Martin Parsons
As a marquee presenter and owner of our industry’s most prestigious advanced academies for the past 30 years, Martin Parsons has shared his contagious enthusiasm for quality education with tens of thousands of stylists around the world. HE was listed among the elite in Modern Salon’s ‘Top 75 Educators for the Past Century’ and was the recipient of the first lifetime achievement award in the Canadian hair dressing industry. Martin Parsons has long been recognized as a leader in advanced education and for his highly entertaining and educational stage performances.
Ted Gibson
Ted Gibson is one of the most sought-after editorial, runway and celebrity hair stylists in the business. His work has appeared in publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Marie Claire, Vanity Fair, Cosmopolitan, Rolling Stone and Allure and backstage at runway shows such as Channel, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana. Ted is perhaps most known for toiling over the tresses of top celebrities including Anne Hathaway, Debra Messing, Angelina Jolie, Ashley Greene, Joy Bryant, Lake Bell, Zoe Saldana, Emma Watson and Gabrielle Union. Considering his background, it’s not surprising that Ted’s incredibly successful Flatiron and Washington DC salons are frequented by models, actresses, fashion and beauty insiders and influential women who love its modern vibe and its discreet, down-to-earth flavor of chic. Ted also recently became the resident hair guru on TLC’s “What Not to Wear” airing Fridays at 9:00 PM EST. On top of all this, his luxurious product line offers unique, innovative products that are quickly developing a cult following, as well as being honored with industry accolades and awards. His newest product launch, Ted Gibson Clip-in Extensions, a line of heat styleable synthetic hair extensions was an immediate success and sold out within hours on QVC.
Vivienne Mackinder
Vivienne Mackinder is the founder of Hairdesignertv.com and one of the most highly respected international leaders, and innovators in the hairdressing profession today. Vivienne also worked as Artistic Director for industry ‘Grand Masters’ Vidal Sassoon and Trevor Sorbie, where she developed an expertise for precision cutting and an eye for original hair design, from the classic and the commercial, to the avant-garde. She has been honored with numerous awards, including the prestigious IBS ‘Editors’ Choice Awards (three times). As well as, the much coveted North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) (five times), including “Masters.” Honoree – North American Hair Styling Awards “Life Time Achievement” 2009.
John Halal
John Halal began his career in the beauty industry as a hairstylist over 40 years ago and owned and operated beauty salons for 35 years. Halal is licensed cosmetology instructor and the founder and former president of Honors Beauty College, Inc. Halal is a member of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC). He is a past President of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) and is the past President of the Indiana Cosmetology Educators Association (ICEA). Halal is the author of Hair Structure and Chemistry Simplified and Milady’s Hair Care Product & Ingredients Dictionary. Halal obtained his associate’s degree, with highest distinction, from Indiana University. He is a member of The Golden Key National Honor Society and Alpha Sigma Lambda.
Pamela Springer
Pamela Springer, a licensed aesthetician and aesthetics instructor, is the founder of The Skin & Makeup Institute of Arizona and the Academy of Advanced Aesthetics and Permanent Cosmetics (AAAPC), a continuing education facility. Pamela trains graduates in clinical treatments for pigmentation anomalies. Her previous position as a national educator for Doctor’s Demalogic Formula opened the door to her much sought after class on ethic skins. Her unique focus is targeting hyperpigmentation with chemical exfoliates to include Jessner’s and TCA solutions. This focus has her sought after by physicians who want to incorporate ethnic skin treatments into their practice. Her executive education experience encompasses previous positions such as a National Training Director for Edgar Morris. Additionally, cosmetics companies such as IMAN have sought her expertise. She is highly requested speaker for corporations and women’s organizations regarding skincare and cosmetic topics. Pamela has written Natural Radiance – A Guide for Ethnic Skin Care.
