REFLECTING AN EXCITING BRAND EVOLUTION, MOCHA GROUP HAVE TODAY ANNOUNCED THE APPOINTMENT OF NEW GENERAL MANAGER – JARRED STEDMAN
Mocha Group have fulfilled their role as the authentic voice of the Australian hair, beauty and barbering industries for over 16 years, reflecting the challenges and achievements of individuals, businesses and brands. With a firm eye on the future, they have established their position as the definitive media, digital and awards network by challenging the norms and focusing on innovation. Sharing knowledge and championing the best of the best, Mocha Group is truly by the industry, for the industry as they raise the benchmark of excellence on a global scale.
Monday 1st August saw the next step in this business’ evolution as they announce the appointment of Jarred Stedman to the newly created position of General Manager, Mocha Group. Jarred is now responsible for continuing to develop the brand both commercially and creatively by using his acclaimed business knowledge and industry insights. This announcement is significant and demonstrates that the group, guided by renowned visionary Linda Woodhead, continues to grow as the multi-layered support system that the industry trusts to see it through even the most turbulent and challenging of times.
Jarred’s accolades can only barely be touched on here such is his diverse impact. Producer, Director, Photographer, Educator, Mentor, Consultant and Business Strategist, he has worked with brands including Wella, Toni & Guy, Sustainable Salons Australia, L’Occitane, Redken, Fudge, CRP, L’Oreal, La Biosthetique, Eleven, Ecoheads, GHD, Batiste, Pepsi, Louis Vuitton, Disney and Westfield.
He brings over 10 years in media and publications across sports, beauty, hair and fashion, has worked with Laud Magazine and had his stunning work featured in over 20 Australian and international publications. Winner of over 30 industry awards for photography and fashion work, he is also called on to use his expert eye often as an awards judge and next-gen mentor. Working alongside icons including Eugene Souleiman, Peter Grey, Angelo Seminara, Renya Xydis, Richard Kavanagh, Pinki, Alan White, Jules Tognini, Alex Fuchs, Kobi Bokshish, Jayne Wild and Frank Apostolopoulos, his understanding of what make industry creatives tick is truly unparalleled.
Jarred also has extensive business focused experience through his work building and developing SME, one of Australia’s leading Management Consulting firms which partners with Small to Medium Enterprises, their directors and staff to provide strategic expertise that enable businesses to thrive. As a Business Consultant, Marketing, HR and Sales Advisor he has worked with brands including Mocha Group and is excited to use this knowledge to take the brand to new heights;
“To stand alongside Linda and the team is an incredible honour. For me, she is someone who emulates authenticity, ethics, and genuine connection. This industry is big, over 30,000 small to medium businesses across Australia and New Zealand with a total industry revenue of around $8 billion. I’m looking forward to continuing to bring this community together faster and stronger. Mocha is the single largest media and publication company in this industry right now which puts us in the position to make long lasting change.”
As Linda explains, this news will be welcomed by the industry;
“So many people across hair, beauty and barber will already be familiar with Jarred and his irrepressible energy and impact. He worked with us on the launch of Mocha Group Digital in his old role at SME so already has an excellent insight into the business, the brands that support it and the individuals that drive it. As we go from strength to strength, it’s time to take our business to the next level and prepare for a very bright future.”
