! event was a great success. A change in venue, a wide variety of stage presentations and new companies in the shopping village added up to a fabulous occasion and of course samples and free products to take home were in abundance.

This year you were fighting for places on our bursaries. They are amazing opportunities sponsored by Wella. Each day is packed with information and an afternoon workshop using newly launched products. We suggest you book as soon as dates are released. Check the website for details.

We ended the year with Season Sensation a sell out! It was just what was needed to get new colour ideas from Wella team, styling ideas from GHD topped by hair up techniques from Kasia Fortuna.

You really are a remarkable group of people. You have a great reputation for attending regular training, running professional businesses and staying ahead of the game. You should know that you are held in high esteem in the industry. As a result the FHA is finding more and more companies are approaching us as they want to reach you with information on their products. 2020 looks like being a blockbuster of a year for FHA members!

I hope you enjoy your Christmas and New Year celebrations. Enjoy the break and by working together we can make sure 2020 is our best year yet!

Sending you all sincere seasons’ greetings and wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous new year.