NHBF Presents Sofa Talk

Working in television, Jane Galpin developed an appreciation for the incredible talent within the hair and beauty industry. Now, the Event Director for HairCon, she's helping bringing that passion to life, creating an event that unites like-minded professionals and brings something fresh to the scene.

Taking place at the Victoria Warehouse, HairCon is a vibrant festival celebrating the limitless creativity of our industry. Expect inspiration, connection, and an electric atmosphere you won’t want to miss.

We’ll also be unveiling our highly anticipated Top 50 Hair Influencers, recognising the creators who are making their mark with standout content online.

Secure your tickets now, we can’t wait to see you there:
https://bit.ly/haircon-2026_tickets

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.