Bumble & bumble University Archives - Samuel Cole Salon

Master Stylists and Mentors Alley + Katie Hone Coaching Skills in NYC Workshop

Education Team Members Alley Biehl and Katie Purshce took part in the world-renowned 2-day workshop, “Fierce Conversations” in New York City at the acclaimed Bb.U in Manhattan. Based on Susan Scott’s best-selling book Fierce Conversations, the workshop provides a detailed road map for building a stronger team.

Instructors pushed attendees to expand their communication techniques to have conversations focused on passion, integrity and authenticity. The class examined the importance of productive coaching conversations being intelligent, productive discussions that build on and strengthen the culture of our salon.

As a mentor and coach, Fierce Conversations helped me get in the right mindset for focusing conversations on solutions rather than issues at hand. Our culture of feedback is so important to us and knowing how to better cultivate an environment of openness will help me lead my team!
Director of Education + Recruitment, Katie Pursche

Master Stylist Cara Harrison Attends Bumble & bumble’s Leadership Workshop in San Francisco

Master Stylist and Mentor Cara Harrison attended Bumble and bumble University’s Network Educator Series in San Francisco. As a member of our Education Team, Cara’s experience is instrumental in teaching several cutting, coloring and styling classes to Associates in our Immersion Program. Bumble and bumble’s Education Training builds stylists’ leadership, technical and teaching skills. The three-day course covered Bumble and bumble products and their key ingredients, leadership and presentation training, and inspiring hands-on styling. In this fast-paced industry, new inspiration is everywhere. Harnessing your inspiration to create something beautiful is a skill honed in all of Bumble & bumble’s classes.

I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn from top-industry stylists and professionals because it allows me to help future hairdressers build a strong foundation early in their careers.
Cara Harrison-Thompson

Stylists Alexis + Michelle Attend Bumble and bumble’s Flagship University

Bumble and bumble’s flagship education center, Bumble and bumble University, is top in the industry. In addition to refining razor cutting skills, designers Alexis Lyons and Michelle Larry expanded their knowledge of Cutting Theory, Advanced Consultation Skills and Product Knowledge in Bumble’s Foundations Class.

The instructor demonstrated foundational razor cutting skills such as properly holding the straight blade and how to keep a steady grip without being too stiff. Alexis and Michelle worked with models who had various textures of hair in order to feel the difference in cutting silky smooth hair versus thick curly hair with a razor.

I love the look of a razor cut – it’s light, textured and wispy – Perfect for a summertime air-dry style, or add some curls for a more polished occasion. Mastering razor cutting techniques at Bb.U in New York was the experience of a lifetime! -Stylist Michelle Larry

Michael + Kristen Experience Advanced Bb.U Master Class with Industry Icon Tom Gallagher

Stylists Michael and Kristen attended a Master Cutting Class at industry-renowned Bumble and bumble University in New York City’s Meatpacking District. The class instructed participants to use the culmination of skills they have mastered at previous Bb.U classes and in their careers behind the chair. Instructors Tom Gallagher, William Paul and Josie Searles demonstrated haircuts using techniques that challenged stylists to take a new visual approach. As experienced stylists, Michael and Kristen value the opportunity to be challenged to the edge of their comfort zone – and beyond – in a safe space with coaches giving individual feedback.

Michael and Kristen especially love soaking in the history in Bumble and bumble’s academy. The halls are filled with the editorial designs of Bumble and bumble’s team since the late 1970s. Learning from industry-leading instructors and being surrounded by Bumble’s history in the hair industry inspires stylists to expand their comfort zones in hair cutting and styling. Bb.U’s location in the fun and trendy meatpacking district adds to the artistic experience, and their panoramic windows invite inspiration from the natural light and bustling New York City environment into the creative atmosphere.

Kristen, Tom Gallagher and Michael

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Stylists Isabella + Erin Master Razor Skills at Bb.U

Stylists Isabella and Erin attended a razor cutting workshop at Bumble and bumble University in New York City. The education provided by Bb.U is top in the industry, known for its dedication to consultation skills and product knowledge in addition to fundamental cutting and styling skills.

While Isabella and Erin are experienced in razor cutting, the workshop explored and honed advanced techniques that create a variety of looks, from a light feathery ends to a strong precise baseline.

The educators’ energy and feedback really spoke to me. I feel more confident and familiar with my razor and I love its versatility.” – Isabella Vazquez