Lisa’s Story . . .

My first full-time job as a stylist was in a salon with an inspiring female boss who encouraged me to keep learning and developing. That early experience shaped the kind of salon I wanted to create one day.

I later took the plunge and moved to another salon as a self-employed stylist. From there, I trained as a teacher and became a hairdressing lecturer in further education. I quickly progressed through several lecturing roles and went on to spend many years overseeing the hairdressing department at City College situated the Lace Market in Nottingham. Over the years, I’ve trained more hairdressers than I can remember, and helping people build their confidence and develop their skills is still one of my favourite parts of the job.

I returned to salon life to set up and manage a new salon in West Bridgford. We started with a team of four and, over the next seven years, moved to a new location and grew to a team of 14. Ready for a fresh challenge, I spent a further six years working in another salon before opening my own. That’s how Acacia Hair Salon was born.

I’ve been in hairdressing for over 35 years, and life has been a roller coaster, both personally and professionally. I’m proud to have built a business that has stood the test of time and come through periods of uncertainty. I’ve always been the kind of woman who, when a problem comes up, gets to work finding a solution.

I wanted Acacia to be a warm, welcoming salon where guests receive exceptional care and our team has the support to keep growing. Sustainability matters to me, and I choose to work exclusively with cruelty-free brands. We care about the health of your hair, and we take the time to listen to what you want from your visit. From bespoke colour, cutting and styling services tailored to your goals, we want every guest to leave Acacia looking and feeling fabulous.