AKIN KONIZI

 

Co-Director, International Creative & Educational Director

 

As the creative force behind hob salons, Akin Konizi’s vision has brought the company to the forefront of the industry and has seen him win many accolades, including his second consecutive nomination for the most prestigious title in British hairdressing – British Hairdresser of the Year 2007.

 

Acknowledged for his ground-breaking work, Akin’s hairdressing style epitomises the hob brand and his trademark precision cutting style is revered the world over, giving Akin a loyal following amongst clients, celebrities and the media.

 

Under Akin’s guidance the hob artistic team are regulars on the international hairdressing circuit and their show, seminar and photographic work is in much demand. With an extraordinary vision and eye for detail, Akin’s work has secured him much high profile editorial coverage and numerous awards including:

  • 2006 Fellowship Hairdresser of the Year
  • 2006 Most Wanted Fine Artist
  • 2005 London Hairdresser of the Year
  • 2005 Most Wanted Look
  • 2005 Fashion Focus Image of the Year

Committed to raising standards through education, Akin heads up the hob academy at Camden Lock in London, where he oversees the teaching of the company's 350 plus staff, in addition to leading a team of educators teaching students from around the world with a range of courses, from beginners to advanced level.