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Liz Martin, Self-Employed Hairdresser & Trainer

Liz Martin

Self-Employed Hairdresser & Trainer·Lucs College of Hair Dressing and Beauty

Kenya

High school or equivalent, Cosmetology

Work experience

Total years of experience: 10 years, 5 months

Self-Employed Hairdresser & Trainer

January 2020 - Present

Lucs College of Hair Dressing and Beauty

Nairobi, Kenya

January 2020 - Present

Spearheaded a successful independent hairdressing enterprise while concurrently shaping the professional
capabilities of students at a leading beauty college. This dual role demanded a high level of expertise in both
practical application and pedagogical leadership, focusing on delivering exceptional results while fostering
industry standards.
Key Contributions:
• Established and managed a private hairdressing practice, building a sustainable client base through
personalized service and expert results.
• Developed and delivered comprehensive training modules in hairdressing and beauty therapy for
aspiring professionals.
• Mentored students on technical skills, client interaction protocols, and the business principles of salon
management.
• Maintained the highest standards of service and sanitation across both operational and educational
environments.
• Cultivated a reputation for excellence that attracted new clients and enhanced the colleges standing in
the community.

Company industry:
Administration Support Services

Hairdresser

January 2016 - January 2020

Silver Salon

Nairobi, Kenya

January 2016 - January 2020

Provided full-spectrum hairdressing services within a established salon, focusing on building lasting client
relationships and delivering superior aesthetic outcomes. Played an integral role in the daily operations and
service excellence that defined the salons brand.
Key Contributions:
• Executed expert hair cutting, styling, and coloring services tailored to individual client needs and
preferences.
• Conducted in-depth consultations to understand client desires and recommend optimal styles and
treatments.
• Managed front-of-house operations, including appointment scheduling and telephonic inquiries,
ensuring a seamless customer journey.
• Upheld impeccable salon presentation and hygiene, contributing to a premium and professional client
◦ Upheld impeccable salon presentation and hygiene, contributing to a premium and professional client Fostered

Company industry:
Training & Education Center
Job role:
Beauty and Fashion

Education

Lucs college of hair and beauty

July 2013

July 2013

High school or equivalent, Cosmetology

Kenya

Lucs college

July 2007

July 2007

High school or equivalent, Cosmetology

Kenya

Skills

BUSINESS ACUMEN
Intermediate
BUSINESS ACUMEN
Intermediate
CONSULTING
Intermediate
CONSULTING
Intermediate
COSMETOLOGY
Intermediate
COSMETOLOGY
Intermediate
HAIRSTYLING
Intermediate
HAIRSTYLING
Intermediate
INDEPENDENT THINKING
Intermediate
INDEPENDENT THINKING
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MOTIVATIONAL SKILLS
Intermediate
MOTIVATIONAL SKILLS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
Hair Care
Expert
Hair Care
Expert
Manicures
Expert
Manicures
Expert
Hairdressing
Expert
Hairdressing
Expert
Skin Care
Expert
Skin Care
Expert
Hairstylist
Expert
Hairstylist
Expert
Beauty
Expert
Beauty
Expert
Facials
Expert
Facials
Expert
Waxing
Expert
Waxing
Expert
Hair Color
Expert
Hair Color
Expert
Customer Service
Intermediate
Customer Service
Intermediate
Receptionist
Intermediate
Receptionist
Intermediate
Front Office
Intermediate
Front Office
Intermediate

Languages

English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certificate in Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy
Certificate in Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy

Hobbies

  • Reading, journaling, swimming,socializing and making new friends
    have been able to make great satisfaction to my clients and have learnt new experiences and growth in my career . I have also been able to build trust to my employers hence making a great improvement wherever am involved