NHBF Presents Sofa Talk

We're back! In this relaunch episode of the NHBF Podcast, now called NHBF Presents: Sofa Talk, we sit down with Ashleigh Hodges, President of the Fellowship for British Hairdressing, to explore her inspiring journey in the world of hairdressing. Ashleigh shares her insights on the Respect Our Sector movement, the challenges and triumphs of the industry, and why sustainability is becoming a driving force for the future of hairdressing. Whether you’re a hair professional or simply curious about the craft, this conversation highlights the passion, innovation, and leadership shaping the sector today.

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To find out more about the Fellowship For British Hairdressing visit: https://fellowshiphair.com/

What is NHBF Presents Sofa Talk?

Honest conversations with the people shaping our sector.

Welcome to Sofa Talk, a monthly podcast from the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), diving behind the scenes of the hair, beauty, barbering and aesthetics industries. Each episode brings you candid conversations with entrepreneurs, working professionals, creators, innovators, and leaders. Voices working across these four field, sharing their real-world experiences, lessons learned, and insights into growing a business or career in our sector. Expect practical takeaways, fresh perspectives, and relatable stories that reflect the ups and downs, opportunities and challenges of running or working in a salon, spa, barbershop, or aesthetic clinic.

Whether you’re a salon owner, a stylist, a barber, an aesthetic practitioner, or simply interested in the broader hair and beauty world - Sofa Talk will offer you honest, useful, and inspiring ideas to take away. Subscribe on your preferred podcast platform and join us each month for a new conversation.