06/10/2026
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There are professional events that go far beyond education. They become inspiration.
For THE GLOBE EXPERIENCE, we had the honour of welcoming to our stage Richard Ashforth, International Creative Director of the Vidal Sassoon Academy, a name representing one of the most authoritative voices in international hairdressing.
His professional journey is one of the most inspiring stories we know. His words, his gestures, the way he shares knowledge and vision convey something that goes far beyond technique: they speak of culture, research, rigour and a relentless desire to evolve.
To speak of Vidal Sassoon is to return to the origins of a revolution that transformed haircutting into method, geometry and discipline. And, at the same time, to continue looking forward with vision.
Alongside Richard, Chloe Thompson: her extraordinary artistry with colour is matched by her gift for sharing it — with the elegance of a great educator and an incredible sense of positivity and energy.
Perhaps this is what makes true excellence so recognisable: beyond the wonder of what they are able to create on stage, there is the emotion they leave with the people who work alongside them.
Knowledge, the art of continuing to evolve and improve, the ability to look ahead without losing coherence, making innovation a way to nourish one’s roots.
It was a great honour to have them with us.
And we hope that the connection we have built with Richard and the Sassoon Academy will continue to grow over time.
