the team

Robert Matthews

Salon Director

My name is Robert Matthews and I am a Director of Convict Cutters. In the seventeen years of Convict Cutters I have achieved many of my goals and dreams, not only for myself but also my talented staff. Whether it is winning an award they have been striving for or using our high level of education as a great way of making each persons dream a reality. One of my passions is to educate people in our industry and we have developed our Registered Training Organization which allows me share my knowledge with young people entering our industry. This new role works hand in hand with seminars I conduct all over Australia. I feel that I am lucky in my chosen career to enjoy all aspects of hairdressing. It is our opportunity to make people feel great.

Hairdressing is a career not a job! This is what I believe after styling hair since 1983. All the challenges which come into the salon each day starting form the clients and their happiness through to the varied techniques and products available to create the desired effect.

Georgina Limb

After 10 years at Convict Cutters I still love my job, the people I work with, our loyal clients and all the fun things we do in our industry.

This year has been keeping me very busy crossing the bass straight quite frequently, visiting Sydney for Hair Expo and assisting with Robert's photo shoot.  I was also lucky enough to be chosen to present for KMS in their Creative Styling Seminar in Sydney, Melbourne and Launceston.  With the help of my beautiful model Alicia, I also won a trip to Sydney for the  both of us as finalists in the Goldwell Zoom Challenge.  My next adventure is Paris to attend the global Zoom challenge which will be very exiting........................

Karen Matthews

Hi, I am Karen and have several very important jobs. Not only do I look after Robert, Franki and Bob but I am also part of the administration team assisting with the RTO paperwork, salon accounts and the Business Activity Statement. I have had many years experience as a business owner myself, bringing my past experiences and knowledge to the salon. I also assist Robert and staff with applying make up for photographic shoots,  seminars and hair dressing competitions.  Although I have my hands full at present with Franki and Bob I am in the office on a Wednesday when I can also enjoy catching up with clients.

Kendall

I’m Kendall and am so privileged to join the team at Convict Cutters a two and a half years ago.  I have been in the hairdressing industry for over ten and 1/2 years and have many exciting achievements. These include I.H.S Competitions, Goldwell colour Zoom judges recognition and in 2008 winning a National Colour Photo shoot competition representing Australia in Hong Kong and recently just won the Total Care Award category in the City Prom Awards.  I love the industry and everything that goes with it from Hair Expo, Competitions, Seminars and Workshops.

Most importantly making my clients feel relaxed and comfortable, fulfilling their needs with a style that is complementing and stylish while maintaining healthy shiny hair is by far the most rewarding aspect of my job.  I always look forward to catching up with my clients and meeting new ones.

Louise Churchill

Hi, my name is Louise and I am the Educator at Convict Cutters.  It is a role that I am very passionate about and after 33 years in the industry still find it exciting and fun. 

Our salon is a Registered Training Organization which involves training and assessing apprentices from other salons around various parts of the state.  This is a busy but very rewarding role, one which gives me enjoyment and pride.

Alison Lapham

My name is Alison and when you come to our salon I will meet and greet you upon your arrival and make sure that your experience with us is a pleasurable one.

My position at Convict Cutters is Front Desk Manager. My role is a fun and important one. It involves behind the scene procedures of clerical and administrative duties which ensures the salon is operating in an effective and efficient manner.

Reception, assisting in the salon and delivering a high standard of customer service are the other aspects of my position, which I have to admit I enjoy the most.

Tahnee Gul

Hi there my name is Tahnee Gul and I am the Artistic Director of Convict Cutters. For my past 5 years at Convicts i have learnt valuable experience in cutting, colouring and styling techniques to help me accomplish the perfect style for all my clients. Each year I get to be apart of a great team working on photoshoots, competitions and salon training. Our annual trip to Hair Expo allows me to broaden my perspective on our ever changing industry and reminds me exactly why i love my career so much.

Hope to take care of you soon.

Martika Styles

My name is Martika and I am a senior stylist at Convict Cutters and have been since 2011. I have completed all my training and my apprenticeship through Convict Cutters and still continue to train and learn everyday. I have recently been to Sydney helping Robert with his annual professional photoshoot (had so mush fun), have had an American Crew photograph in the 2011 style magazine and received a judges recognition for my entry in the 2011 Goldwell Zoom photographic competition. I enjoy working with my friends at convict cutters, we are so close and get so many opportunities to succeed. I enjoy giving the best customer service possible and catering for clients needs. Hope to see you soon.

Alicia Jones

Hey, my name is Alicia Jones and I'm a senior stylist at Convict Cutters. Along with all the other team members I ensure all our clients receive excellent service throughout their visit.

I am proud to be a part of such a great team that not only has such a great salon reputation but one that is involved in so many exciting things. There are many opportunities to be creative and artistic and already I have taken part in a number of wonderful and exciting shows and competitions.  I am looking forward to what else lies ahead in the future.