A WREXHAM hair stylist struck gold at a national industry awards. 

Emma Jones, of New Wave Hair in Wrexham city centre, scooped the Creative Colorist Gold award at this year’s prestigious Global Creative Awards National Finals.

Held at The Standard Kings Cross in London on July 29, the UK & Ireland winners of the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards were unveiled to a VIP audience. It included this year’s finalists, salon owners, trade media and esteemed judges, including some of the industry’s leading hairdressing icons.

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Hosted by Kao Salon Division UK & Ireland general manager, Julie Winchester and sales director Mitch Lucas, this year’s GCA 2024 UK & Ireland national finalists and their chosen guests were welcomed for an intimate gathering including celebratory three-course lunch held in Isla Terrace, followed by a private drinks’ reception.

The winners’ announcement took place on the New York inspired Townhouse rooftop with stunning wrap-around views of the London skyline.

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Emma will now represent the UK & Ireland in the Creative Colorist category at prestigious international Kao Salon Global Experience competition which takes place virtually in September.

She said: “I’m thrilled to have been awarded the Gold award for Creative Colorist at this year’s Global Creative Awards 2024 National Final. I am still in shock I’m honoured to be representing UK. at the global awards in September.
 
Julie Winchester said: “The Global Creative Awards are the highlight of the hairdressing calendar and we’re delighted to welcome our salon customers, all who are part of our Kao Salon Division family, to celebrate such incredible talent, creativity and passion.

"We congratulate Emma and all of our winners and finalist for their dedication and for continuing to inspire our industry. It’s been an incredible event with some incredible talent. We can’t wait to support you as you represent the UK & Ireland at the Kao Salon Global Experience digital event in September."