Industry Experts Engage Bradford College Hair and Beauty Students

Local and national professionals share insights with students

Hair and beauty students at Bradford College recently attended a session featuring talks and a question-and-answer segment with several industry experts. The event aimed to provide students across all levels with guidance on career development and the evolving nature of the hair and beauty sector.

Guest speakers and their contributions

• Bev Golightly from Wella Professionals
• Naheem Yacub, owner of Naheem Yacub Barbers
• Neil Capstick, founder of luxury haircare brand Neäl & Wølf and local to the Bradford area

Neil Capstick shared his personal journey within the industry and emphasised the importance of supporting emerging talent. He encouraged students to actively seek connections with professionals and highlighted the fast-paced and expansive opportunities within the hair and beauty field.

Focus of the session

The session concentrated on:

• Setting career goals
• Developing professionally while still in education
• The value of networking with industry professionals
• The role of the college’s Ambition Hub in supporting student aspirations

Student response

Sophie Williams, a Level 3 Hairdressing student, expressed that the session was inspiring and broadened her perspective on the industry. She noted that hairdressing involves more than salon work and emphasised the importance of dedication and effort. Sophie also mentioned her enthusiasm for styling and colouring hair within her local community and welcomed the prospect of similar future events.

College collaboration with industry

Bradford College continues to work with various industry partners to provide students with practical experiences aimed at enhancing their confidence and career prospects. The involvement of professionals like those from Neäl & Wølf forms part of this ongoing commitment.