Jan Peace

I first went freelance in 1981. At that time the FHA didn’t exist. I was very difficult as colour companies would not let a freelance hairdresser have their shade charts there was not community that the FHA offers and there was not the affordable courses we now get with the FHA so consequently I became very out of date. By 1989 I had my second child and stopped hairdressing until 1997. I went into a salon at first and got my confidence back and brushed up on a few skills. Always hankered to be freelance again and in 1999 I did. Cannot remember when I first came across the FHA it was known by another name at that time but it has always been Sheila at the helm. The FHA has certainly been my lifeline with the technical helpline which has certainly saved my bacon a few times. The friendly girls in the office always so cheery ready to help with any queries. The amazing courses that have developed me to be a far better hairdresser than if I had stayed in a salon. The camaraderie whenever we get together as a collective. Our regional groups which are run by amazing people giving up their own time. With the Facebook staff room chat I never feel alone. Sorry if I have gone on a bit but the FHA is invaluable.