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Bobs Hair Company was opened in August 1985 by Roberta & Robert Kneller. Their objective was to establish an upmarket totally professional hairdressing service which would not normally be found outside large cities. The corporate theme was to achieve a striking look that would reflect the very high standard of hairdressing, be practical, hygienic and very individual yet not become intimidating. The salon was an immediate success and soon after the Company opened its barbershop.
During the following years the company reputation spread far beyond the town boundaries and the name Bobs became synonymous with quality and all that is forward thinking in the profession. In 1992 Bobs again expanded the salon - taking over the unit next door. This step gave the Company the space needed to further develop and improve customer service. The premises in Abbeygate now consisted of a Technical salon, a Styling salon and a Barbershop. The complex was officially reopened by Anthony Mascolo of Toni & Guy.
In 1999 Bobs once again extensivly refitted the entire salon, creating a stylish salon image for the new millenium.The Company runs a proven in-depth training program and believes in encouraging the team to develop their personal potential to the full. A new dual purpose Training School / Photographic Studio has been opened which will further enhance creativity and standards in the industry. Bobs now enjoy photographic work coverage in all the trade and consumer Hair magazines as well as magazines such as Elle, Marie Claire and GQ. In 1998 New Woman magazine listed Bobs in their ultimate guide to the best hairdressing salons in the UK.
With many plans to engage in Hair shows, magazine work, photography and the Bobs Training School the Company is truly committed to remaining at the sharp end. Roberta Kneller walked away with the top Tigi award at the TIGI eXcel conference 2002 in London. Roberta also won the prestigious Master Hairdresser Award at Tigi's annual event. The task set the entrants was to produce a contemporary, client focused look which echoes current hair fashion and show the world what they could do!Top prize was a photo shoot with Anthony Mascolo, the results of which were displayed on the Front Cover of the popular Hair & Beauty Consumer magazine.
Leading the Bobs artistic team, Roberta's reputation is built on a solid foundation of experience, technique and genuine flair. Roberta has been 3 times Grand Finalist for Eastern Hairdresser of the Year in the prestigious British Hairdressing Awards. Roberta has represented Bobs in shows, exhibitions & seminars both in the UK and Japan. Roberta's Photographic collections, created each season, show dynamic, strong, "leading edge" shapes which have become instantly recognisable and eagerly awaited by the Worlds Press!...
The collection, entitled "Frayed Angels" shot for last years British Hairdressing Awards Finals. shows Textured shapes/Bias Cuts with Ragged edges and looser directional finishes.. Roberta predicts that colours will be stronger and concentrated with movement making a strong "comeback" for next season..... Roberta also enjoys passing on her skills - training young people and has brought many through to become extremely successful stylists of whom she is very proud.
The group is made up of exceptionally talented & committed members of the Bobs Team. Their inspiring photographic work has been featured in various magazines across the UK, Europe, America, Australia and the Far East. The Artistic team give excellent service and advice to Bobs clients and also use their skills to help educate and motivate other key members of the Bobs team. They are also involved in frequent seminar and show work.
20-24 Abbeygate, Grimsby, Lincolnshire,
DN31 1JY, ENGLAND
Tel 01472 362611
Fax 01472 241872
E-mail mail@bobshair.co.uk
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